Osterkirche

The Osterkirche is a red brick church with a prominent tower located at the intersection of Samoa Street and Sprengel Street in Berlin-Mitte. The building displays Neo-Gothic architectural features that define its visual character.

The foundation stone was laid on 8 May 1910, with the consecration ceremony taking place on 18 June 1911. The church was built during a period of rapid urban growth in Berlin when new communities needed places of worship.

The entrance hall serves as a memorial to congregation members who died in World War I, a tribute created in 1922. This space shows how the community honors and remembers those it lost.

The church is easily accessible from the surrounding streets and visible from multiple angles. Visitors should check service times before attending and dress respectfully when participating in religious events.

The bell tower contains bells inscribed with biblical passages and blessings that showcase traditional craftsmanship. These inscriptions represent a long-standing tradition in Berlin's bell-making art.

Location: Berlin-Mitte

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 52.54150,13.35460

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:02