Mor-Afrem-Kirche

Mor-Afrem Church is a modern place of worship with a 33-meter tall bell tower facing the Mierendorffplatz square through a facade of glass, steel, and concrete. The complex includes a main hall with natural stone flooring, a wooden ceiling, and generous windows, plus a community house and a courtyard.

The building was constructed between 1964 and 1966 as a Roman Catholic church, designed by architect Alfons Boklage. In 2005, the Syrian Orthodox community acquired and repurposed the structure.

The Syrian Orthodox community gathers here to practice their religious traditions in a space that reflects their faith. The building demonstrates how traditional Christian worship can find expression through contemporary architectural design.

Entry is from the Mierendorffplatz side, where the glass front gives a clear view into the interior. The courtyard provides a quiet space if you wish to linger before or after visiting.

Four bronze bells from 1965 hang in the tower bearing inscriptions that reflect both Catholic and Orthodox Christian traditions. These bells retain their original purpose while symbolizing the building's dual religious heritage.

Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Architectural style: modern architecture

Made from material: concrete

Operator: Syrisch-orthodoxe Kirche Mor Afrem e.V.

Phone: +49(0)3062205361

GPS coordinates: 52.52470,13.30290

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:45