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Neue reformierte Kirche
A Heritage Church by Ernst Friedrich Zwirner
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Known as the Sophienkirche, the Neue reformierte Kirche was designed by architect Ernst Friedrich Zwirner. Built in 1858, it serves as a Protestant place of worship in Wuppertal's Elberfeld district. The church is recognized as an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia.
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Locally, the church is known as the Sophienkirche.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1858
- Architect
- Ernst Friedrich Zwirner
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Protestant
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
- Website
- elberfeld-west.de
Guided Story
You're standing in front of one of Wuppertal's significant landmarks. The Neue reformierte Kirche, often called the Sophienkirche, was designed by the renowned architect Ernst Friedrich Zwirner in 1858. This Protestant church is recognized as an architectural heritage monument in North Rhine-Westphalia. As your eyes travel across its impressive facades, you can appreciate the mid-19th-century architecture, remarkable for its time. To your left, you'll notice the Deweerth’scher Garten, a peaceful spot that invites reflection and highlights the harmony between nature and architecture.
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Location
Nearby
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