Liebfrauenkirche

Liebfrauenkirche is a three-aisled basilica built entirely in brick with neo-Gothic proportions and a four-story bell tower rising above. The structure combines balanced forms with vertical lines that draw the eye upward.

Construction took place from 1854 to 1860 under architect Vincenz Statz, who designed it as a neo-Gothic statement for the Rhineland region. The bell tower was added later between 1872 and 1877, completing the church ensemble.

The interior displays neo-Gothic furnishings with the original high altar and saint figures that reflect religious devotion. Stained glass windows from 1913 onward fill the space with colored light and shape the prayer experience for visitors.

Access is generally open to visitors who wish to enter during opening hours. It is best to be respectful since regular services and prayer times take place throughout the week.

The bell tower contains four bronze bells cast in 1878 by François Joseph Gousse, representing one of the region's most important bell collections. These bells ring for celebrations and have shaped the soundscape of the neighborhood for over a century.

Location: Krefeld

GPS coordinates: 51.33761,6.55674

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:42