Loschwitzer Kirche

Loschwitzer Kirche is an octagonal church building with baroque features located in the Loschwitz district of Dresden. The structure rises prominently and holds seating for roughly 800 people inside.

Architect George Bähr completed his first church project here in 1708, before he went on to design the famous Dresden Frauenkirche. This building marked the beginning of his important career in religious architecture.

The interior shows how men and women once sat separately during services, with designated benches below and galleries above. This arrangement was common in baroque churches and still shapes how visitors experience the space.

The church is best reached on foot from the nearby Loschwitz town center. Visitors should note that regular services, weddings, and concerts take place, which may affect access times.

The adjacent cemetery is one of Dresden's smallest and still maintains its original 18th-century layout. This compact burial ground feels like a window into the neighborhood's past.

Location: Dresden

Inception: 1708

Architects: George Bähr

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Website: http://loschwitzer-kirche.de

GPS coordinates: 51.05300,13.81730

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:49