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Sankt Joseph
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Sankt Joseph

Oldest Catholic Church in Oberhausen

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Located in the Unterstyrum district, the heritage-listed Church of St. Joseph was constructed between 1871 and 1874. As the oldest Catholic church in Oberhausen and the mother church to many parishes, its architecture by Friedrich von Schmidt stands out.
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St. Joseph is the oldest surviving Catholic church in the city.

Quick Facts

Architect
Friedrich von Schmidt
Heritage Status
Architectural Heritage Monument
Denomination
Roman Catholic
Wheelchair Access
Fully accessible

Guided Story

Here you are, standing before Oberhausen's oldest Catholic church, the Church of St. Joseph. Designed by Friedrich von Schmidt and constructed between 1871 and 1874, this building is a striking example of 19th-century architecture. Take a moment to appreciate the intricate details of its façade. This church is not just a place of worship; it's also an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. As the mother church to many parishes in southern Oberhausen and northern Mülheim, it holds a central place in the community. As you explore, you might notice the Herz-Jesu-Kirche just under a kilometer to the north. So much history in one place – it's truly remarkable.

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