St. Laurentius, Profaniertes katholisches Kirchengebäude in Köln-Lindenthal
St. Laurentius is a church in Lindenthal, Cologne, completed in 1962 and representing modern post-war architecture. The building consists of a simple red brick cube with minimal ornamentation, where light enters mainly from above through a window band below the roof.
The parish was founded in 1924 and initially held services in a chapel at Hildegardis Hospital before having its own building. Construction began in 1961 under architect Emil Steffann and was officially consecrated in 1966, marking the start of its role as a dedicated worship space.
The name St. Laurentius references the saint depicted in the stone sculpture at the entrance. The plain brick design shows how the local community envisioned a modern place for worship during the early 1960s.
The building is centrally located in the Lindenthal neighborhood and easily accessible on foot from other community facilities. Visitors should note that the interior is quite dim and requires quiet contemplation, as it is designed as an introspective space.
An unusual feature is the metal fountain in the courtyard, with water flowing in four directions to symbolize the four rivers of paradise. A hand-carved wooden sculpture of Saint Christopher from a craftsman in Oberammergau also stands at the entrance, showing traditional craftsmanship.
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