
Godehardkirche
Modern design with historical roots
Did you know?
Saint Godehard of Hildesheim was appointed bishop in 1022.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1958
- Architect
- Bieling Architekten
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
Here you are, standing before the Church of St. Godehard, a striking example of the blend between modern architectural design and spiritual tradition. Designed by Bieling Architekten and completed in 1958, this church serves as a central place for the Roman Catholic parish in the Diocese of Hildesheim. You might feel a sense of history knowing that it commemorates Saint Godehard of Hildesheim, appointed bishop by Emperor Henry II in 1022. If you look to the southeast, you'll find the Göttinger Knabenchor, another cultural landmark in the vicinity. The church's simple yet powerful architecture invites you to pause and reflect on the connection between past and present.
Part of These Trails
Location
Nearby

Sparkassen-Arena

Christuskirche

Lokhalle

Levinscher Park

Bahnhof Göttingen

Der Aufbau

Bezirkssportanlage Maschpark

Dauerausstellung "Auf der Spur europäischer Zwangsarbeit. Südniedersachsen 1939-1945"
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