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St. Lukas-Kirche

Gothic Revival Icon in East Leipzig

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St. Lukas Church stands tall with its 71-meter tower as the defining landmark of the Volkmarsdorf district in East Leipzig. Completed in 1893 in the Gothic Revival style by architect Julius Zeißig, the church is a protected cultural heritage monument. Since 2017, it has been owned by the Old Lutheran St. Trinity Congregation of Leipzig.

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The church's foundation stone was laid in 1890.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1890
Architect: Julius Zeißig
Architectural Style: Neo-Gothic
Height: 20 m
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument
Denomination: Lutheran
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

Look up at the impressive tower soaring 71 meters above Volkmarsdorf. This tower is the unmistakable landmark of the district, designed in the Gothic Revival style by Julius Zeißig in 1893. The church is a protected cultural monument and has been owned by the Old Lutheran St. Trinity Congregation of Leipzig since 2017. As you admire the intricate Gothic Revival architecture, notice the care and dedication in its design. This church is not just a place of worship but also a testament to Leipzig's history and cultural heritage.