Friedenskirche Köln-Ehrenfeld, Evangelisches Kirchengebäude in Köln-Ehrenfeld
Friedenskirche Köln-Ehrenfeld is a church building from the 1870s made of brick with large round windows and a pointed roof. Inside, a spacious hall features wooden pews, an organ, and a gallery added later that shapes the sense of the interior space.
The church opened in 1876 as the first Protestant place of worship in Ehrenfeld and quickly became a community hub. A tower with three bells was added a year later and helped define the neighborhood's character.
The name Peace Church was given in 1950 after World War II as a sign of hope for reconciliation. Today it remains a gathering place where people from the neighborhood come together for celebrations, remembrance, and mutual support.
The church is centrally located in Ehrenfeld and easily walkable from the neighborhood; the main entrance is on Rothehausstraße. Visitors find ample seating on wooden pews and can explore the architecture and any events at a leisurely pace.
The church's three bells produce a distinctive sound that sets this place apart from other churches, helping parishioners recognize their service time. This acoustic feature remains intact and rings before every service, echoing across the neighborhood.
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