Sankt-Johann-Baptist-Kirche

The Sankt-Johann-Baptist-Kirche is a Gothic Revival church built from red brick in the Salbke district of Magdeburg. The structure features vertical ribbed details on its exterior walls and pointed arch windows typical of the Gothic style.

Architect Arnold Güldenpfennig designed the church, which was completed in 1906 during the height of industrial expansion in the region. The building emerged from the growing need for religious spaces as the district developed and new residents arrived.

The church is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist and serves as a focal point for the local community's religious and social gatherings. Its red brick facade and pointed windows create a recognizable landmark that defines the character of this residential area.

The church is located on Blumenthaler Strasse and is accessible by public transport or on foot from nearby residential areas. Visitors can view the exterior at any time, though accessing the interior requires checking service times in advance.

The church was originally conceived as part of a larger urban design for the expanding residential district that emerged during industrial growth. Its location reflects how city planning decisions of that era shaped the spatial development of the neighborhood.

Location: Magdeburg

Location: Burg

Architects: Arnold Güldenpfennig

Official opening: May 26, 1906

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Made from material: brick

Address: Blumenthaler Str. 3

GPS coordinates: 52.07410,11.67170

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23