Christ Church, Windhoek

Christ Church is a Lutheran place of worship in Windhoek featuring a 24-meter spire and sandstone walls quarried from Avis Dam. The interior includes Italian Carrara marble work in its portico area.

Construction began with a foundation stone laid in 1907, and the building opened in 1910. It was created as a symbol of reconciliation among the different populations of the city.

The German-speaking congregation gathers here for regular services, maintaining religious practices rooted in the early settlement period. The church serves as a living connection to those traditions today.

The building stands on Robert Mugabe Avenue opposite the Tintenpalast government site. German language services are held regularly on Sundays.

Three bronze bells cast by Franz Schilling bear inscriptions of glory, peace, and goodwill. The stained glass windows arrived as gifts from Emperor Wilhelm II.

Location: Windhoek

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Website: https://elcin-gelc.org

GPS coordinates: -22.56775,17.08732

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01