Paulskirche

Paulskirche is a Gothic Revival church in Schwerin located on a hill overlooking Pfaffenteich, distinguished by its steel roof structure and weather-resistant clinker cladding. The building combines 19th-century Gothic Revival design with practical construction materials.

The building was constructed between 1863 and 1869 under architect Theodor Krüger's direction, following the Eisenach Regulation guidelines that shaped church design across the era. These regulations influenced the style and liturgical orientation of many such buildings during this period.

The church displays stained glass windows depicting scenes from Paradise through the Last Judgment, with these five choir windows telling a salvation narrative together. These windows shape the interior light and create a contemplative mood for visitors.

Visits require prior arrangement with the parish office, and parking is available about 250 meters (yards) away at the train station. The hilltop location makes the building visible from many spots across the city.

Inside sits a Friedrich Friese III organ with 31 registers across two manuals and pedals, preserved in its original 19th-century condition. This instrument represents the high level of organ craftsmanship practiced in Germany during that era.

Location: Schwerin

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Part of: Residenzensemble Schwerin

GPS coordinates: 53.63170,11.40830

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54