Holy Cross Church and Ückendorf: Experience Gelsenkirchen anew

An adventure experience between an icon of modernity and a creative urban quarter

This tour connects a significant building of early modernity with the vibrant transformation around Bochumer Straße. The Holy Cross Church, designed by Josef Franke, was built in 1929, decommissioned in 2007, and is now developing into an extraordinary event venue in the heart of Ückendorf. The tour takes approximately 75 minutes through architecture, urban history, and the creative quarter with its unique atmosphere. ([tportal.tomas.travel](https://tportal.tomas.travel/Touristinfo-Gelsenkirchen/experience/detail/TUR00020110649455912?lang=de))

Architecture to marvel at

Even the first glance at the Holy Cross Church shows why it is considered an outstanding building. The clear language of forms, the history of repurposing, and the impact of the church space make the visit a cultural enrichment with a genuine sense of local history. Here, monument conservation, urban renewal, and vibrant use come together. ([tportal.tomas.travel](https://tportal.tomas.travel/Touristinfo-Gelsenkirchen/experience/detail/TUR00020110649455912?lang=de))

Ückendorf as a neighborhood in transition

Around the church unfolds a district that has visibly changed over the years. Bochumer Straße stands for urban development, creative use, and new meeting places. The tour opens up perspectives on a neighborhood where history and present intertwine closely. ([presse.ruhr-tourismus.de](https://presse.ruhr-tourismus.de/pressreleases/gelsenkirchen-inszeniert-den-wandel-extraschicht-zwischen-kiez-kampfbahn-und-zeche-3449092?utm_source=openai))

Practical information for your visit

The tour starts at 2:00 PM at the Holy Cross Church, Bochumer Straße 115 in Gelsenkirchen-Ückendorf. The duration is approximately 75 minutes, and the group size is limited to a maximum of 20 people. Registration is mandatory. The price is 8.00 euros per person. Due to limited parking, public transport is particularly recommended; the stops are Wissenschaftspark with tram 302 or bus 385, as well as additional parking options in the vicinity. ([tportal.tomas.travel](https://tportal.tomas.travel/Touristinfo-Gelsenkirchen/experience/detail/TUR00020110649455912?lang=de))

Conclusion: Culture, neighborhood, and a unique perspective on Gelsenkirchen

This city tour impressively combines architecture, repurposing, and urban experiences. Those who want to discover Gelsenkirchen beyond the known paths will experience an authentic view of an important church building and a neighborhood in transition. Register now and rediscover the Holy Cross Church with the Creative Quarter Ückendorf. ([tportal.tomas.travel](https://tportal.tomas.travel/Touristinfo-Gelsenkirchen/experience/detail/TUR00020110649455912?lang=de))

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