Christuskirche, Neunkirchen

Christuskirche is a Gothic Revival church in Neunkirchen featuring pointed arch windows and carefully detailed stone facades. The building stands as a distinctive landmark within the town's urban landscape and surrounding residential areas.

Construction took place between 1867 and 1869, funded by industrialist Baron Carl Ferdinand von Stumm-Halberg to serve the growing Protestant population of the town. Following World War II destruction, the building was reconstructed in 1949 under architect Rudolf Krüger's direction.

The church was originally called Hoffnungskirche before being renamed in 1931. Today it serves as a meeting place for worship and community gatherings of the local Protestant congregation.

The interior was substantially modernized between 1980 and 1984, adding new functional spaces for various uses. Visitors will find a well-organized layout designed to accommodate both worship services and community events.

The building burned completely during World War II and had to be rebuilt from the ground up. This reconstruction made it a symbol of postwar recovery in the town.

Location: Neunkirchen

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 49.34680,7.17590

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:47