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Churches of Bochum
Explore Bochum's sacred architectural heritage
8 StopsEstimated Duration: 123 minutes
Embark on a spiritual journey through Bochum's rich ecclesiastical heritage on the 'Churches in Bochum' trail. Spanning 6.18 km and taking about two hours, this walk invites you to explore the gothic elegance of St. Peter and Paul, originally founded in 785. The neo-Gothic Petrikirche in Bochum-Wiemelhausen transports you to the early 1900s, while the St. Joseph Church impresses with its neo-Romanesque style and majestic steel bells. Experience the diverse architectural styles and spiritual ambiance of these churches, and conclude with the Christuskirche, a remarkable symbol of reconciliation following World War II.
Did you know? — St. Peter und Paul
The church was the only one in Bochum until 1655.
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St. Peter und Paul
Church
180 mStraight-line estimate from stop 1 to stop 2
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Pauluskirche (Ost 1)
Church
351 mStraight-line estimate from stop 2 to stop 3
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Christuskirche
Church
194 mStraight-line estimate from stop 3 to stop 4
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Sankt-Joseph-Kirche
Church
1.2 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 4 to stop 5
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Lutherkirche
Church
2.0 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 5 to stop 6
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Liebfrauenkirche
Church
1.9 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 6 to stop 7
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Petrikirche
Church
293 mStraight-line estimate from stop 7 to stop 8
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