Berlin's historic Gendarmenmarkt reopens after renovation
After around two years of renovation, Berlin's historic Gendarmenmarkt with its majestic French and German Cathedrals has reopened.
Workers renovated 14,000 square metres of pavement, but kept the existing grid, according to a statement by the city's environmental administration.
A well loved square by Berlin natives and tourists alike, particularly for its winter market, Berlin's Gendarmenmarkt was largely unwelcoming to visitors since construction work began in October 2022. The main renovation work was completed at the end of 2024,
In addition to an underground pipeline network of about 5 kilometres for electricity, drinking water and wastewater, the historic square has been equipped with a rainwater management system. Rainwater is pre-cleaned and stored in underground systems.
The Gendarmenmarkt is now also completely barrier-free. The square between the German Cathedral, Konzerthaus and French Cathedral is a popular place for cultural events and strolls for Berliners and tourists alike. After a two-year break, the Classic Open Air concert series will be held there once again this summer.
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