
Kapelle der Versöhnung
Modern design atop historic foundations
Did you know?
The Chapel of Reconciliation is built on the foundations of the Reconciliation Church, which was demolished in 1985 and once stood in the middle of the Berlin Wall's death strip.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1999
- Denomination
- Protestant
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
Imagine standing at a spot where one of the most dramatic stories of the Berlin Wall unfolds. Around you are the silent remnants of the Church of Reconciliation that once defined this area. Look up, the wooden structure of the chapel seems to reach into the sky. Did you know that the border between East and West ran right through here? The origins of this chapel go back to the 19th century, witnessing war, division, and finally reunification. Behind you, towards the Berlin Wall Memorial, you can almost feel the history of a divided city. It's a place of remembrance and peace, inviting you to pause and reflect.
Location
Nearby

Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer

Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer (Dokumentationszentrum)

Pappelplatz

St. Elisabeth-Kirche

Ernst-Reuter

Kauernde, sich aufrichtend

ChristusKirche Berlin-Mitte
