Lessinghaus

The reconstructed townhouse features a commemorative plaque on its facade and stands as part of the medieval buildings behind Nikolaikirche at Nikolaikirchplatz 7.

Between 1752 and 1755, German playwright Gotthold Ephraim Lessing resided in the original building, where he formed connections with prominent intellectuals of his time.

The Anthea publishing house maintains its presence in Lessinghaus, continuing the literary legacy through new editions of Lessing's major works.

The building reopened in 1986 following extensive reconstruction work led by architect Günter Stahn, preserving its historical position in Berlin's medieval center.

From this location, Lessing established his friendship with Moses Mendelssohn, who became the first internationally recognized Jewish writer in German literature.

Location: Bezirk Mitte von Berlin

Part of: Bürgerhäuser hinter der Nikolaikirche

GPS coordinates: 52.51660,13.40800

Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:31