Ristinkirkko

The Church of the Cross features a triangular layout with red brick exterior walls and a 40-meter concrete belfry rising from the structure.

Alvar Aalto won the architectural competition in 1950, but construction delays persisted until 1977 when the previous wooden church was demolished.

The church interior contains a 53-stop pipe organ that supports musical performances and serves as a central venue for the Lahti International Organ Festival.

Located at Kirkkokatu 4 in central Lahti, the church accommodates 1,150 people and maintains regular religious services throughout the week.

The southern wall incorporates 52 windows arranged in a cross pattern, creating natural light effects throughout the pentagonal interior space.

Location: Lahti

Inception: 1978

Architects: Alvar Aalto

Official opening: 1978

Architectural style: modern architecture

Elevation above the sea: 111 m

Part of: Hôtel de ville de Lahti, place du marché et l'axe cérémonial de Mariankatu

Address: Kirkkokatu 4

Website: https://lahdenseurakunnat.fi/kirkot-ja-tilat/kirkot-ja-kappelit/ristinkirkko

GPS coordinates: 60.98564,25.65715

Latest update: March 7, 2025 17:12