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St. Hedwig

Contemporary architecture in the heart of Waldstadt

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St. Hedwig is a Roman Catholic church built in 1967 in Karlsruhe's Waldstadt district. It is part of the pastoral unit Karlsruhe-St.-Raphael, blending modern architecture with spiritual tradition. The parish joins three other congregations to form the pastoral unit St. Raphael - Karlsruhe Nord-Ost.

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The church was constructed over two years between 1966 and 1967.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1967-10
Denomination: Roman Catholic
Website: st-raphael-ka.de

Guided Story

Observe the modern architecture of this church, completed in October 1967. St. Hedwig stands here in Karlsruhe's Waldstadt district, offering a place of retreat and reflection. As a Roman Catholic church, it forms part of the pastoral unit Karlsruhe-St.-Raphael, uniting several congregations in northern Karlsruhe. As you look at the facade, take a moment to feel the blend of tradition and modernity that this building exudes. It reflects the changes in church architecture in the latter half of the 20th century. If you turn around, you might catch a glimpse of the Emmauskirche, located about 150 meters to the north.