Stadtbad Mitte

Stadtbad Mitte is a four-story swimming facility in the Oranienburger Vorstadt designed in the New Objectivity style with clear, functional lines. The facades are made of clinker brick, stone details, and ceramic, while the interior features milk glass panels and brass fixtures that organize the bathing areas.

The facility opened in 1930 following designs by Carlo Jelkmann and Heinrich Tessenow and housed Europe's first public 50-meter pool. This swimming bath demonstrated Berlin's commitment to modern infrastructure during the Weimar Republic era.

The facility was built as a meeting place for the public and continues to serve residents as a gathering spot for people from across the city. You can observe daily life at the basins and hallways, where visitors of all ages use the water together.

Access is convenient using public transportation and the facility is regularly open for visitors throughout the day. There are ample changing rooms and showers, allowing you to prepare comfortably before and after your visit.

The original brass fixtures and white milk glass lamps in the entrance hall date from the 1930s and reveal how carefully every detail was designed. These elements are rarely found elsewhere because many buildings from that era were later renovated or altered.

Location: Bezirk Mitte von Berlin

Inception: 1930

Architects: Heinrich Tessenow, Carlo Jelkmann

Architectural style: New Objectivity

Floors above the ground: 4

Made from material: clinker brick, dimension stone, ceramic, milk glass, brass

Part of: Berliner Bäder-Betriebe

Website: https://berlinerbaeder.de/baeder/detail/stadtbad-mitte-james-simon

GPS coordinates: 52.52954,13.39315

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45