Brandenburger Tor

Landmark Potsdam, Brandenburg, Germany

What to expect

The Brandenburger Tor in Potsdam is a historic gate that was built in 1770/71 by Carl von Gontard and Georg Christian Unger. It is one of the three preserved city gates of Potsdam and is located at the western end of the Brandenburger Straße. The gate is designed in the style of a Roman triumphal arch, with two differently designed sides. The city side was designed by Carl von Gontard, while the field side was designed by Georg Christian Unger. The gate is a popular tourist destination and offers a glimpse into the city's rich history. Visitors can walk through the gate and explore the surrounding area, which includes the Peter-und-Paul-Kirche and the Luisenplatz

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Potsdam (with children) without Sanssouci: Is a trip to the city worth it?

Potsdam (with children) without Sanssouci: Is a trip to the city worth it?
This family's experience:

Activities: We started our Potsdam excursion with a sunset at the Brandenburg Gate. The kids were confused because they thought it was in Berlin. It's a historic gate

Highlights: It was interesting to see a different version of the Brandenburg Gate. The kids learned that Potsdam has its own version of the landmark ✨