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Sankt Johannes Evangelist Kirche

Where Modern Design Meets Tranquil Reflection

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In the heart of Steglitz-Zehlendorf, the St. Johannes Evangelist Church is a striking example of modern architecture blended with serene spirituality. Designed by Felix Hinssen and established in 1950, this Catholic church is a cultural heritage monument inviting visitors to explore its accessible, peaceful space and contemporary design.

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Architect Felix Hinssen designed the St. Johannes Evangelist Church in the style of 1930s village churches, even though it was only completed in 1951.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1950
Architect: Felix Hinssen
Architectural Style: Modernism
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument
Denomination: Roman Catholic
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

Feel the calm enveloping you here. Look around at the clean lines and understated elegance of this architecture. This church tells a story of rebirth after World War II. Architect Felix Hinssen chose a modern style to reimagine traditional village churches. If you look up, you'll see how light and shadow play together, creating a nearly meditative atmosphere. Behind you is the Sembritzkistraße, once part of a villa colony. Right here, in the heart of Steglitz-Zehlendorf, this building stands as a testament to the resilience and transformation of a community continually reinventing itself.