St. Gregorius im Elend

St. Gregorius im Elend is a church in baroque revival style that stands in a rectangular layout with a single nave. The interior displays decorative elements typical of late baroque design, with walls and ceilings arranged to emphasize light and architectural form.

The church was first built in 1765 and later severely damaged during World War II. After the war, it was reconstructed by preserving the outer walls, with the new building completed in 1967.

The church serves various Catholic communities today, hosting services for people from different backgrounds who gather here regularly. Its location in the old town makes it a meeting place where locals and visitors experience faith and community together.

The church is located in the southern old town area near Katharinengasschen in Cologne. Visitors can enter during regular hours to attend services or explore the interior at their own pace.

The name refers to a medieval cemetery that buried people excluded from other burial grounds, including the homeless and non-Catholics. This hidden history gives the church deeper meaning than first appears to visitors.

Location: Altstadt-Süd

Architectural style: baroque revival

GPS coordinates: 50.92860,6.95911

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01