St. Katharina

St. Katharina is a parish church in Swisttal featuring solid stone construction and tall windows that flood the interior with natural light. The building combines structural elements from different construction periods, creating its current architectural character.

The church was built through multiple construction phases, incorporating architectural features from different historical periods into its structure. These building campaigns reflect how the community adapted and expanded the space to meet changing needs over time.

The church serves as a gathering place for worship and local celebrations where residents share their faith traditions and mark important life moments together. These gatherings have shaped community bonds across generations.

You can enter the church through the main entrance where information about the building and its history is displayed. Daytime visits work best when the doors are open and natural light through the windows illuminates the interior clearly.

The church maintains detailed records of local families documenting baptisms, marriages and burials that span generations. These archives provide a window into the personal history of the community through individual milestones.

Location: Swisttal

GPS coordinates: 50.68160,6.97844

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42