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Mater Dolorosa (Greifswalder Straße)
Hidden Hall Church in Prenzlauer Berg
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Mater Dolorosa, designed by August Menken, is tucked behind a group of buildings on Greifswalder Straße and is a protected cultural heritage monument. This former Roman Catholic hall church stands 22 meters tall, highlighting its historical significance in Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg district.
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The church was deconsecrated in 2026.
Quick Facts
- Architect
- August Menken
- Height
- 22 m
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Phone
- +49 30 4230200
Guided Story
Take a moment to appreciate the 22-meter height of this former hall church. Designed by August Menken, it stands as a protected cultural heritage monument, echoing a storied past. Known also as Kirche im Katharinenstift, it brings a piece of Berlin's history to life here in Prenzlauer Berg. As you look around, you'll notice how it’s tucked away behind the buildings on Greifswalder Straße, yet its presence is undeniable, a silent witness to history and a significant part of cultural heritage.
Location
Nearby
Filmtheater am Friedrichshain
239 m away
Märchenbrunnen (Ost)
293 m away
St. Bartholomäuskirche
412 m away
Memorial for the International Brigades in the Spanish Civil War
514 m away
Volkspark Friedrichshain
627 m away
Museum Pankow
594 m away
Immanuelkirche
516 m away
Memorial to Polish Soldiers and German Anti-Fascists
699 m away
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