Mitte in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
Thomaskirche
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St. Thomas Church
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
1. Thomaskirche / St. Thomas Church Marker
Seit 1212, dem Gründungsjahr von Thomaskirche, Thomanerchor und Thomasschule, singt der Thomanerchor regelmäßig in der Thomaskirche. Berühmtester Thomaskantor war Johann Sebastian Bach. Seine Matthäus-Passion und viele Kantaten wurden hier uraufgeführt. An den Orgeln der Thomaskirche spielten Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy und Max Reger.
Ever since the foundation of St. Thomas Church, St. Thomas Boys Choir and St. Thomas School in 1212, the St. Thomas Boys Choir has regularly performed at St. Thomas Church. The most famous cantor at St. Thomas was Johann Sebastian Bach. His St. Matthew Passion and many of his cantatas were premiered here. The organs of St. Thomas Church have been played by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and Max Reger.
Erected by City of Leipzig and Free State of Saxony. (Marker Number 17.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1212.
Location. 51° 20.35′
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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: Anna Magdalena Bach (within shouting distance of this marker); Alte Thomasschule / Old St. Thomas School (within shouting distance of this marker); Thomaskirche Leipzig / St. Thomas Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Straßenmusikfestival für die Freiheit der Kunst / Street music festival for the freedom of art (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Hôtel de Saxe (about 180 meters away); a different marker also named Hôtel de Saxe (about 180 meters away); Gefälschte Kommunalwahl -Kontrolle und Proteste / Rigged local elections control and protests (about 210 meters away); Zum Arabischen Coffe Baum / The Arabian Coffee Tree (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Leipzig.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
2. Thomaskirche / St. Thomas Church Marker
The view of the marker on the far right with the church in the background.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
3. Thomaskirche / St. Thomas Church Marker
Nave of St. Thomas Church with Gothic vaulting, historic pulpit, and organ gallery.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
4. Thomaskirche / St. Thomas Church Marker
View of the chancel of St. Thomas Church with its Gothic vaulted ceiling, ornate high altar, and colorful stained-glass windows.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 18, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 16, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 4 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 18, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
