St. Jacobi church

St. Jacobi is a Protestant church in Kreuzberg featuring a three-nave basilica structure with a bell tower facing Oranienstraße. The building shows Byzantine influences in its design and retained its core layout despite wartime damage.

The church was designed by Friedrich August Stüler and completed in 1845, then expanded between 1859 and 1866. After wartime destruction, it was rebuilt and has remained a protected heritage monument.

The original Christ mosaic in the apse survived wartime destruction and remains a focal point of the interior space. This decoration shows how the building reflects both its past and the community's efforts to restore it.

Visitors should know the church opens on specific weekdays during morning and early afternoon hours, so planning ahead helps avoid disappointment. The interior can be viewed during these periods, and it is respectful to keep noise levels low while inside.

In recent years, the church has served as a space for pilgrimage and student projects exploring its future use. This experimental approach shows how traditional church spaces are finding new ways to connect with visitors and communities.

Location: Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Inception: 1845

Architects: Friedrich August Stüler, Frederick William IV of Prussia

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Opening Hours: Tuesday,Thursday,Friday 10:00-12:00,14:00-18:00

GPS coordinates: 52.50440,13.40640

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06