DenkRaum Sophienkirche

DenkRaum Sophienkirche

In the footsteps of St Sophia's Church: a place of remembrance in the heart of Dresden

Discover the DenkRaum Sophienkirche, where one of the most important Gothic churches in Dresden once stood. The history of this special place dates back to the Middle Ages, when Franciscan monks said their prayers here. Later, the magnificent sacred building was elevated to a Protestant court church and finally to a cathedral church.After its destruction in February 1945, the ruins remained the last surviving Gothic church in Dresden until it was demolished in the 1960s. Today, the modern DenkRaum with its artistically interpreted Busmann Chapel invites visitors to linger and reflect. The impressive architecture combines past and present in a large walk-in sculpture.Immerse yourself in the eventful history of Dresden and experience how this place still inspires dialogue on contemporary issues today. A multimedia exhibition turns your visit into an exciting journey through the centuries.

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Opening hours

Please enquire about current opening hours on the website of the DenkRaum Sophienkirche.


Suitability

  • for Groups
  • for Class
  • for individual guests

Price information

Both the visit and all guided tours are free of charge. You can support the preservation of this unique place of remembrance with a voluntary donation.


Getting there

The DenkRaum Sophienkirche is centrally located in Dresden’s Old Town at Sophienstraße 2, just a short distance from the Zwinger (between the restaurant “Max Altstadt” and the Haus am Zwinger). We recommend travelling on foot from the city centre or by public transport (Postplatz stop), as there are no parking spaces available directly at the venue. If travelling by car, please use the surrounding public car parks in the city centre.

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