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Altstadtkirche
A Landmark with a Distinctive Tower
Counts toward these achievements:
Gelsenkirchen: First Steps10 pts
Gelsenkirchen: Explorer25 pts
Gelsenkirchen: Insider50 pts
The Altstadtkirche in Gelsenkirchen, built in 1956 by Denis Boniver, serves as the city's main Protestant church. Its distinctive tower is a recognized architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia, shaping the city's skyline.
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The tower of the Altstadtkirche is a well-known city landmark.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1956
- Architect
- Denis Boniver
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Protestant
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
Standing here, you can see the striking tower that marks an important landmark in Gelsenkirchen. The Altstadtkirche, designed by Denis Boniver in 1956, is the city's main Protestant church. Its tower rises proudly, a recognized architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. This church serves as a serene and contemplative space for its congregation. Look up and admire the clean lines and simple design, characteristic of the era it was built in. Just southeast, the proximity to St. Augustine's Church highlights the close-knit religious communities in this area.
Location
Nearby
Propsteikirche Sankt Augustinus
143 m away
Neue Synagoge Gelsenkirchen
193 m away
St. Georg
527 m away
Schacht Oberschuir
865 m away
Stadtgarten
711 m away
Fernmeldeturm Gelsenkirchen
620 m away
Wassergarten
958 m away
Ev. Jugendreferat Gelsenkirchen & Wattenscheid (EJUGEWAT)
330 m away
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