St. Bonifatius

St. Bonifatius is a church building in Hessisch Oldendorf with straightforward architectural design. Its interior features white walls that serve as backdrop for stations of the cross and a prominent central crucifix.

The church was built in 1950 following the establishment of a Catholic community in 1944 among displaced persons during World War II. This construction reflected broader demographic changes in the region triggered by wartime displacement.

The church serves as a gathering place where parishioners meet regularly for worship and celebrations that shape community life. The Boni-Max carnival demonstrates how the local Catholic community has developed its own way of marking the year together.

The building stands at Schilfstraße 18a and functions as the parish church of St. Sturmius community. Part of the Diocese of Hildesheim, it offers regular public services open to visitors.

Architect Fritz Schaller, himself a displaced person, designed the building and incorporated a memorial area within the tower. This space honors war casualties and weaves personal fates into the building itself.

Location: Hessisch Oldendorf

GPS coordinates: 52.17052,9.24921

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:25