St. Gertrud

St. Gertrud is a church in the Gothic Revival style located in Eller, distinguished by pointed arches, tall windows with stained glass, and strong vertical lines that draw the eye upward. The structure displays characteristic features of 19th-century Gothic Revival architecture, which reinterpreted medieval design principles for a later era.

The church was designed by Wilhelm Sültenfuß and built in 1896 during a period of significant church construction across the region. Its architecture blends medieval Gothic ideals with the building techniques and materials available in the late 19th century.

The name honors Saint Gertrud, patron of travelers and guests, connecting the place to broader Christian traditions. Today the church serves both spiritual needs and hosts concerts and exhibitions that bring neighbors together.

The entrance is easy to reach and bus stops are located nearby for those without a car. Inside there are pews and clear spatial layout that makes it simple to walk through and observe the building.

The masons and craftspeople who worked on the facade carved their initials into some stones, a detail you may notice if you look closely at the walls. These personal marks reveal the handcrafted nature and care that went into the building.

Location: Eller

Inception: 1896

Architects: Wilhelm Sültenfuß

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 51.20000,6.83976

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:43