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Alexanderplatz is one of the most important squares in Berlin
Alexanderplatz, affectionately called "Alex", is one of the most important squares in Berlin. It is the largest inner-city square in Germany.
It is ruled by Berlin's highest tower, the television tower. The World Time Clock, in the middle of the square has already been a popular meeting place in the East and always will be.
Alexanderplatz is one of the most important traffic junctions in the capital. Everything rolls here. Many S + U railway lines, regional train, bus and tram lines. The square itself may only be used by pedestrians, so more than 300,000 people visit Alexanderplatz every day.
Many shops invite you to shop, such as Galeria Kaufhof and the Alexa. Not to forget Primark.
The Alexanderplatz Berlin
Location & Sightseeings
Alexanderplatz is located in the Mitte district, in the former eastern part of the city of Berlin. From there you can reach many sights of the city on foot. The television tower, Germany's tallest building, is always worth a visit. Besides many shops you will find hotels on the square, such as the Park Inn, the Fountain of Friendship between Nations, the House of Teachers and Congress Hall and the listed Berolinahaus.
Behind the TV tower is the Neptune Fountain. On the right is St. Mary's Church and on the left the Red Town Hall. There you have Wi-Fi (Outdoor).
A little further on stands the Berlin Cathedral. With its imposing dome, it is the gateway to the Museum Island. From there you can walk along the magnificent avenue "Unter den Linden" or take bus 100 to the Brandenburg Gate.
Brief history of Berlin's Alexanderplatz
On the occasion of the visit of Tsar Alexander in 1805, King Frederick William III gave the "Alexanderplatz" its name. In the past, the square was used by the military as a parade and parade ground and there was trade on the square. Alexanderplatz has repeatedly been the scene of historical events, such as the March Revolution of 1848, and street battles took place.
Here, too, the Second World War left its devastating traces. It was almost destroyed in the fighting in April 1945. Not to forget the peaceful demonstrations against the GDR regime in autumn 1989. A competition in spring 1964 gave the square its current shape. It was freed from traffic and made more interesting for pedestrians.
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Address: 10178 Berlin
Opening hours: always open
Connections: S+U Alexanderplatz Station (S5, S7, S75, U8, U2), Bus: 248, N5, N65, Tram: M4, M5, M6, M2
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