Christuskirche Strehlen

Christuskirche Strehlen is a church in the Strehlen district of Dresden defined by two 66-meter-high sandstone towers, the last remaining twin-towered church of its kind in the city. The building features classical architectural language and an interior lined with green marble, decorated with ceiling paintings.

The building was constructed between 1902 and 1905 by architects Schilling & Graebner during the era of Protestant church expansion. It suffered significant damage during the February 1945 bombing of Dresden but was restored between 1949 and 1951.

The interior displays ceiling paintings and a green marble altar flanked by apostle figures that reflect the taste of the early 1900s. Bronze portal medallions by Dresden sculptor Peter Pöppelmann showcase the craftsmanship of that era.

The church welcomes visitors daily from 5 PM to 6 PM between Easter and Harvest Festival in early October. Access is straightforward and visitors can explore the interior during these hours.

Inside stands a Jehmlich organ with 4,316 pipes organized across 62 registers that blend German and French Romantic musical styles. Restored in 2015, the instrument preserves a valuable range of sounds from both musical traditions.