Brandenburg Gate, Potsdam
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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. It stands at the western end of Brandenburger Straße, which runs in a straight line up to the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. ()
Address
Brandenburger Str. 1Innenstadt (Nördliche Innenstadt)Potsdam 14467
Contact
+49 331 87700000
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Day trips
Brandenburg Gate – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Sanssouci, Waschhaus, Bildergalerie, City Palace.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Brandenburg Gate open?
Brandenburg Gate is open:
- Monday 24h
- Tuesday 24h
- Wednesday 24h
- Thursday 24h
- Friday 24h
- Saturday 24h
- Sunday 24h
Which popular attractions are close to Brandenburg Gate?
Nearby attractions include Friedenskirche, Potsdam (7 min walk), Dampfmaschinenhaus, Potsdam (8 min walk), Kabarett Obelisk Potsdam, Potsdam (8 min walk), Obelisk, Potsdam (8 min walk).
How to get to Brandenburg Gate by public transport?
The nearest stations to Brandenburg Gate:
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Train
Tram
- Luisenplatz-Süd/Park Sanssouci • Lines: 91, 94, 98 (3 min walk)
- Dortustraße • Lines: 91, 94, 98 (6 min walk)
Bus
- Luisenplatz-Nord/Park Sanssouci • Lines: 692, 695, 697, X15 (3 min walk)
- Friedenskirche • Lines: 614, 650, 697, X15 (6 min walk)
Ferry
- Neustädter Havelbucht - Sanssouci • Lines: Potsdamer Wassertaxi (11 min walk)
- Auf dem Kiewitt/Fähre • Lines: F1 (21 min walk)
Train
- Potsdam Charlottenhof (18 min walk)
- Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (25 min walk)