Luisenkirche, Charlottenburg

Luisenkirche is a Protestant church in Berlin's Charlottenburg district featuring a white facade that combines Baroque and Neoclassical elements in balanced proportions. A prominent steeple rises from the center, giving the building its distinctive silhouette across the neighborhood.

Construction began in 1712 under architect Philipp Gerlach as a new parish church. Later, Karl Friedrich Schinkel redesigned the steeple in 1821, creating the prominent tower that still defines the building today.

The church is named after Queen Louise of Prussia, showing how closely religious buildings were connected to the royal family. Today, this name still reminds visitors of the monarchy's role in Berlin's past.

The church is located in Berlin's Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district and welcomes visitors during weekdays. Regular services take place, so check opening hours before visiting to ensure you can enter the building.

The interior was carefully restored between 1987 and 1988 following Schinkel's original drawings after wartime destruction. This detailed reconstruction returned the indoor space to its historical appearance using precise architectural plans.

Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Inception: 1712

Architects: Philipp Gerlach, Karl Friedrich Schinkel

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

Website: http://luisenkirche.de

GPS coordinates: 52.51720,13.30260

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00