Pauluskirche, church
The Pauluskirche is a church building in Hückeswagen with thick stone walls, a simple pitched roof, and a bell tower at the west end topped with a pointed roof and lantern. Inside, a three-level gallery, altar, and organ from around 1830 are arranged facing the congregation, while cast-iron windows with decorative latticework from the early 1800s frame the light entering the space.
A fire destroyed the previous Nikolauskirche in 1753, prompting the reform community to lay a foundation stone for a new building in 1783. The completed structure opened on May 2, 1787, and later drew Lutheran and reform congregations together, who formally merged into a single Protestant church in 1900.
The church sits on a hilltop above the Wupper River and has shaped the town's identity for generations. Today, visitors and residents use the space for worship, celebrations, and quiet reflection, making it an active part of community life.
The building sits on a hilltop above the Wupper River and is easy to locate from around town due to its visible tower. Visitors should be prepared for steps at the entrance and expect a simple, bright interior that opens clearly to view from the street.
A fire in 1753 destroyed the previous church, and during restoration work from 1969 to 1974, workers discovered human bones from an earlier graveyard, which were carefully replaced in the ground. This unexpected discovery reveals the long history of use at this location and the care taken in modern preservation.
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