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Bebelplatz

Bebelplatz
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Type of Site
Streets & Squares
Neighborhood
Central
Interests That Apply
Literature, History, Architecture, Politics
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Busy/High traffic
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Lunch
Restrooms: Available
Notes: There are many attractions in the area with public restrooms, but you may have to pay a fee or admission.
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Bebelplatz

Classical architecture and burning books


Expert Pick Off The Beaten Path Must See

Address:
Unter den Linden
Mitte
Berlin, 10117

Description

Friedrich II liked his architecture to mirror his political programme: Bebelplatz was designed to be a meeting place for science, art and political power. An academy, an opera house and a royal palace were planned, yet only the Opera House was finished in the king's lifetime. Later additions (the Royal Library and the Humboldt University buildings) are a testament to Freidrich's original project - all of them imposing classical buildings which unite to form one of Berlin's most impressive squares. Science and art are still represented; political power only to an extent: in the middle of the square an underground memorial (visible through a glass screen) bares testimony to the site where the Nazis burnt the books of political and philosophical opponents in May 1933.


What you should know before visiting Bebelplatz

Times & Dates

Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Notes: If a group of tourists is visiting the memorial on Bebelplatz, you may have to wait a few minutes before getting a viewing space around the glass panel.
Price: Free

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Französische Straße: U6
Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Walking
Notes: Any bus that travels down Unter den Linden will stop near this square.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: Parking is available on Dorotheenstrasse and Planckstrasse (two blocks northwest of the square).


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Photo Credits:
© Sebastien Schönstein