Potsdamer Platz, Berlin
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Potsdamer Platz, Berlin - by Avda (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Description
Potsdamer Platz is one of Berlin's largest squares and, historically, where the old road from Potsdam passed through the city wall of Berlin. Post reunification, the site saw a major redevelopment with Daimler-Benz and Sony among the main companies involved. Nowadays the square has a mix of shopping centres, theatres, restaurants and the Berlin film festival (the Berlinale) is held there every February. Every winter, Potsdamer Platz turns into a giant winter wonderland which includes Europe's biggest toboggan run and an ice rink.
Access & Transport
The square is It is located on the south-eastern corner of Tiergarten Park. The U2 line goes through Potsdamer Platz station, directly underneath the square and Berlin Potsdamer Platz Bahnhof has regional and suburban lines (S1, S2, S25, S26). There are also bus services along Leipziger Str. / Potsdamer Str. and Ebertstraße. For those who drive, there are underground car parks beneath the Potsdamer Platz Arkaden and the Sony Center.
Instructions & Recommendations
Note that many stores are closed on Sunday and only open around 10h00. We recommend combining this activity with the Dali Museum, German Spy Museum or Legoland Discovery Centre. It is also next to the Tiergarten Park.
Environmental & Social
No environmental data for the area but there is a lot of asphalts, concrete, glass, metal and electricity consumption involved. Socially slightly negative because of the heavy focus on commercial activities driven by big brands / chains and advertising.
Conclusion
The Potsdamer Platz was one of the largest redevelopments projects in Berlin after the city's and country's reunification. The outcome is a popular shopping and entertainment destination for residents and tourists alike with an array of modern buildings and international brands, but nothing iconic or even unique to Berlin.
Key positive
Comprehensive shopping and entertainment options
Some interesting modern buildings architectures
Key negative
The square has not retained any historical features
Suitability
No restrictions
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
May 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 25m
est. visit time:0h 45m
Monday10:00 - 20:00
Tuesday10:00 - 20:00
Wednesday10:00 - 20:00
Thursday10:00 - 20:00
Friday10:00 - 20:00
Saturday10:00 - 20:00
Sunday -