Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek, Berlin

Name: Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek
Address: Bluecherplatz 1, Berlin, 10961, Germany
Telephone: +49 30 90226401

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The Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek is one of the largest public libraries in Berlin, Germany. It was co-financed by a donation from the United States. The building was designed by American and German architects, including Fritz Bornemann and Willy Kreuer. It was opened on September 17, 1954, and was originally planned to become the Central Library of Berlin. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°29'49"N, 13°23'32"E

Address

Bluecherplatz 1Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg (Kreuzberg)Berlin 10961 Germany

Contact

+49 30 90226401

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek open?

Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek is open:

Monday 10 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 8 pm
Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
Friday 10 am - 8 pm
Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek?

Nearby attractions include Berlin Central and Regional Library, Berlin (1 min walk), Landwehr Canal, Berlin (2 min walk), Mehringplatz, Berlin (5 min walk), HAU 2, Berlin (8 min walk).

How to get to Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek by public transport?

The nearest stations to Amerika-Gedenkbibliothek:

Metro

U Hallesches Tor • Lines: U1, U3, U6 (4 min walk)
U Mehringdamm • Lines: U6, U7 (6 min walk)

Train

U Möckernbrücke (11 min walk)
Berlin Potsdamer Platz (28 min walk)