The leading architect August Orth designed and built the Gethsemanekirche. He was one of the most significant architects, city planners and technical writers of this time and designed five churches. Much effort was put into the church’s design and originally he planned more slender high pillars, but reduced the number because he believed it look too cluttered. The authorities of the time were displeased with his decision and so Orth complied by adding a more Romanesque style supplemented with his own mixture of Roman and Gothic architecture. During World War II, the church was destroyed by allied bombers. However, it was reconstructed in 1958 following the original designs. The exterior of the church is very graceful, constructed from red brick and a green slate roof.

Within the grounds of the church there are several famous statues including one of Christ standing at the door with an inscription saying “God is with everyone, come and be him,” and another of Kaiser Wilhelm II, depicting the era that the church was built in. The interior is equally stunning with 12 tall pillars, stained glass windows and a wood tiled roof. The focal point is the crucifix, which hangs at the front of the church. Plaques about August Orth and Kaiser Wilhelm II adorn the walls.