Open monuments in
the western part of the city
Old Catholic Church "
" of the Resurrection of Christ
Old Catholic Church of the Resurrection of Christ © Parish Archives - Old Catholic Parish Office
Program
(1) Orgelkurzkonzert – Film- und Serienmusik
Annerose Jandrey spielt Musik aus Filmen wie „Star Wars“, „Harry Potter“ und „Herr der Ringe“ und Improvisation über Motive aus Kinderserien. Im Anschluss an das Konzert findet eine Orgelführung statt.
Uhrzeit: 12:00, Dauer ca. 45 min.
Realization: Annerose Jandrey (organ)
Accessibility: partially barrier-free
(2) Führung – Eine Symphonie aus Glas und Stein - Die Fenster und Architektur der alt-katholischen Auferstehungskirche
Tucked away behind the Helmholtz Gymnasium and Rathaus-West lies the Old Catholic Church of the Resurrection of Christ. For many passersby during the week, it serves as an oasis of calm amid the hustle and bustle around the Mühlburger Tor. It has a very special architectural history. Its walls and architecture tell the story of the Old Catholic Church’s origins in the late 19th century—a story of new beginnings, reform, destruction, and reconstruction. Through all the turbulent turning points of the past 150 years, it remains to this day a place where people come together in their spiritual quest. The artfully designed windows vividly convey this spiritual longing. They were designed by Peter Valentin Feuerstein of Neckarsteinch and crafted by the company Karlsruher Glaskunst Herbold. With their vibrant colors, they captivate visitors’ attention. The 45-minute guided tour invites you to discover this special architectural gem of the Weststadt with fresh eyes.
Time: 1:45 – 2:30 p.m. | The tour begins immediately following the film music concert, which is followed by an organ tour as part of the “Organ Walks” series. There may therefore be a short wait.
Meeting place: At the main entrance to the church
Led by: Dorothee Rosenbauer
Accessibility: partially barrier-free
Children's Program: Children's Play Area in the Church
Refreshments: Beverages available for a donation
(3) Abend.Oase - Auferstehungskirche
To fill the space with sound together and find resonance within ourselves, to savor the peace and quiet, and to take a break from everyday life—this is the invitation extended at the end of Open Monument Day through a musical evening service featuring chants from the Hagios song cycle by composer and spiritual teacher Helge Burggrabe.
Time: 6 :00 – 6:40 p.m. | The Hagios song service marks the conclusion of Open Monument Day at the Auferstehungskirche and will therefore begin promptly.
Meeting place: Choir room of the Auferstehungskirche
Led by: Rev . Benedikt Löw and others
Accessibility: completely barrier-free
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The Old Catholic Church of the Resurrection was built between 1895 and 1897 by Senior Building Officer Professor Carl Schäfer as a Neo-Gothic church on land donated by Grand Duke Friedrich I. The plans are based on drawings of a lost early Gothic church in France. The church, a single-nave cruciform structure with two stair towers and the main tower, features a distinctive element of medieval sacred architecture in the arrangement of its facade: The balcony above the main portal was used in the Middle Ages to display relics or other sacred objects to the people. The church, consecrated on June 8, 1897, by Bishop Dr. Theodor Weber, was decorated in the style of the time. On September 27, 1944, the church was destroyed down to its outer walls by incendiary bombs during a major air raid on Karlsruhe. In 1950, the parish council decided to rebuild the church, a project that was carried out in 1952–53. Professor Emil Lacroix (Karlsruhe State Office for the Preservation of Historical Monuments) was entrusted with the task. He left the sandstone masonry in the nave and transept unplastered. The organ was built in 1983 by Claudius F. Winterhalter of Oberharmersbach and is a popular concert instrument in the city of Karlsruhe. The organ, combined with the church’s excellent acoustics, makes it a popular venue for concerts by various choirs and musical ensembles. Since 1966–67, the main tower has housed four bells: the large Ecumenical Bell, donated in 1966 by Christians of all denominations; the Resurrection Bell; the Marian Bell; and the Peace Bell.
Opening hours: 09:00 - 18:00
Address: Röntgenstraße 3 | 76133 Karlsruhe
Accessibility: S-Bahn station “ ” at Mühlburger Tor
Website: www.alt-katholisch.de
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Old Catholic Church of the Resurrection in Karlsruhe (exterior view)
Old Catholic Church of the Resurrection in Karlsruhe (interior view)
Christuskirche
Karlsruhe
Program
(1) Guided Tour: Exploring the Church
Discover history with all your senses! Join us for our church tour on National Heritage Day, where we invite people of all ages to experience the church in a whole new way. Fascinating stories, hidden details, and special places are waiting to be discovered. Together, we’ll embark on a journey of discovery through a living monument full of history and secrets.
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m .
Meeting place: In front of the church; in case of bad weather, in the church’s entrance area (portico); once the tour begins, it will take place indoors until the end, and you can join at any time
Organized by: Church Exploration Team
Accessibility: partially barrier-free
Children's program: The church guide for children & adults will be distributed at the end of the event for further discovery
(2) Organ concert “Really? An Organ! Concert V – Made Up” & tour of the organ
An improvisational concert featuring, among other things, themes suggested by the audience. Drawing on his own ideas and those from the audience—and inspired by the Klais organ with its endless possibilities—he will create magnificent music on the spot.
Since its inauguration in 2010, the organ built by Philipp Klais at the Christuskirche Karlsruhe has attracted a great deal of international attention. It is the new concept that makes the organ so significant: the tonal core of the instrument is the old Klais organ from 1966, built by Hans-Gerd Klais, whose stops have been almost completely incorporated into the new organ.
Donations requested.
After the concert, you'll have the opportunity to see the instrument up close.
Time: 6 :00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
Meeting place: In the church
Performed by: Martin Bambauer (organist at the Basilica in Trier)
Accessibility: partially barrier-free
(3) Climbing the Tower
Tour of the tower with fascinating explanations
Time: 1 :00 p.m.
Meeting place: In the chancel of the church
Accessibility: not barrier-free
(4) Kirchenführung mit Pfarrer Dr. Marcus Held
Werfen Sie einen Blick hinter alte Mauern und entdecken Sie die Geschichte der Christuskirche bei einer spannenden Kirchenführung! Beeindruckende Architektur, besondere Kunstwerke und faszinierende Geschichten aus den letzten 125 Jahren machen den Rundgang zu einem Erlebnis für alle Interessierten. Lassen Sie sich mitnehmen auf eine Reise durch Zeit, Glauben und regionale Geschichte - informativ, lebendig und mit vielen überraschenden Einblicken.
Uhrzeit: 14:00 Uhr
Treffpunkt: Eingangsbereich
Durchführung: Pfarrer Dr. Marcus Held
Accessibility: partially accessible
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Christuskirche was built between 1896 and 1900 by the architects Curjel and Moser, but was severely damaged by air raids during World War II. The windows and vaults sustained extensive damage. It was not until 1985–1988 that the original tower was reconstructed. The church houses a concert organ built by Klais, which has been the largest church bell in Baden-Württemberg since 2004.
Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address: Kaiserallee 2 | 76133 Karlsruhe
Accessibility: Mühlburger Tor streetcar stop
Website: www.christuskirche-karlsruhe.de
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Klais organ (2010/1966) of the Christuskirche Karlsruhe - Digital organ tour
Margrave's residence
(former Moninger brewery)
Margrave's residence in Karlsruhe © S. Thomas Keller
Program
Guided tours of the margrave's residence
Guided tours of the margrave's residence are offered on Open Monument Day. The historical background of the building is discussed, followed by a guided tour of the grounds.
Time: 11:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 14:00, 15:00 - 16:00, 17:00 - 18:00
Meeting point: Kriegsstraße 212, 1st floor left
Implementation: Dr. Daniel Beisel
Accessibility: not barrier-free
Weather Dependency: Takes place outdoors, with no shelter available
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Former headquarters of the Moninger Brewery. In May 1888, brewing operations began in the large-scale new building at Kriegsstraße 210–216. After World War II, the brewery had to cease brewing operations almost entirely. In 1948, economic conditions returned to normal. The brewery was relocated in 1980, after which the former headquarters was sold.
Hours: Closed outside of guided tour times
Address: Kriegsstraße 212 | 76135 Karlsruhe
Accessibility: Tram stop Mühlburger Tor or Lessingstraße
Karlsruhe Mint
Margrave's residence in Karlsruhe © S. Thomas Keller
Program
Guided Tour of the Mint
Guided tour of the mint in the historic building.
Time: 11 :00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Meeting place: In front of the mint
Registration: Yes, by email to cornelia.pfeil@mintbw.de. There are 2 guided tours, each for 20 people.
(leider bereits ausgebucht)
Organized by: Director of the Mint
Accessibility: not barrier-free
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On February 9, 1827, the new mint in Karlsruhe was officially opened. The building was designed by architect Friedrich Weinbrenner. To this day, the Karlsruhe Mint remains in operation at this historic site.
Hours: Closed outside of guided tour times
Address: Stephanienstraße 28a | 76133 Karlsruhe
Accessibility: streetcar stop "Europaplatz"
Website: mintbw.de
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The mint building was designed by Friedrich Weinbrenner.
St. Boniface Church
Margrave's residence in Karlsruhe © S. Thomas Keller
Program
Guided Tour of St. Boniface Church – A Hub in Weststadt
St. Boniface Church brings together many people from Weststadt and other neighborhoods for worship services and church visits. The church’s unifying influence will be highlighted through its history and interior.
Time: 12 :30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Meeting place: Church entrance
Led by: Roberto Alcaide (12:30 p.m.), Norbert Grittner (2:00 p.m.)
Accessibility: partially barrier-free
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Bonifatius Church in Karlsruhe’s Weststadt district was built between 1905 and 1908 by church architect Johannes Schroth in the Neo-Romanesque style. The church was severely damaged during World War II but was subsequently rebuilt. Beginning in 1978, the interior was renovated and repainted by Peter Valentin Feuerstein. An extensive exterior renovation took place from 2011 to 2013.
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Address: Sophienstraße 127 | 76135 Karlsruhe
Directions: Sophienstraße stop (right next to the church)
Website: kath-karlsruhe.de