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German Church

Saksalainen kirkko

The Lutheran Church of the German community is situated at the foot of the Observatory Hill and is a visible landmark if you are walking from the Silja Line ferry towards downtown. The Neo-Gothic church was built in 1864 and is also a venue for liturgical and classical concerts.

Address: Bernhardinkatu 4
Website: deutschegemeinde.fi (opens in a new tab)

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