Mitte in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
Universitätskirche St. Pauli
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St. Paul's University Church
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
1. Universitätskirche St. Pauli / St. Paul's University Church Marker
An dieser Stelle stand die Universitätskirche St. Pauli. Errichtet als Kirche des Dominikanerklosters, war sie seit 1543 Eigentum der Universität. Sie überstand alle Kriege unversehrt.
Am 30. Mai 1968 wurde die Universitätskirche gesprengt. Diesen Akt der Willkür verhinderten weder die Stadtverordneten noch die Leipziger Universität. Sie widerstanden nicht dem Druck eines diktatorischen Regimes.
On this site stood St. Paul's University Church. Built as the church of the Dominican monastery, it became the property of the university in 1543. It survived all wars unscathed.
On May 30, 1968, the University Church was demolished by explosives. Neither the city council nor Leipzig University prevented this act of arbitrariness. They did not withstand the pressure of a dictatorial regime.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical date for this entry is May 30, 1968.
Location. 51° 20.348′ N, 12° 22.778′ E. Marker is in Leipzig, Sachsen
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Paulinum - Aula und Universitätskirche St. Pauli (a few steps from this marker); Zum Gedenken an die Familie Bamberger / In Memory of the Bamberger Family (within shouting distance of this marker); 40. Jahrestag der DDR / 40th anniversary of the GDR (within shouting distance of this marker); Friedensgebet und Ausreisedemonstration / Prayers for Peace and Demonstration for Freedom (within shouting distance of this marker); MDR-Würfel - MDR-Orchester und -Chöre / MDR Cube - MDR Orchestra and Choirs (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Neues Gewandhaus / New Gewandhaus (about 120 meters away); Freie Wahlen / Free Elections (about 120 meters away); Tympanon-Fries des Leipziger Neuen Theaters / Tympanum Frieze of Leipzig's New Theater (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Leipzig.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
2. Universitätskirche St. Pauli / St. Paul's University Church Marker
The view of the marker along the corner of the Paulinum.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
3. Universitätskirche St. Pauli / St. Paul's University Church Marker
The bronze model of the St. Paul's University Church in front of the Paulinum. The St. Paul's University Church was consecrated in 1240 and demolished by explosives in 1968.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
4. Universitätskirche St. Pauli / St. Paul's University Church Marker
The Paulinum was built on the old church site.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 17, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 16, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 17, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
