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Epiphanias-Kirche (Autobahnkirche)

Modern architecture on the Industrial Heritage Trail

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Built in 1929, the Epiphanias Church in Bochum, designed by architect Wilhelm Tiefenbach, stands as a notable example of modern architecture and is recognized as a heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. Initially serving as a highway church, it was included in the Industrial Heritage Trail in 2010.

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The church reached a height of 29.5 meters.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1929–1930
Architect: Wilhelm Tiefenbach
Architectural Style: Modernism
Height: 29.5 m
Heritage Status: Architectural Heritage Monument
Denomination: Lutheran
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible
Website: selk-bochum.de

Guided Story

Here you are, standing before the Epiphanias Church, a striking example of modern architecture, designed by Wilhelm Tiefenbach in 1929. Towering at 29.5 meters, this church is recognized as an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. It once served as a highway church, a unique feature in such a densely populated area. Take a moment to observe the clean lines and modern design, characteristic of the era's architectural style. Although it was desecrated in 2026, it remains an important historical and architectural landmark. Looking to the southeast, you might catch a glimpse of the Herz-Jesu-Kirche in the distance.