Autobahnkirche RUHR

Autobahnkirche RUHR is a modern church building at the A40 motorway near Bochum with a height of 29.5 meters (97 ft). The structure displays clean geometric shapes and was designed to be visible to people traveling on the highway.

The structure was built in 1929 based on designs by architect Walter Tiefenbach, blending Bauhaus style with expressionist features. This was a pioneering achievement as the first religious building designed specifically for a motorway in a densely populated area.

The name references the Ruhr region, and visitors can experience the modern architecture that deliberately departs from traditional church buildings. It serves today as a place for travelers to pause and reflect during their journeys along the motorway.

The church is easily accessible from exit 33 Bochum-Hamme and offers travelers a chance to stop quickly and rest. Its location and accessibility make it a practical stop during longer drives on the A40.

Roughly 100,000 vehicles pass by this building each day, showing how important it is as a rest stop for travelers. The high volume of traffic makes it a special place that continuously reaches a large number of people.

Location: Bochum

Architectural style: modern architecture

Height: 29.5 m

GPS coordinates: 51.49630,7.18854

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:20