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Welcome to the viewing platform in Berlin's historic Französischer Dom - right on the famous Gendarmenmarkt!
Experience the capital from a whole new perspective: at a height of 40 meters, a breathtaking panorama of Berlin awaits you that is second to none. From our 360° viewing platform, you can see the city's most beautiful sights – from the Brandenburger Tor to the Fernsehturm to the Reichstag. The Französischer Dom in Berlin on Gendarmenmarkt is not only one of the city's most impressive Baroque buildings, but also the perfect starting point for your discovery of Berlin. In addition to the spectacular view, you can visit the fascinating Huguenot Museum, the unique carillon chimes, and a charming restaurant. Whether you are a tourist, a Berliner, or attending a special event, the Gendarmenmarkt viewing platform offers you unforgettable
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VIEWING PLATFORM – 360° panoramic view over Berlin
The viewing platform in the Französischer Dom on Gendarmenmarkt offers a spectacular panorama of Berlin. After climbing 284 steps to a height of 40 meters, you can enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view over the historic center of Berlin – perfect for unforgettable photos.
From the Berlin panorama platform, you can see all the major sights: the Brandenburger Tor, the Fernsehturm, the Reichstag, Museum Island, and the Gendarmenmarkt with the German Cathedral and Konzerthaus right at your feet. The view from the Französischer Dom is particularly impressive in the late afternoon, when golden light illuminates the historic buildings of Berlin Mitte.
Our multimedia guide on the viewing platform explains the most important sights with historical images, anecdotes, and film clips – Berlin city stories while you enjoy the unique city panorama.
The 360-degree platform at the Französischer Dom is open daily. Treat yourself to a glass of Crémant on the platform as the perfect finishing touch. Tickets are available online or at the ticket office. Accessible from the Stadtmitte underground station (U2, U6) – one of the most popular tourist attractions in Berlin Mitte.
RESTAURANT HUGO & NOTTE – French cuisine at Gendarmenmarkt
After visiting the viewing platform in the Französischer Dom, the Hugo & Notte restaurant at Gendarmenmarkt invites you to take a break. The French-inspired restaurant combines the gastronomic tradition of the Huguenots with modern Berlin flair – right in the heart of Berlin Mitte.
The menu offers something for every taste: from coffee and homemade cakes to light snacks and full meals. The French-influenced cuisine reflects the historical connection between the Französischer Dom Berlin and the Huguenot community.
Hugo & Notte is perfect for a break during your sightseeing tour. Its central location on Gendarmenmarkt makes the restaurant an ideal starting point: Brandenburg Gate, Friedrichstraße, and Museum Island are all within walking distance.
Tip: Combine your visit to the platform with a glass of Crémant! Purchase the “Crémant 2 go” ticket at the cathedral ticket office and enjoy the French way of life with the most beautiful panorama of Berlin. The restaurant is open Thursday through Sunday.
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HUGENOTTENMUSEUM – Experience history at Gendarmenmarkt
The Huguenot Museum Berlin in the Französischer Dom at Gendarmenmarkt tells one of the most significant migration stories in Europe. Since 1935, the museum has documented the history of French religious refugees in the 17th century – a fascinating insight into the history of the Huguenots in Berlin.
The focus is on the Edict of Potsdam of 1685: the Great Elector granted refuge to 20,000 French Protestants. Around 1700, one in five Berliners was of French origin! The Huguenot Museum at Gendarmenmarkt displays original documents, paintings, and manuscripts.
The exhibition in the Französischer Dom Berlin documents the flight and social rise of the Huguenots. Learn how they shaped Berlin Mitte in science, art, crafts, and business—still visible today in the textile industry, education, and French cuisine. Open Tuesday through Sunday—one of the most important historical sights in Berlin Mitte.
Carillon in the French Cathedral
The carillon in Berlin's Französischer Dom is one of the most impressive carillons in the capital. With 60 bronze bells, it is the second largest carillon in Berlin and a musical landmark on Gendarmenmarkt. The term “carillon” comes from French and means “tower chimes” – an instrument that can be played manually via a keyboard or automatically.
Inside the Französischer Dom in Berlin Mitte, you can admire the intricate mechanics and imposing bells up close. The carillon at Gendarmenmarkt plays daily at fixed times.
Installed in 1987 to mark Berlin's 750th anniversary, the Gendarmenmarkt viewing platform offers the opportunity to experience the carillon and hear the bells ringing over the city.
FRANZÖSISCHE FRIEDRICHSTADTKIRCHE – Church services & concerts
The Französische Friedrichstadtkirche on Gendarmenmarkt is the spiritual heart of the French community in Berlin. Built between 1701 and 1705 for Huguenot refugees, it is one of the most important Protestant churches in Berlin Mitte – today home to the “Französische Kirche zu Berlin” .
The church on Gendarmenmarkt impresses with its architecture and cultural program. On Sundays, church services are held in German and French – a living testimony to the French-German tradition in Berlin.
Regular concerts attract music lovers to Gendarmenmarkt Berlin. The restored Steinway grand piano from 1963 offers excellent sound quality for unforgettable concert moments.
Rebuilt between 1981 and 1983 after being destroyed in the war, the Huguenot Church in Berlin combines historical heritage with modern community life. Service times and visiting hours can be found on the community's website.
Steinway for concerts
The Steinway & Sons KM182 was built in 1963 at the Steinway factory in Hamburg. Klangmanufaktur Hamburg purchased the grand piano privately from Flensburg, where it had been used for many years by a piano teacher. The instrument was completely overhauled in the workshop in Hamburg and restored to a high, concert-ready standard. Since then, the instrument has been owned by a private investor and is now located in the Französischer Dom am Gendarmenmarkt in Berlin.
There, it is made available for events and is part of the understanding of sustainable resource conservation. In addition to the preservation and careful restoration of particularly material-intensive components of the original structure, such as the soundboard, the case, and the cast iron plate, old, worn parts are replaced. The focus in the selection of materials is on high quality, long service life, and ecological sustainability. For example, harmful lead is not used, and CKM key weights, a high-quality alternative made of brass, are used instead. In addition, instead of the plastic-based piano lacquer commonly used in the industry, a more environmentally friendly wood preservative such as hard oil is used.
SIGHTS IN BERLIN – Discover the capital
The Französischer Dom on Gendarmenmarkt is just the starting point for your tour of discovery through Berlin. As a guest in the capital, you can expect a wealth of fascinating sights in Berlin Mitte, all of which are easily accessible on foot or by public transport.
Landmarks in the immediate vicinity:
Some of Berlin's most famous sights are just a few minutes' walk from Gendarmenmarkt: the Brandenburger Tor, symbol of German unity, is only a 15-minute walk away. The magnificent Friedrichstraße with its exclusive shops, theaters, and restaurants is just around the corner. The Konzerthaus Berlin on Gendarmenmarkt itself impresses with its classicist architecture by Karl Friedrich Schinkel and its high-caliber concert program.
Berlin's Museum Insel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with five world-famous museums, is only a 10-minute walk from the Französischer Dom. Marvel at the bust of Nefertiti in the Neues Museum or explore the imposing Berliner Dom directly on the Spree. The Reichstag with its impressive glass dome and the modern government district are also easily accessible.
Other highlights in Berlin Mitte:
The legendary Alexanderplatz with its iconic Fernsehturm – Berlin's tallest building – offers spectacular views across the entire city. The historic Nikolaiviertel district with its narrow streets is perfect for strolling around and shows Berlin as it once was. Checkpoint Charlie, the famous border crossing between East and West, tells moving stories of German division.
Plan your visit to Berlin strategically: from Gendarmenmarkt, you can easily combine the capital's most important sights in day trips. The central location of the Französischer Dom makes it the perfect starting point for exploring Berlin. Use the Stadtmitte (U2, U6) or Französische Straße (U6) subway stations for further excursions.
Insider tip: Combine your visit to the 360° viewing platform at Gendarmenmarkt with a boat tour on the Spree or a guided tour of Berlin Mitte – this way you can experience the capital from different perspectives!