Mariä Himmelfahrt, Catholic church building in Bad Berka, Germany.
Description
Mariä Himmelfahrt is a Catholic church building in Bad Berka that features an altar made from Ehringsdorfer travertine and houses various religious artworks inside. The interior displays sculptures by Rudolf Brückner-Fuhlrott from Weißenfels and an organ with four ranks of pipes.
History
An original chapel from 1918 was later substantially rebuilt with new plans drawn up by architect Erwin Gramsel. The formal consecration took place in 1962 by Bishop Dr. Freusberg.
Culture
The church has maintained a partnership with the Wieringermeer community in the Netherlands since 1990, keeping this connection alive through regular visits and shared activities between the congregations. Visitors can experience here how different Christian communities stay connected across borders.
Practical
The church is located at An der Katholischen Kirche 1 in Bad Berka and welcomes visitors during service hours. Check locally for current times, as schedules may vary depending on the season.
Did you know?
The building houses a Schönefeld organ from 1979 with four ranks and mechanical register controls. It features stops including Holzgedackt, Rohrflöte, Principal, and Cymbel, making it a significant musical instrument for the community.
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