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St. Nikolaikirche
Schinkel's Architectural Gem in Potsdam's Heart
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St. Nikolaikirche at Potsdam's Old Market is a striking example of Neoclassical architecture. Designed by Karl Friedrich Schinkel and completed in 1837, its distinctive drum dome rises 77 meters above the city. This heritage monument dominates the skyline and the surrounding Havel landscape.
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The impressive drum dome was constructed between 1843 and 1850.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1900
- Architect
- Karl Friedrich Schinkel
- Architectural Style
- Neoclassical
- Height
- 77 m
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Denomination
- Protestant
- Opening Hours
- Mo-Su 10:00-19:00
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
- Website
- nikolaipotsdam.de
- Phone
- +49 331 2708602
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Part of These Trails
Churches of PotsdamStop 4 of 9
Heritage Sites in Potsdam — Walk IIStop 9 of 11
Classical Potsdam — Walk IIStop 1 of 10
Location
Nearby
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