German Chancellery in Berlin

The Chancellery is the government building of the German federal chancellor in Berlin's government quarter along the Spree River bend. Its eight floors are distributed across a central white cube framed by two curved side wings with large glass facades.

Construction began in 1997 after an architecture competition won by Axel Schultes and Charlotte Frank. The building was inaugurated in 2001 following the federal government's relocation from Bonn to Berlin.

The building hosts regular receptions and events where international heads of state are welcomed. During tours, visitors can see the rooms where political decisions are made and negotiations take place.

Tours are available only by advance booking and cover the cabinet rooms and some conference spaces. The building sits directly on the Spree riverbank and can be reached on foot from the main railway station.

The sculpture by Eduardo Chillida in the courtyard weighs 60 tons and is made of solid iron. It was created specifically for this location and stands in dialogue with the modern architecture of the building.

Location: Bezirk Mitte von Berlin

Location: Berlin

Inception: 2001

Architects: Axel Schultes, Charlotte Frank

Official opening: 2001

Architectural style: postmodern architecture

Floors above the ground: 8

Height: 36 m

Part of: Federal Ribbon

GPS coordinates: 52.52000,13.36940

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:40