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Evangelische Kirche Werne

A Neo-Gothic Brick Hall Church with History

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The Evangelische Kirche Werne, constructed between 1895 and 1896 by architect Gerhard August Fischer, is a three-nave brick hall church in the Neo-Gothic style. Rebuilt from 1949 to 1957 after World War II damages, it has been a protected monument since 1989 and belongs to the Werne Protestant congregation in the Bochum church district.

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The church has been a protected monument since 1989.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1896
Architect: Gerhard August Fischer
Denomination: Protestant
Website: werne.kirchenkreis-bochum.de

Guided Story

Here you are at the Evangelische Kirche Werne, a striking example of Neo-Gothic architecture. This three-nave brick hall church was designed by architect Gerhard August Fischer between 1895 and 1896. Notice the elegant pointed arches and the richly decorated windows that beautifully highlight its Neo-Gothic style. After the devastation of World War II, the church was carefully rebuilt between 1949 and 1957. It has been a protected monument since 1989, belonging to the Werne Protestant congregation in the Bochum church district. Standing here, you can almost feel the weight of history, shaped by both its past and its architecture.