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Altstädter Dreifaltigkeitskirche

Baroque Splendor in the Heart of the Old Town

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Built between 1709 and 1721 by Johann Georg Kannhäuser, the Altstädter Dreifaltigkeitskirche is a baroque church serving the Lutheran community in Erlangen. As an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria, its tower, along with the other two major churches in the city center, defines the skyline. A distinctive feature is the organ of the Protestant Old Town Church.

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The church reaches a physical height of 25 meters.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1709-1721
Architect: Johann Georg Kannhäuser
Height: 25 m
Heritage Status: Architectural Heritage Monument
Denomination: Lutheran
Opening Hours: Tu-Su 09:00-16:00
Wheelchair Access: Not accessible
Website: erlangen-altstadt-evangelisch.de
Phone: +49 9131 22776

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Guided Story

You're standing in front of the Altstädter Dreifaltigkeitskirche, a remarkable baroque church designed by Johann Georg Kannhäuser between 1709 and 1721. This church serves the Lutheran community of Erlangen and stands as an architectural heritage monument in Bavaria. Look up at the tower, which, along with the city's other major churches, defines the skyline here. Inside, if you could enter, you'd find the church's distinctive organ, a feature that adds to its rich history. Feel the peace and historical significance of this sacred space.