St. Michael

St. Michael is a baroque church in Aachen-Mitte constructed between 1658 and 1668, featuring three interior galleries and a prominent tower. The structure displays Rhine mannerism elements and opens to the plaza with an imposing facade.

The building was originally constructed between 1617 and 1628 as part of the Aachen Jesuit Collegium. It served other purposes during French occupation but was later restored and has belonged to the Greek Orthodox community since 1987.

The church is named for Archangel Michael and serves the Greek Orthodox community today. Visitors can observe how Eastern religious traditions have made their home within Western European baroque architecture.

The building sits centrally in Aachen and is easily reached on foot. It remains in active use for Orthodox services and musical performances, so checking ahead for availability is wise before visiting.

Between 1997 and 2002, artist Christophanis Voutsinas added Orthodox wall paintings that blend traditional Greek iconography with the baroque interior. These works create a striking contrast between two architectural and religious worlds.

Location: Aachen

Location: Aachen-Mitte

Architects: Johann Joseph Couven

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 50.76390,6.09444

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:00