Philipp-Melanchthon-Kirche, Protestant church building in Alten, Germany
Philipp-Melanchthon-Kirche is a church building in Dessau-Roßlau that blends modern architecture with traditional Protestant elements and features a prominent bell tower. The structure was built in 1899 and continues to serve as an active community center, complemented by a parish house completed in 2010.
A church at this location was first recorded in 1743 and served the community for more than 150 years before being replaced. The present building dates from 1899 and has continuously functioned as a house of worship and community gathering place ever since.
This place took its name from a Protestant reformer and shapes the local center with its straightforward architectural style. Visitors notice the faith tradition through simple interior design and functional room layouts.
The site is easily accessible from outside and the bell tower serves as a clear landmark in the town center. The adjoining parish building offers various rooms for events, making the church an active venue for gatherings and celebrations.
Excavations at the parish house site uncovered foundations of an earlier rectory from the 1950s hidden beneath the current structure. These remains reveal how the settlement evolved over time.
Location: Dessau-Roßlau
GPS coordinates: 51.82057,12.19651
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24
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