Easter Services in Germany

Easter is a very popular holiday in Germany, and for many families, a church service on Easter Sunday is an important part of the holiday weekend.

Want to experience an Easter service in a German church?
Check out these recommended churches for a memorable Easter service (all in German, but with universal appeal).

For an in-depth profile of the recommended churches, just click on their names.

Church services for Easter Sunday 2011

Cathedral of Cologne

The Cathedral of Cologne is a Gothic masterpiece; it is the third tallest cathedral in the world and boasts the highest church spires ever built.

Easter Sunday Services 2011:
7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. (including a choir concert), 12:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. (including a choir concert), and 7:00 p.m.

Dresden Church of Our Lady

The Church of Our Lady is the Baroque jewel of Dresden's Old Town and was completely reconstructed after it collapsed in World War II.

Easter Sunday Services 2011:
11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Berlin Cathedral

The Berlin Cathedral is the city's oldest church, located on Berlin's Museums Island.

Easter Sunday Services 2011:
10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m (including a choir concert); at 8:00 p.m., the Easter concert „Osteroratorium“ by Johann Sebastian Bach will be performed (tickets required).

Munich Church of Our Lady

The Catholic Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady is the landmark of Munich and the city's largest church; it holds up to 20,000 people.

Easter Sunday Services 2011:
8:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m.

More About Easter in Germany

Learn about German Easter traditions and get tips for your Easter holidays
Find out the exact Easter Dates in Germany for 2011 and beyond