Dorotheenstadt cemetery, Berlin

Name: Dorotheenstadt cemetery
Address: Chausseestr. 126, Berlin, 10115, Germany
Telephone: +49 30 97005060

#207 among attractions in Berlin

Cemetery, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Dorotheenstadt Cemetery, officially the Cemetery of the Dorotheenstadt and Friedrichswerder Parishes, is a landmarked Protestant burial ground located in the Berlin district of Mitte which dates to the late 18th century. The entrance to the 1.7-hectare plot is at 126 Chaussee Straße. It is also directly adjacent to the French cemetery, established in 1780, and is sometimes confused with it. ()

Local name: Friedhof der Dorotheenstädtischen und Friedrichswerderschen Gemeinden Area: 4.2 acres (0.0066 mi²)Coordinates: 52°31'42"N, 13°23'3"E

Address

Chausseestr. 126MitteBerlin 10115 Germany

Contact

+49 30 97005060

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Day trips

Dorotheenstadt cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tränenpalast, Hamburger Bahnhof, Museum für Naturkunde, New Synagogue.

0.5 miS
Museum
Tränenpalast, Berlin
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Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Hamburger Bahnhof, Berlin
13 min walk • The Hamburger Bahnhof is a beacon of contemporary art in the heart of Berlin, Germany, offering a rich tapestry of modern artistic expression to both locals and tourists alike. This former railway station, converted into a museum, is part of the Berlin National Gallery...
~1390 ftNW
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Museum für Naturkunde, Berlin
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Germany's capital, the Museum für Naturkunde (Natural History Museum) stands as a bastion of biological and geological discovery. This prestigious institution in Berlin is renowned for its extensive collection of natural specimens, including...
0.5 miSE
Landmark synagogue with a gilded dome
New Synagogue, Berlin
13 min walk • The New Synagogue, with its striking golden dome and intricate Moorish style, is a historic landmark located in the heart of Berlin, Germany. This grand synagogue was originally inaugurated in 1866 and became a central point of Jewish life in Berlin.
~1900 ftSE
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Friedrichstadt-Palast, Berlin
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Friedrichstadt-Palast stands as an emblem of the city's rich cultural tapestry. Known for its grandiose productions and state-of-the-art technology, this modern theater enchants audiences with performances that blend dance, music...
0.4 miNE
Conserved part of city wall and exhibition
Berlin Wall Memorial, Berlin
11 min walk • The Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer commemorates the division of Berlin by the Berlin Wall and the deaths that occurred there. The monument was created in 1998 by the Federal Republic of Germany and the Federal State of Berlin.
0.6 miNW
Cemetery
Invalids' Cemetery, Berlin
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0.4 miS
Theater
Berliner Ensemble, Berlin
11 min walk • The Theater am Schiffbauerdamm is a theatre building at the Schiffbauerdamm riverside in the Mitte district of Berlin, Germany, opened on 19 November 1892.
0.6 miSW
Bridge
Crown Prince Bridge, Berlin
15 min walk • The Crown Prince Bridge is a road bridge over the River Spree in the city of Berlin. It links the Berlin quarters of Mitte and Tiergarten with the parliamentary quarter within the borough of Bezirk Mitte.
0.6 miSW
Memorial
The Parliament of Trees, Berlin
15 min walk • The Parliament of Trees is a memorial for the death victims of the Berlin Wall, which was installed on 9 November 1990 by performance artist Ben Wagin.
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Bridge
Weidendammer Bridge, Berlin
12 min walk • The Weidendammer Bridge is a 73-metre-long bridge where the Friedrichstraße crosses the Spree river in the central Mitte district of Berlin, Germany. It is notable for its ornate wrought iron railings, lanterns, and Imperial eagles.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Dorotheenstadt cemetery?

Nearby attractions include N.B.K., Berlin (3 min walk), Museum für Naturkunde, Berlin (7 min walk), Designpanoptikum, Berlin (8 min walk), Bunker, Berlin (9 min walk).

How to get to Dorotheenstadt cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Dorotheenstadt cemetery:

Tram

Hannoversche Straße • Lines: 12, M5 (4 min walk)
U Naturkundemuseum • Lines: 12, M10, M5, M8 (5 min walk)

Metro

U Naturkundemuseum • Lines: U6 (6 min walk)
U Oranienburger Tor • Lines: U6 (6 min walk)

Train

Berlin Friedrichstraße (15 min walk)
Berlin Central Station (17 min walk)

Bus

Perleberger Brücke • Lines: 123, 142 (32 min walk)