Bethlehemskirche, Protestant church in Neukölln, Germany.
Bethlehemskirche is a Protestant church in Berlin's Neukölln district, built with a simple exterior and interior spaces known for their excellent acoustics. The structure displays rural German building characteristics and provides an intimate, functional space for worship and musical performances.
The church was built between 1735 and 1737 to serve the Bohemian Protestant community. A vote in 1747 led to the building being shared among three different religious groups.
The name references Bethlehem and reflects its role as a gathering place that served multiple religious communities. Today people come here to experience the space through concerts and prayer, drawn by its welcoming character.
The building is located at Richardplatz 22 and is easily reached by public transportation. Visitors should check current opening hours in advance, as the church hosts concerts and worship services.
Between 1939 and 1941 the building underwent architectural changes that added new elements. These modifications remain visible today and tell the story of how the structure evolved through different periods.
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