German Church, Lutheran church in Gamla Stan, Stockholm, Sweden
The German Church is a church building in Gamla Stan with a 96-meter copper-covered brick steeple. Its interior features white vaulted ceilings, marble floors, and a grand Baroque altar that dominates the worship space.
German-speaking merchants founded this church in 1642 following architect Hans Jacob Christler's design. Before its construction they had worshipped since 1573 at Riddarholmen Church in Stockholm.
The church served as a gathering place for German-speaking merchants and their families from its earliest days. Today it continues to host services in German and concerts that keep this heritage alive for visitors and worshippers.
The building welcomes visitors daily and offers guided tours that explain its architectural features and history. Morning hours tend to be quieter, giving you a better chance to experience the space without crowds.
The tower houses a carillon that plays four different melodies each day at set times throughout the old town. For centuries these bell tunes have been a familiar sound marking the passage of time in Gamla Stan.
GPS coordinates: 59.32414,18.07177
Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:40
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