Sankt-Gertraud-Kirche, Frankfurt, Protestant church in Frankfurt (Oder), Germany
The Sankt-Gertraud-Kirche is a Protestant church in Frankfurt (Oder) featuring Neo-Gothic design, with a tall nave and a prominent tower topped by a pointed spire. The exterior displays characteristic Gothic stonework, while the interior was modernized through renovations in the late 1970s.
The original chapel was built in 1368 and served merchants and craft guilds until imperial forces destroyed it in 1631 during the Thirty Years' War. The present building in Neo-Gothic style was constructed later as a reconstruction at this historically significant location.
The church's name honors Saint Gertrude, patron of travelers and merchants, reflecting its historical importance to the medieval trading community. Visitors can still sense this connection to guild life in how the space is designed today.
Visitors should note that the interior space includes modern functional areas that were created in the late 1970s to serve the congregation's needs. Access is generally available, though it's best to check opening times in advance.
The Wilhelm Sauer organ, built between 1878 and 1879, is a remarkable work by the German organ builder and features its original construction with 36 registers across three manuals. This instrument is a rare example of a well-preserved organ by this maker from the 19th century.
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