Centre for Contemporary History, Potsdam

#125 among attractions in Potsdam

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The Leibniz Centre for Contemporary History Potsdam is an interdisciplinary research institute focusing on the contemporary history of Europe, especially Germany, and member of the Leibniz Association. ()

Local name: Zentrum für Zeithistorische Forschung Coordinates: 52°23'48"N, 13°3'22"E

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9 d Am Neuen MarktInnenstadt (Nördliche Innenstadt)Potsdam Germany

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Centre for Contemporary History – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Waschhaus, City Palace, Nauener Tor, St. Nicholas Church.

0.8 miNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Waschhaus, Potsdam
22 min walk • Waschhaus Potsdam is a vibrant cultural center located in the heart of Potsdam, Germany. Originally a laundry facility for the Prussian army, the building has been transformed into a hub for the arts and community events.
~1200 ftSE
Reconstructed 18th-century palace
City Palace, Potsdam
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany, the City Palace, known as Stadtschloss Potsdam, is a historic edifice that captures the grandeur of the past. This regal castle, though extensively damaged during World War II and later demolished, has been meticulously...
0.5 miN
Historic gate and popular gathering place
Nauener Tor, Potsdam
12 min walk • Nauener Tor is an iconic city gate that stands proudly in the historic city of Potsdam, Germany. This exquisite example of architectural beauty marks the entrance to the old town and is one of the three preserved gates in Potsdam, the others being the Brandenburger Tor...
~1100 ftE
Church
St. Nicholas Church, Potsdam
6 min walk • St. Nicholas Church, a historic and architectural marvel, stands proudly in the heart of Potsdam, Germany. This elegant church, characterized by its impressive neoclassical design, has been a prominent landmark in the city's skyline since its consecration in 1837.
~1450 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Vernacular architecture
Museum Barberini, Potsdam
7 min walk • The Museum Barberini is an art museum in Potsdam opened in 2017. Its exhibitions range from the so-called Old Masters to contemporary art, with an emphasis on impressionist painting.
~1780 ftNE
Church
St. Peter und Paul, Potsdam
9 min walk • The Roman Catholic Church of Ss. Peter and Paul is centrally located in the centre of Potsdam, and ends the Brandenburger Strasse to the east, at the western end of which is the Potsdamer Brandenburger Gate.
~350 ftE
Square
Alter Markt, Potsdam
2 min walk • The Old Market Square is a centrally located square in downtown Potsdam which forms the historical centre of the city. The square consists of the area around St. Nicholas' Church. Today the term refers in particular to the area directly in front of the church. It is bordered by several prestigious historical buildings.
~1920 ftNW
Iconic 18th-century landmark and city gate
Brandenburg Gate, Potsdam
10 min walk • The Brandenburg Gate on the Luisenplatz in Potsdam, not to be confused with the gate of the same name on Berlin's Pariser Platz, was built in 1770–71 by Carl von Gontard and Georg Christian Unger by order of Frederick II of Prussia.
0.5 miNE
Baroque architecture
Dutch Quarter, Potsdam
13 min walk • The Dutch Quarter is a neighborhood in Potsdam, consisting of 134 red Dutch brick buildings, almost all of which have been renovated. It was built from 1733 to 1740 and designed by Jan Bouman following the order of Frederick William I of Prussia.
~290 ftSE
52°23'46"N • 13°3'24"E
Haus der Brandenburgisch-Preußischen Geschichte, Potsdam
2 min walk • Museum, Historical place
~1820 ftE
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Extavium, Potsdam
9 min walk • The Extavium, the so-called Mitmachwelt, is a natural science didactic facility with an exhibition in Potsdam.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Centre for Contemporary History?

Nearby attractions include Haus der Brandenburgisch-Preußischen Geschichte, Potsdam (2 min walk), Alter Markt, Potsdam (2 min walk), Eight Corners, Potsdam (3 min walk), Filmmuseum Potsdam, Potsdam (4 min walk).

How to get to Centre for Contemporary History by public transport?

The nearest stations to Centre for Contemporary History:

Bus

Platz der Einheit/West • Lines: 603, 604, 605, 610, 614, 631, 638, 650, 692, 695, N14, N15, N17, X5 (4 min walk)
Platz der Einheit/Bildungsforum • Lines: 692, N16 (5 min walk)

Tram

Platz der Einheit/Bildungsforum • Lines: 93, 94, 96, 98, 99 (4 min walk)
Platz der Einheit/West • Lines: 91, 92, 93, 94, 96, 98, 99 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Potsdam Hauptbahnhof - Hafen • Lines: Potsdamer Wassertaxi (11 min walk)
Neustädter Havelbucht - Sanssouci • Lines: Potsdamer Wassertaxi (15 min walk)

Train

Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (16 min walk)
Potsdam Charlottenhof (22 min walk)