Immanuelskirche

The Immanuelskirche is a three-nave basilica with five sections that combines Gothic design with steel and wooden structures throughout its interior. The building was designed by architect Ernst Heinrich Glüer and displays the craftsmanship typical of the 1800s.

Construction began in 1867 to serve the growing population during the industrial boom. The architect Ernst Heinrich Glüer won the design competition and shaped how the Oberbarmen district looked.

The name refers to the religious purpose of the building when it was built for the expanding community of the 1800s. Today it functions mainly as a cultural space where people gather to experience music and theater performances.

The building houses the largest church organ in Wuppertal, built by Schuke Berlin in 1967 and used regularly for concerts and theater performances. Visitors should note that the program varies by season, so it is helpful to check what is happening before you go.

The outer walls are made from Grauwacke, a regional stone from the Bergische Land area, and four polygonal staircases frame each corner of the building. These architectural details give the structure a distinctive character that reflects local building materials and craftsmanship.