Called “Hohler Zahn” (hollow tooth), by the Berliners, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church is the main attraction on the Kurfürstendamm. Remaining is only the tower ruin. It was refurbished multiple times and is now a memorial against war and destruction.
History Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
The church was built between 1891 and 1895, arranged by Wilhelm II. He wanted to create a religious memorial for his grandfather Wilhelm I. He erected numerous towers. It was the tallest in town, with 113 meters. The interior was decorated with amazing murals and mosaics. Unfortunately, it was nearly destroyed by the 2nd World War. The winner of the public competition for the rebuilding of the church was won by the architect Egon Eiermann. However, he wanted to tear the church down, which was not welcomed by the Berlin citizens, so a compromise was settled. The central tower (68 m) could stay, and an additional four constructions were added. Including the hexagonal bell tower, the octagonal church ship, the square chapel, and the foyer.
The construction period took four years; December 17, 1961, the church was inaugurated. Quickly the Berliners came up with new nicknames: “Lipstick and powder box.”
Within the last few years, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church was refurbished immensely. Thus no more rain water can get through the roof.
The church is incredibly beautiful on the inside, and we recommend you to not miss out on this fantastic sightseeing. It offers a complete silent atmosphere to escape your daily routine. Furthermore, the Kurfürstendamm invites to go shopping, to stroll, or to visit the zoo right around the corner!
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Address: Breitscheidplatz, 10789 Berlin
Connections: U Bahnhof Kurfürstendamm, Zoologischer Garten
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