Andachtsraum des Bundestages

The meditation room features a sandblasted granite altar, wooden chairs arranged in four rows, and seven wooden panels decorated with nails and stones.

The room maintains the tradition of parliamentary prayer sessions that began in 1949 when Konrad Adenauer initiated prayers accompanied by Cologne Cathedral bells.

The space incorporates religious elements including an east-facing step for prayer direction and storage for ritual objects from different faiths in the entrance area.

Members of Parliament gather for Christian morning services every Thursday at 8:40 AM during parliamentary sessions, led alternately by Protestant and Catholic theologians.

The wooden panels lean against walls without permanent attachment, reflecting the concept of impermanence through materials like nails, sand, stones, and ash.

Location: Berlin

Location: Mitte

GPS coordinates: 52.51860,13.37610

Latest update: March 5, 2025 19:01