Heilige Familie, Catholic church in Eichstätt, Germany
Heilige Familie is a Catholic church in Eichstätt with a freestanding bell tower at a street corner, accessed by descending stairs to the lower courtyard. The building displays 1960s architecture in brick and concrete, with a marble altar area inside.
Built between 1963 and 1965, the church was designed by architect Karljosef Schattner. This period marked when contemporary design approaches began reshaping religious buildings.
Inside, the church displays religious artworks and marble elements that shape how visitors experience the space. These artistic touches create a spiritual setting where the local community gathers.
The church sits at a street corner and is accessed via descending stairs. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, as climbing the stairs on entry and exit is necessary.
The organ was built in 1983 by Andreas Ott from Bensheim and features 21 registers. This instrument brings special musical depth to religious ceremonies.
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