Herrenhäuser Church

Herrenhäuser Church is a Gothic Revival church building in Hannover that reaches about 72 meters in height. The distinctive four-sided spire is built entirely from sandstone and defines its outer appearance.

The building was constructed between 1904 and 1906 under architect Eberhard Hillebrand's direction, with funding from banker Moritz Simon and local residents. During World War II, an aerial attack damaged the windows, which were later replaced with new stained glass.

The interior follows a Greek cross layout with three galleries that shape the space. The windows depicting Jesus and his disciples were created by O. Brenneisen and define how the inside looks today.

The interior accommodates about 650 visitors following a late 20th-century renovation, a reduction from its original seating. Visitors should check local opening hours beforehand and plan accordingly to ensure access.

The new stained glass installed after wartime damage preserves the artistic continuity of the interior despite destruction. This shows how the building maintained its identity over time.

Location: Herrenhausen-Stöcken

Architects: Eberhard Hillebrand

Official opening: December 11, 1906

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Height: 72 m

Made from material: sandstone

Website: http://herrenhausen-leinhausen.de

GPS coordinates: 52.39330,9.68989

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23