Regarded as one of the country's most elegant squares, Gendarmenmarkt is dominated by two domed cathedrals and the city's renowned concert hall. The square was created in the 17th century, then massively reconstructed and expanded in 1773 by architect Georg Christian Unger. This public space was named after an 18th-century regiment consisting of French Huguenot immigrants, whose story you can explore at the museum inside the imposing French cathedral. Though many of the historic structures were damaged or destroyed during World War II, the buildings have since been fully restored. Be sure to climb the cathedrals' towers for views of the historic parts of the city. Plan your visit to Gendarmenmarkt and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our Berlin itinerary planner.
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Dimitry B
Ein wunderschöner Platz mitten in Berlin. Besonders das Konzerthaus sollte man auf jeden Fall anschauen. Am besten bei sonnigen Wetter in einem der Zahlreichen Cafés. more »
A beautiful place in the middle of Berlin. You should look at Concert Hall, particularly in any case. Best in sunny weather in one of the numerous Cafés.View original -
Marie-Jeanne T
Warm aanbevolen als (drink)stop tijdens een wandeling door centrum Berlijn. Horeca in overvloed, van biergartens tot cocktailbars, zicht op twee Doms en een straatmuzikant die de Moldau van Smetana te... more »
Highly recommended if (drinking) stop during a stroll through downtown Berlin. Horeca in abundance, of beer gardens to cocktail bars, view two Doms and a street musician who the Moldau by Smetana at best. More are not.View original -
Wolfgang H
Nicht umsonst als schönster Platz von Berlin bezeichnet. Das Konzerthaus und die beiden Dome bilden eine schöne Kulisse. Hatten das Glück auf diesem Platz das letzte Konzert von Roger Cicero in Berlin... more »
Not for nothing called the most beautiful square of Berlin. The concert hall and the two domes form a beautiful backdrop. Had the luck on this place to experience the last concert by Roger Cicero in Berlin. -July 2015View original
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Justin P
Gendarmenmarkt is a beautiful square in the heart of Berlin. I was in Berlin for work, staying at the Hilton, and Gendarmenmarkt was just across the street. There are three beautiful buildings flanking the square - Konzerthaus Berlin (concert hall), the Berlin Church and the French Church. All of these buildings were heavily damaged during WWII, but have since been restored. It's a really nice place and I enjoyed relaxing out here after work.
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Lars Karlsson
Beautiful historical location and must see in Berlin. Restaurants etc. very pricey, but the museum is reasonable priced. Good view from the tower.
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Michael Goff
A more quiet area that is still close to the major tourist attractions. Plenty of good restaurants and Cafe's nearby to stop and eat.
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David Vahaba
French church Is the oldest church built at Gendarmenmarkt, the French church (Protestant) built by the Huguenot community between 1701 to 1705. It was planed at the same design format of the Huguenot church in Saint-Maurice - France , which was destroyed by order of King Louis . The added church tower was built in 1785. At present , the church building used as the museum of French Huguenots.
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Leynard Theseira
Great place to see some beautiful architecture and enjoy food or coffee in the surrounding restaurants and cafés.
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