Peter and Paul Church

Peter and Paul Church in Potsdam is a yellow brick structure featuring a striking Italian-style bell tower at the eastern end of Brandenburger Street. The building houses a richly decorated interior with historical religious artworks and a large organ installation.

The church was completed in 1870 as a replacement for a smaller Baroque building that had served the Catholic community for more than a century at the same site. Its construction reflected the need for a larger and more impressive place of worship for the growing congregation.

The church serves as a gathering place for the local Catholic community who visit for regular services and community events. The interior's religious artworks and furnishings reflect the traditions and values important to those who worship here.

The church is easily accessible on foot from the city center and offers visitors a peaceful interior to spend time in. Beyond attending services, visitors can explore the artistic decoration and architectural features of the building.

The building blends architectural elements from the Hagia Sophia and San Zeno in Verona, creating an unusual mix of Byzantine and Romanesque styles. This combination reflects the architect's intention to unite different religious building traditions in a single structure.

Location: Potsdam

Inception: 1867

Architects: Friedrich August Stüler, Wilhelm Salzenberg

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

Website: https://peter-paul-kirche.de/potsdam

GPS coordinates: 52.40110,13.05970

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01