St. Amandus

St. Amandus is a Catholic church in Papenburg distinguished by its red brick walls and tall spire that rises prominently above the surrounding city. The building sits in the town center, combining solid, blocky forms below with a pointed tower above.

The church was built to serve the growing Catholic population in Papenburg, becoming a spiritual center for the community. It is named after Saint Amandus, a 7th-century Christian missionary known for spreading faith across northern Europe.

The red brick structure reflects local building traditions and religious practices that shaped northern German Catholic communities. Its design shows how faith and craft came together in the Emsland region.

The building sits in a central location accessible via Große Straße and Kolpingstraße in the heart of Papenburg's old town. You can visit during daylight hours, and regular services throughout the week provide opportunities to experience the space as an active place of worship.

The church interior is arranged with distinct areas for different spiritual needs, including spaces for solitary prayer and community gatherings. The red bricks were sourced from clay pits in the surrounding region, giving the structure its warm, earthy tone.