Bertsdorf church

Bertsdorf church is a heritage church in Saxony featuring large Gothic tracery windows and an octagonal cupola on the west tower. Spiral staircases provide access to the galleries above, allowing the space to serve multiple functions within a single structure.

The church was built in 1676 following designs by architect Andreas Klengel from Dresden, replacing an earlier chapel that dated to 1518. This construction marked a transition to a new building approach in Upper Lusatia and influenced how later churches in the region were designed.

The wooden furnishings and interior show the craftsmanship of local artisans from the late 1600s. Christian Bürger and Johann Konrad Edelwehr left their artistic mark on the church's movable works, which still define its appearance today.

The site is easy to access on foot, with the tower offering good views over the area. Visitors will find that the grounds also include cemetery areas and a memorial section dedicated to war casualties, which are part of the overall visit experience.

This building was pioneering as the first vaulted pillar hall in Upper Lusatia, serving as a model for church construction across the region. This trendsetting role made it a turning point in local architecture and influenced many later building projects in the area.

Location: Bertsdorf-Hörnitz

Inception: 1676

Part of: Kirche Bertsdorf

Address: Am Kirchberg 7

GPS coordinates: 50.88536,14.73682

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:08