Monument17a786d3…c4cdPlace of Remembrance

Sankt-Ulrich-und-Levin-Kirche

Commemorating Magdeburg's second oldest parish church

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The Sankt-Ulrich-und-Levin Church was Magdeburg's second oldest parish church after St. Johannis and a significant city landmark. Despite being restorable, its ruins were demolished in 1956 following heavy damage in World War II.

Guided Story

You are standing at the memorial of the Sankt-Ulrich-und-Levin Church, once Magdeburg's second oldest parish church after St. Johannis. This significant city landmark suffered heavy damage during World War II. Despite being suitable for restoration, its ruins were demolished in 1956, a decision reflecting the challenging post-war period marked by loss and rebuilding. Today, this memorial stands as a reminder of the church's historical presence and the era it represented. Look around, and you may also notice nearby memorials, each telling their own stories of the past.