Gendarmenmarkt
Gendarmenmarkt
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This picturesque town square is surrounded by several historic structures.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighborhood: Mitte (Borough)
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- Hausvogteiplatz • 3 min walk
- Stadtmitte • 4 min walk
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- DKTippsLondon, United Kingdom18 contributionsCovered market with entrance feeOne of the prettier Christmas markets in Berlin with a more classical restrained style rather than the usual bright colourful lights. There's a moderate entry fee of €2 and then you have access to covered shops/restaurants, a stage with a variety of performances and the roam in street performers. There's a schedule for the performances so it's best to check that and come at the right time.Visited December 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 19, 2023
- calmac259100Perth, United Kingdom231 contributionsFavourite Christmas MarketFavourite Christmas market- in Bebelplatz due to restoration work. 2 euros entry- lovely shops; food and drink with entertainment on during the day on the stage. If you only go to one market, can't go wrong with this one. Easy access in the MitteVisited December 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 22, 2023
- No BS Reviews UKLincoln, United Kingdom48 contributionsMAINLY FOOD AND DRINK but a good time!A very good Christmas market. You do have to pay to get in but the charge is €2, be aware there are craft stalls selling little nick nacks and Christmas decorations but as per most markets in Berlin. This market is 75% FOOD AND DRINK, however it had some of the best food stands and pop up restaurants where you can actually sit inside and drink and eat. So if the weather is a bit wet like it was when we arrived it makes for a nicer experience. Food was a bit pricy but that’s to be expected at a market. Very good quality fast and hot. Good beer also. Didn’t buy any decorations or anything as was all very commercial and VERY expensive expensive for what they were. But don’t let that put you off! Follow for more no BS reviewsVisited December 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten December 24, 2023
- Katie PNorth Wales, United Kingdom784 contributionsGerman sausages & beerWe had a walk around after paying our €2 enterance fee, and settled at one of the bars for drinks before getting a vegan sausage, cabbage, dumplings and sauce bowl (so tasty!) and a bratwurst! Fun spot to people watch, enjoy some traditional live music, and soak in the atmosphere.Visited January 2024Traveled with friendsWritten January 13, 2024
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The Swiss Nomad
Lugano, Switzerland3,510 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We visited the Christmas market on this square two days before NYE while visiting Berlin.
There was an entry fee of 1eur to get access to the fenced market, and inside there were shops and stalls selling food and handcrafted goods.
We had a gluehwine and a sausage; both decent, not spectacular and clearly pricier than in other shops outside.
I dislike being in crowds so we quickly left, as the market was quite crowded and noisy.
All in all interesting but that's it, not a must-do in my opinion.
There was an entry fee of 1eur to get access to the fenced market, and inside there were shops and stalls selling food and handcrafted goods.
We had a gluehwine and a sausage; both decent, not spectacular and clearly pricier than in other shops outside.
I dislike being in crowds so we quickly left, as the market was quite crowded and noisy.
All in all interesting but that's it, not a must-do in my opinion.
Written January 8, 2020
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Katie P
North Wales, UK784 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
We had a walk around after paying our €2 enterance fee, and settled at one of the bars for drinks before getting a vegan sausage, cabbage, dumplings and sauce bowl (so tasty!) and a bratwurst! Fun spot to people watch, enjoy some traditional live music, and soak in the atmosphere.
Written January 13, 2024
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No BS Reviews UK
Lincoln, UK48 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
A very good Christmas market. You do have to pay to get in but the charge is €2, be aware there are craft stalls selling little nick nacks and Christmas decorations but as per most markets in Berlin. This market is 75% FOOD AND DRINK, however it had some of the best food stands and pop up restaurants where you can actually sit inside and drink and eat. So if the weather is a bit wet like it was when we arrived it makes for a nicer experience.
Food was a bit pricy but that’s to be expected at a market. Very good quality fast and hot. Good beer also. Didn’t buy any decorations or anything as was all very commercial and VERY expensive expensive for what they were. But don’t let that put you off!
Follow for more no BS reviews
Food was a bit pricy but that’s to be expected at a market. Very good quality fast and hot. Good beer also. Didn’t buy any decorations or anything as was all very commercial and VERY expensive expensive for what they were. But don’t let that put you off!
Follow for more no BS reviews
Written December 24, 2023
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Rae
Los Angeles, CA26 contributions
Dec 2019
I had the great opportunity to visit this market 4 times during my trip to Berlin. Instead of checking out the EDM or the club scene in Berlin, I made the Christmas Market my nightly activity. Unlimited Mulled Wine plus broadway quality music, what more can you ask for? It is a 1€ entry fee to get in. There is live music, over 50 indoor and outdoor restaurants, and stores. They have a few indoor restaurants to choose from plus many shops as well. You can a variety of alcoholic beverages. The mulled wine is fabulous. This is a must-see destination during your Christmas trip to Berlin.
Written January 15, 2020
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DKTipps
London, UK18 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
One of the prettier Christmas markets in Berlin with a more classical restrained style rather than the usual bright colourful lights. There's a moderate entry fee of €2 and then you have access to covered shops/restaurants, a stage with a variety of performances and the roam in street performers. There's a schedule for the performances so it's best to check that and come at the right time.
Written December 20, 2023
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Mikael F
Helsinki, Finland31,139 contributions
Jul 2021
The square was built at the end of the 17th century. It is one of the most beautiful squares in Berlin.
The three monumental buildings Deutscher Dom, Konzerthaus, and Französischer Dom beautifully frame the square.
The square is also known for its Christmas market. The decorated wooden booths offer traditional handicraft items and delicious Christmas specialties.
The three monumental buildings Deutscher Dom, Konzerthaus, and Französischer Dom beautifully frame the square.
The square is also known for its Christmas market. The decorated wooden booths offer traditional handicraft items and delicious Christmas specialties.
Written August 3, 2021
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marycoons
Hanover, MN269 contributions
Jun 2022
The concert hall was closed because they were rehearsing for a concert the next day. The government building next to it that had 5 floors of information on Parliament history had nothing in English. The Huegenot Museum in the church next to the concert hall could have been fantastic if it had more in English.
Written June 24, 2022
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germanwithoutsandals
germany92 contributions
Aug 2022
This square is a caricature of Hohenzollern aspiration. Everything is too big. Two large, identical, symmetrical churches - what for? Surely to show Paris and London that a provincial place right in the middle of the Brandenburg sandbox could do oversize, too?
Sit down and ponder hubris in her cradle.
Bring food and drinks from somewhere far away that's not a tourist trap, though.
Sit down and ponder hubris in her cradle.
Bring food and drinks from somewhere far away that's not a tourist trap, though.
Written August 13, 2022
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BrakiWorldTraveler
Belgrade, Serbia19,455 contributions
Feb 2020
Due to its turbulent history and mostly to heavy bombing and street fighting at the end of the WWII, Berlin cannot proud itself with many nice squares like other European metropolis.
The Gendarmenmarkt is surely the most beautiful one. It was also heavily damaged, but restored in the post war era.
Gendarmenmarkt consists of two "Cathedrals" standing one across the other - French on the north side and the German one opposite it on the southern side. In between them stands a gorgeous classic style Concert house.
The "Cathedrals" date back to early 18 c. and first to built was the French one for their protestants (Hugenots) and few years later the German, also a protestant Church. The domes were added later, and hence the Cathedral name, although they never were a bishop's seat.
I don't know if they're regularly open. This was my third time in Berlin, and I've never managed to enter them, only saw very few interior pics online.
However, taking a break here is very rewarding while sightseeing German capital, as the sq is in the very center and really beautiful.
The Gendarmenmarkt is surely the most beautiful one. It was also heavily damaged, but restored in the post war era.
Gendarmenmarkt consists of two "Cathedrals" standing one across the other - French on the north side and the German one opposite it on the southern side. In between them stands a gorgeous classic style Concert house.
The "Cathedrals" date back to early 18 c. and first to built was the French one for their protestants (Hugenots) and few years later the German, also a protestant Church. The domes were added later, and hence the Cathedral name, although they never were a bishop's seat.
I don't know if they're regularly open. This was my third time in Berlin, and I've never managed to enter them, only saw very few interior pics online.
However, taking a break here is very rewarding while sightseeing German capital, as the sq is in the very center and really beautiful.
Written April 2, 2020
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Bridgett C
21 contributions
Dec 2019
We went here for New Year’s in Berlin on a recommendation from our VRBO host and were not disappointed! It was like an upscale German Christmas market, with a cool indoor-like spaces for some merchants and restaurants. It would have been great to have a sit down meal at one of the restaurants but we didn’t know that you needed to make reservations beforehand (or see how to make them on the Gendarmenmarkt website). Regardless, we ate and drank well at the stands throughout the market and LOVED the fireworks show at midnight - truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Written January 2, 2020
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Hello, can someone please advise whether it is preferable to take cash or card for purchasing goods at the market? It would probably be for smaller purchases (eg food/drink, souvenirs)
Written November 1, 2019
Hi, I am looking at Gendarmenmarkt for the new years eve as the christmas market is open. We are a family with two daughters aged 11 & 14 years who love lively places. We haven't been to Germany before so wanted to get peoples advice on if this is a good idea? We want to be out on new years eve for the duration and (mum & dad) would like a beer. Would look to stay in a hotel nearby for a couple of nights.
Written September 10, 2019
Hilton - Westin … wherever. Surroundings offer plenty of good places to stay. No risks to be disappointed.
Written September 11, 2019
Where are bathrooms? Are any free? How much do some cost?
Written January 19, 2019
There is a bathroom inside the Governmental history building. It is free, and I don't remember there being a fee for the museum.
Written January 19, 2019
Is it going to be open on the 31st? And if it is, are there any fireworks?
Written December 24, 2018
Im sorry. I realy don't know the answer to this. :(
Written January 5, 2019
When it opens and closes? Can i buy some souvenirs there? How about the prices is that fair? What kind of markets are there?
Written December 19, 2018
Opens at 11am and closes at 10pm. It’s not huge but there is a big range of lots of crafty stuff and handmade bits also don’t forget to pick up a gluhwein mug as a souvenir. The covered stores are the best for quality but the prices do reflect that. It’s reasonable at most stores, majority are food and drink but there are plenty of gift and craft stalls. Also it’s a one euro charge to enter after 2pm I think but it might be 4pm. Also better in the evening as there is live music and choirs. Enjoy
Written December 19, 2018
When it opens and closes? Can i buy some souvenirs there? How about the prices is that fair? What kind of markets are there?
Written December 19, 2018
As answer below open until 22.00. Opened on 26/11 and closes early in New Year, not sure of date.
Probably the most upmarket of the Berlin Christmas markets and has some very good and arts crafts stalls some of which are quite expensive. A good mix of other stalls and good choice of food and drink and an entertainment stage.
Written December 21, 2018
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