Christ Church
A landmark Lutheran church in Namibia’s capital, designed by architect Gottlieb Redecker for the German-speaking community.
At a glance
Christ Church stands as a historic landmark in Windhoek, serving the German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia. The building represents an important institutional and architectural presence in the city’s religious and cultural landscape.
History
Christ Church was established to serve Windhoek’s German-speaking Lutheran community. It remains an active center for worship and a tangible connection to the city’s multicultural heritage.
What you see
Architect Gottlieb Redecker designed the church. The building functions as both a religious structure and an architectural landmark within Windhoek’s townscape.
Cultural significance
The church reflects Namibia’s German cultural heritage and the role of Lutheran communities in the country’s history. It remains an active parish and a notable example of religious architecture in the capital.
Key facts
- Country: Namibia
- City: Windhoek
- Architect: Gottlieb Redecker
- Coordinates: -22.56777778, 17.08722222
- Denomination: German-speaking Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia
Practical information & getting there
Christ Church is located in central Windhoek. For current visiting hours, services, and accessibility information, contact the church directly or visit the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Namibia office.
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