German Cathedral at Gendarmenmarkt
The German Cathedral (Neue Kirche in German) was completed in Friedrichstadt in 1708. Construction took about 7 years. The addition of the domed tower began in 1780.
It's domed tower mirrors that of the French Cathedral located at the opposite end of Gendarmenmarkt Square. Both towers were commissioned by Friedrich II for the sole purpose of embellishment.
Like so many historic buildings in Berlin, the Deutscher Dom was substantially destroyed during World War II. Over three decades passed before it was finally rebuilt and subsequently renovated. This restorative process happened in stages between 1977 and 1996.
In 1984, the Protestant church that worshiped in the Berlin Cathedral for over 200 years turned the building over to the state.
Inside the the German Cathedral visitors can view an interactive exhibit spread over 5 floors called Milestones - Sidetracks -Setbacks. It provides and overview of the changes in the parliamentary system from the March Revolution to the present day.
Thirty minute guided tours are available between 11am and 5pm.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoDeutscher Dom Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Gendarmenmarkt 1-2, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Phone: 030 22730431
Official Website: Deutscher Dom
Deutscher Dom Reviews
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out of 5 Only walked by and viewed from the outside. Very beautiful architecture. As of October 16, 2023 there was a lot of construction around this area blocking off the plaza from what I could tell so just admired from afar.
Anna R - 4 months ago
Great building and free entrance. The museum is great but….. there is no English anywhere. How such a new building and new museum have forgotten any explanation or description in English ? If you don’t speak German the museum is a bit useless.
Caterina Dolce - 2 months ago
Nice place to visit! It explains the path of a German history of democracy. It is completely free of charge. You can learn a.lot.of things here. You can use bathrooms in the middle of the city and drink some water, which is important for a traveller.
Mykhailo Sukhonosov - 4 years ago
Love the exhibition at Deutsche Dom. Very educational and interesting. Also watched an interesting movie about the German Bundestag and another one about what happened to opposition politicians between 1933 and 1945. Free entrance to the exhibition!
maddie slate - 4 months ago
I actually didn't know there was a museum inside, we were just walking by and decided I to enter, it was a pleasant surprise! It's all written in German, but the staff was very friendly and talked to us in English. The entrance is free.
Karen O. - 6 years ago
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Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or Tram Line(s): U6, U2
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or Tram Station(s): U Französische Str. , U-Bhf Hausvogteiplatz
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