Georgenkirche in Somsdorf

The Georgenkirche is a Lutheran church in Somsdorf featuring tall narrow windows on its southern side and a central tower with a distinctive pointed spire and bell cage. The building shows a blend of older elements and Baroque modifications that create spacious proportions inside.

The church was founded in 1238 and originally built in Romanesque style. A comprehensive rebuild in 1711 transformed it into its current Baroque hall configuration.

The interior holds a richly decorated Renaissance pulpit featuring evangelist figures and a 16th-century polychrome sandstone baptismal font that have served the congregation through generations.

The building is located at Höckendorfer Straße 40 in Freital and is surrounded by its original cemetery, which provides a quiet space to explore. Access is straightforward, and visitors should check service times if they wish to view the interior.

The organ housed here dates to 1828 and was built by Carl Gottlieb Jehmlich with 16 registers across two manuals, making it one of the oldest surviving instruments from this renowned craftsman. This example showcases the skill of a major Dresden organ-building workshop from the 1800s.

Location: Freital

Inception: 1238

Address: Höckendorfer Str. 40

Website: https://kirche-freital.de/kirchen/georgenkirche-somsdorf.html

GPS coordinates: 50.97639,13.60364

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:42