Cathedral

Construction of a new cathedral on Kneiphof Island began around 1330. On 13 September 1333, the Teutonic Order and the Church agreed that construction could continue provided the cathedral did not serve a defensive purpose. Building work lasted almost 50 years.

The first Lutheran sermon was delivered in the Cathedral in September 1523, following Albrecht of Brandenburg's conversion to Lutheranism.

British air raids devastated Konigsberg's historic centre in the summer of 1944. The Cathedral suffered severe damage: parts of its vaulting collapsed, and fire destroyed the roof and interior. Its ruins were preserved in part because of the adjacent tomb of Immanuel Kant.

Extensive restoration of the Cathedral began. Specialists first gathered surviving plans, drawings and photographs, and the restoration work started with the towers.

Restoration of Immanuel Kant's roofed tomb and headstone was completed. Work then began on the cathedral's exterior, continuing for another two years. Today, the Cathedral is a concert and cultural centre in Kaliningrad, hosting concerts, festivals and guided tours.