Eifeldom in Kalterherberg

The Eifel Cathedral in Kalterherberg, a striking landmark near the German-Belgian border, impresses with its twin-towered architecture in the Neo-Romanesque style. Construction of the church began in 1898, and after only three years, it was consecrated on July 14, 1901, by Cologne’s Auxiliary Bishop Dr. Antonius Fischer. The previous church, built in 1767, could no longer accommodate the growing number of visitors, making the construction of the new church necessary. The project, which cost 112,600 marks, was financed by a fund initiated as early as 1866 by Pastor Hemkes, as well as by a collection taken during services. The Dohmen construction company from Heimbach carried out the plans of Cologne architect Theodor Kremer, using stone from a nearby quarry. Over the years, the Eifel Cathedral received numerous additions, including a mission cross, a Rosary window, and the Maria-Hilf altar, donated by the Scholl siblings. The artistic painting of the church was carried out by August Degen Jr. from Mönchengladbach.