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Churches in the Kaiserbäder

Places of tranquility, connection, and lived experiences.

More Than Just Historic Buildings

The churches in the Kaiserbäder are more than just historic buildings—they are places of tranquility, fellowship, and living history. Nestled within the unique atmosphere of Ahlbeck, Heringsdorf, and Bansin, they tell the story of the region’s cultural development while inviting visitors to pause and reflect. Whether architecturally impressive, steeped in history, or spiritually significant—each church has its own distinct character and is well worth a visit.

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Ahlbeck Evangelical Church

The Ahlbeck Church is a Protestant church built in 1895 on the island of Usedom. It is a designated historic landmark and is closely linked to the development of the seaside resort of Ahlbeck. The church was funded by Johann Koch and is an example of the Historicism style with elements of Neo-Gothic architecture. With its pointed barrel-vaulted wooden ceiling spanning the entire space, it resembles a large, upside-down ship. The cantor Johann Koch spent three decades collecting donations for its construction. The interior design focuses on the altar and the sandstone cross. The apse of the Neo-Gothic church is characterized by three stained-glass windows in Art Nouveau style. The two festive chandeliers and the votive ship “Heimkehr,” donated by retired Greifswald pastor Gerhard Dallmann, lend the space a special aura. The church has been restored several times. The organ was built in 1895 by Barnim Grüneberg. Events are held regularly in the church.

Heringsdorf Evangelical Church

The Church in the Forest is a red-brick church located on the Kulm hill in Heringsdorf on the island of Usedom. It was built in the Historicist style and belongs to the Protestant parish of Heringsdorf. A distinctive feature of the church is the Star of David on the church tower clock. Along with the church in Ahlbeck, it was built in the 19th century as part of the rise of spa tourism. The funds for the church’s construction were raised through donations from local residents and wealthy spa guests. The architect Ludwig Persius designed the building. The vestibule—unique in Pomerania—and the slender bell tower are reminiscent of Italian church architecture, similar to the churches Persius built in Potsdam. Consecrated in 1848, the church initially belonged to the Benz parish but was later merged with other parishes. In 1914, it was expanded along its long sides and fitted with wooden galleries. The altar, pulpit, and baptismal font date from the time of its construction. A painting on the left wall of the choir depicts the Lamentation of Christ. Notable features include the stained-glass windows depicting biblical scenes and the wooden statue of Martin Luther on the left side of the choir, which was brought here after the war by refugees from the Christ Church in Swinemünde. The organ dates from 1851 and was expanded in 1914. The church has two bronze bells from 1990. The Church in the Forest is an important religious and architectural landmark and is open to visitors.

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Catholic Church Stella Maris Heringsdorf

The Stella Maris Catholic Church in Heringsdorf is located on the edge of the forest above Bülowstraße and is part of the Caritas Senior Center. A Catholic chapel has stood here since 1929; it was initially housed in the “Stella Maris” villa. In 1975, a larger chapel was built, and after German reunification, the Stella Maris Senior Center was established, featuring a new chapel. This chapel was consecrated in 2000 and is notable for its tent-like architecture with a pyramidal skylight. The altar table, wall cross, tabernacle, lectern, baptismal font, and Easter candle holders are made of Kiefersfeld marble. In addition to regular church services, various events and activities take place at the Stella Maris Church.

Protestant Church in Bansin

The Bansin Forest Church is located on the western outskirts of town, in the woods. It was consecrated on February 12, 1939, and is the newest Protestant church on the island of Usedom. The Bansin parish was founded as early as 1927 and encompasses the seaside resort of Bansin and Dorf Bansin. Originally, both places belonged to the Benz parish. The church’s hall-style structure, with its slender bell tower, is somewhat hidden in the woods on the edge of the seaside resort of Bansin. Unusually, the Waldkirche faces south. The church’s design is modeled after the now-defunct Kreuzkirche in Swinemünde. Particular highlights include the striking stained-glass windows depicting the Evangelists and Martin Luther. The Waldkirche houses a carved altar cross and a wooden Credo triptych by the former pastor, Alexander Neumann. He served as pastor in Bansin from 1975 to 1995. The Bansin Forest Church is not only a place of reflection and prayer but also a venue on the island of Usedom. With its unique location and architecture, it is definitely worth a visit.