Todesangst-Christi-Kapelle

Todesangst-Christi-Kapelle is a modern chapel in Dachau with a round concrete structure whose walls are clad in uncut pebbles from the Isar River. The building opens toward the front, creating a powerful and solemn presence on the grounds.

The chapel was initiated by Bishop Johannes Neuhäusler, a former Dachau concentration camp prisoner who had it consecrated in 1960. The building arose from the need to create a memorial for the victims of the camp.

The chapel is dedicated to Christ's suffering and its name recalls the death agony experienced by thousands of prisoners. Visitors can feel this connection between Christian sacrifice and the historical suffering at the site.

The chapel is located in a quiet section of the former camp grounds and can be visited as part of the memorial site complex. Allow sufficient time to observe the architectural details and inscriptions at a measured pace.

The entrance features a 550-kilogram copper crown of thorns, a powerful symbol of sacrifice. Inside, a bronze relief of Christ donated by former imprisoned priests from the camp adds an intimate layer of witness.

GPS coordinates: 48.27190,11.46780

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23