Kirche Zum Vaterhaus

Kirche Zum Vaterhaus is a Protestant church in Baumschulenweg featuring a distinctive double-tower front and yellow-beige plastered surfaces in Art Nouveau style. The interior is organized into three naves with wooden barrel vaults, and an elevated altar area with an octagonal baptismal font gives the space its focal point.

The church was designed in 1908 by architects Heinrich Reinhardt and Georg Süßenguth as part of a larger complex including two schools and a gymnasium. It survived World War II bombing and reopened after restoration work in 1949.

The church's name references its role as a spiritual home, and its yellow-beige facade with Art Nouveau details shapes the neighborhood's character. Visitors can experience the original interior design and artistic details that reflect the craftsmanship of its era.

The church accommodates approximately 700 visitors with a well-organized interior layout featuring a main nave and side aisles. The acoustic design and sightlines support a shared experience, making the space suitable for quiet moments of reflection as well.

The interior was shaped by local artists, including Friedrich Georg William Pape, who created paintings for the altar area. A mosaic by Gottfried Heinersdorff beneath the gallery is another example of the craftsmanship invested in the interior design.

Location: Treptow-Köpenick

Architects: Georg Süßenguth

Official opening: November 11, 1911

Architectural style: Art Nouveau, baroque revival

Address: Baumschulenstraße 82-83

GPS coordinates: 52.46500,13.48540

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:27