German Church, Helsinki

Name: German Church
Address: Bernhardinkatu 4, Helsinki, Finland

#175 among attractions in Helsinki

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The German Church is located in Helsinki, a church in the Guardian city area along the Unioninkatu street, built in 1864. It was designed by Harald von Bosse and C.J. von Heideken. It is a long -time church and represents neo -gothic architecture. During the renovation of the church in 1897, a tower drawn by architect Josef Stenbäck was built. The church burned down in 1958 and was then repaired according to the plans of architect O. Hansson. The look remained unchanged, but there were several changes indoors. For example, a reinforced concrete ceiling is the perpetrators of this renovation. Between 1997 and 2001, a major renovation, change and extension of the buildings were conducted in the church designed by architects Juha Leiviskä and Rosemarie Schnitzler.

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 60°9'48"N, 24°57'7"E

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Bernhardinkatu 4Eteläinen (Ullanlinna)Helsinki Finland

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Day trips

German Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Market Square, Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Havis Amanda, Esplanadi.

~1760 ftNE
Shopping, Market
Market Square, Helsinki
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Market Square (Kauppatori in Finnish) stands as a bustling hub of commerce and local culture. This open-air market, located by the Baltic Sea at the eastern end of Esplanadi Park, is an emblematic site where the vibrant spirit of the...
~1720 ftNW
Monuments and statues
Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg, Helsinki
9 min walk • The Statue of Johan Ludvig Runeberg stands proudly in the heart of Helsinki, Finland, as a tribute to the nation's most cherished poet. Johan Ludvig Runeberg, whose works are considered foundational to Finnish literature, is perhaps best known for writing the lyrics...
~1570 ftN
Bronze statue in Art Nouveau style
Havis Amanda, Helsinki
8 min walk • Havis Amanda is an iconic statue and a beloved symbol of the Finnish capital, Helsinki. Cast in bronze, this enchanting sculpture stands at the Market Square, near the harbor, serving as a captivating focal point for both locals and tourists alike.
~1730 ftNW
Narrow park for picnics in summer
Esplanadi, Helsinki
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, Esplanadi is a verdant oasis of calm and culture amidst the urban hustle. Known locally as "Espa," this elegant park serves as a social hub and a green sanctuary for city dwellers and tourists alike.
~1790 ftN
Carl Ludvig Engel, City hall
Helsinki City Hall, Helsinki
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Helsinki, the Helsinki City Hall stands as an emblem of Finnish governance and architecture. This historic building, overlooking the bustling Market Square, serves as the central hub for the city's municipal operations and also as a space for...
~1110 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Design Museum, Helsinki
6 min walk • Design Museum is a museum in Helsinki devoted to the exhibition of both Finnish and foreign design, including industrial design, fashion, and graphic design.
~1380 ftSW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
St. John's Church, Helsinki
7 min walk • St. John's Church in Helsinki, Finland is a Lutheran church designed by the Swedish architect Adolf Melander in the Gothic Revival style. It is the largest stone church in Finland by seating capacity.
~1960 ftSE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, Art museum
Cygnaeus Gallery, Helsinki
10 min walk • The Cygnaeus Gallery is an art gallery in Helsinki. The art gallery was founded by the professor of aesthetics Fredrik Cygnaeus. It was built as a villa in 1869–1870 to designs by architect J.F.W. Mieritz. Cygnaeus donated the gallery to the Finnish nation in his testament.
~1560 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St. Henry's Cathedral, Helsinki
8 min walk • St. Henry's Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Helsinki, Finland, dedicated to Henry, a 12th-century Bishop of Finland. It is the Cathedral Church of the Catholic Diocese of Helsinki.
~1990 ftNE
Harbor
Katajanokka Terminal, Helsinki
10 min walk • Katajanokka Terminal is a ferry terminal located in Katajanokka, in the Southern Harbor of Helsinki, Finland. The shipping company Viking Line operates scheduled services from the terminal to Stockholm and Tallinn. The terminal building was originally a customs warehouse, the harbour building K8.
~510 ftS
Carl Ludvig Engel, Specialty museum, Museum
Helsinki Observatory, Helsinki
3 min walk • Helsinki University Observatory housed the Department of Astronomy at the University of Helsinki, south Finland until end of 2009. It is now an astronomy-themed visitor centre and museum.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to German Church?

Nearby attractions include Fabianinkatu 17, Helsinki (3 min walk), Helsinki Observatory, Helsinki (3 min walk), Museum of Finnish Architecture, Helsinki (4 min walk), The Shipwrecked, Helsinki (4 min walk).

How to get to German Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to German Church:

Tram

Eteläranta • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
Kirurgi • Lines: 10 (4 min walk)

Ferry

Olympia Terminal, Helsinki • Lines: Silja Line (5 min walk)
Kauppatori • Lines: Kauppatori-Korkeasaari, Sininen reitti (7 min walk)

Bus

Johanneksenkirkko • Lines: 24 (6 min walk)
Tarkk'ampujankatu • Lines: 24 (7 min walk)

Metro

Central Railway Station • Lines: M1, M2 (17 min walk)
University of Helsinki • Lines: M1, M2 (17 min walk)

Train

Helsinki (18 min walk)