Herz-Jesu-Kirche

Herz-Jesu-Kirche is a parish church built in Romanesque Revival style, characterized by red brick walls decorated with pilaster strips and carved friezes along its single nave. The structure culminates in a square tower that rises prominently above the single-nave interior and the surrounding neighborhood.

This church opened in 1898 after the Catholic community in Tempelhof had begun holding services in 1890. The rapid growth from initial gatherings to a dedicated building reflects the expansion of this industrial-era neighborhood.

The church bears the name of the Sacred Heart and has served as a spiritual center for the local Catholic community since its founding. Visitors can hear the three cast steel bells from 1897, which ring regularly during services and mark the rhythm of the neighborhood's religious life.

The church's red brick facade and distinctive tower make it easy to locate in the neighborhood. Visitors should plan their visit around service times, as the building primarily serves the local congregation during scheduled religious gatherings.

A bunker once stood directly beside this building, and its demolition after World War II required additional repairs to the church structure. The windows installed in 1946 were part of this postwar restoration effort.

Location: Tempelhof-Schöneberg

Architects: Engelbert Seibertz

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 52.45840,13.38020

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07