Church Wittgendorf

Church Wittgendorf is a sacred structure combining medieval stonework with baroque details, crowned by a tower rising 37 meters (121 feet) above the landscape. The complex includes a cemetery with notable graves and a morgue facility adjoining the main building.

The structure began as a chapel dedicated to the Holy Cross in 1350 and underwent major construction in 1728 followed by significant modifications in 1843. Each phase of building reflected the community's changing needs over centuries.

The building has long served as the gathering place where villagers marked births, marriages, and deaths through religious ceremonies and traditions. These rituals continue to shape community life and bring people together through shared moments.

You will find the building at Hauptstrasse 121 in the heart of Wittgendorf village and can easily spot it from the street. Visitors should approach the cemetery grounds respectfully and allow time to explore both the exterior and interior areas.

The original structure featured a roof turret that was replaced over time by the tower you see today. This transformation reveals how the building adapted to changing practical and aesthetic needs.

Location: Zittau

Inception: 1350

Address: Hauptstraße 121

GPS coordinates: 50.94275,14.83734

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:03