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Dorfkirche Stralau

Friedrichshain's oldest Gothic church

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Built between 1459 and 1464, the Stralau Village Church is a Gothic gem in Berlin's Friedrichshain district. Designed by architect Friedrich Wilhelm Langerhans, it is a protected cultural heritage monument. It is part of the Evangelical Parish of Friedrichshain-South within the Berlin City Center Church District.

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It is the oldest church in the Friedrichshain district.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1459–1464
Architect: Friedrich Wilhelm Langerhans
Architectural Style: Gothic
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument
Denomination: Protestant
Wheelchair Access: Not accessible
Website: boxhagen-stralau.de

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Guided Story

Take a moment to appreciate the Gothic architecture that stands before you. This village church, the oldest in the Friedrichshain district, was constructed between 1459 and 1464. The architect, Friedrich Wilhelm Langerhans, infused the building with its distinctive style. As a cultural heritage monument, it reflects the rich history of this area. If you look northwest, you'll spot the War Memorial, another historic element of this landscape. The church is part of the Evangelical Parish of Friedrichshain-South within the Berlin City Center Church District. Notice the intricate Gothic details that transport you back to a bygone era.