GENDARMENMARKT

Visit one of the most beautiful squares in Berlin which is known for some of the most famous buildings in the city. You can witness the three popular buildings: the German cathedral, the French cathedral, and the concert hall located here. Witness the statue of the most popular and renowned port in Germany, Friedrich Schiller, located at the square. Opened in the 17th century, the square was built to accommodate 20,000 protestors who had been expelled from France.

The Gendarmenmarkt is probably the biggest square in Berlin. It is overwhelmed by three notable distinctive structures: the Konzerthaus, the French Cathedral (Französischer Dom), and the German Cathedral (Deutscher Dom). This delightful seventeenth century square is currently one of the top tourist places in Berlin. Every year in the late spring, it facilitates various public occasions remembering old style shows in the Konzerthaus theater.

Every December Gendarmenmarkt turns into the city's popular Christmas Market. At the very centre of the square of this place, there is a monumental statue of the great poet Friedrich Schiller. Several of these buildings were badly destroyed in World War II, after which they were reconstructed.

Highlights

• Admire one of the oldest and most beautiful squares in Germany, popular for having three important buildings in the city.
• Explore the German cathedral, the French cathedral, and the concert hall which form a trio located on the grounds of the square.
• Visit the classic open-air concerts which take place every year on the square with a live orchestra playing classics.
• The square is also home to a Christmas market with beautifully decorated wooden booths which sell handicrafts and other souvenirs.