Christuskirche

The Christuskirche is a Gothic Revival church in Berchtesgaden with light marble walls, pointed arches, and large stained glass windows created in the 1960s. The interior shows a clear structure with slender columns and colorful windows that fill the space with light while maintaining a simple Protestant aesthetic.

The church was built between 1897 and 1899, marking the return of Protestant worship to Berchtesgaden after centuries when Protestants were expelled from the area. Its construction followed decades of suppression and forced migration, finally giving the local community a place of their own for worship.

The building serves the Protestant community in a region long dominated by Catholic faith and tradition. It functions today as a gathering place for regular worship, reflecting how religious diversity has grown in this Alpine valley.

The church is located on Ludwig-Ganghofer-Straße and offers parking for visitors. The building is open during the day and welcomes people looking for a quiet space to rest or reflect on their own terms.

When the church opened in 1899, German Empress Auguste Viktoria presented a special altar Bible that remains on display inside today. This gift from the royal family shows how important this place became for the Protestant movement in Bavaria.

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 47.63020,12.99890

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23