Friedrichswerder Church, Berlin

Name: Friedrichswerder Church
Address: Werderscher Markt 1, Berlin, Germany
Telephone: +49 30 20905577

#296 among attractions in Berlin

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Facts and practical information

Friedrichswerder Church was the first Neo-Gothic church built in Berlin, Germany. It was designed by an architect better known for his Neoclassical architecture, Karl Friedrich Schinkel, and was built under his direction from 1824 to 1831. ()

Local name: Friedrichswerdersche Kirche Completed: 1987 (37 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 52°30'57"N, 13°23'55"E

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Werderscher Markt 1MitteBerlin Germany

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+49 30 20905577

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Day trips

Friedrichswerder Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Berlin Cathedral, Lustgarten, Humboldt Box, Neue Wache.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Friedrichswerder Church?

Nearby attractions include Schinkelplatz, Berlin (2 min walk), Schleusen Bridge, Berlin (2 min walk), Schinkel Pavillon, Berlin (2 min walk), Monument to Freedom and Unity, Berlin (3 min walk).

How to get to Friedrichswerder Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to Friedrichswerder Church:

Metro

U Museumsinsel • Lines: U5 (3 min walk)
U Hausvogteiplatz • Lines: U2 (6 min walk)

Tram

Am Kupfergraben • Lines: 12, M1 (8 min walk)
Universitätsstraße • Lines: 12, M1 (10 min walk)

Train

Berlin Friedrichstraße (15 min walk)
Berlin Alexanderplatz (17 min walk)

Bus

Alexanderplatz • Lines: 002, 057, 065, 070, 125, 1385, 170, 270, 370, N13, N1385, N232, N44, N70 (22 min walk)