Gethsemane Church

Gethsemane Church is a Protestant parish church in Prenzlauer Berg constructed from red brick with neo-Gothic design elements. The interior features an octagonal central space with steel reinforcements and terracotta-colored pillars set against white walls.

The church was built between 1891 and 1893 by architect August Orth on land that had previously belonged to Zion Church parish. It was established as an independent place of worship to serve the growing population of the district.

The church holds significant artworks such as the wooden sculpture Praying Christ and a bronze figure titled The Spiritual Fighter that visitors encounter inside.

The church stands at Gethsemanestraße 9 and is reachable by multiple public transportation routes in the Prenzlauer Berg area. Visitors should know that the building serves as an active place of worship with accessible hours during services and public events.

In autumn 1989, thousands gathered here for peace prayers and protests that became central to East Germany's peaceful revolution. This historic moment continues to shape how people view this place as a site of resistance and hope.

Location: Pankow

Inception: 1893

Architects: August Orth

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Made from material: brick

Address: Stargarder Straße 77, Berlin

Website: https://ekpn.de/vier-kirchen/gethsemane

GPS coordinates: 52.54772,13.41611

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04