Bahnhofstraße, Shopping street in central Mitte, Germany
Bahnhofstraße runs from Kröpcke Plaza to the central train station and contains numerous shops, department stores, and international fashion brands along its length. The street functions as a wide pedestrian area where people move easily from store to store.
The street was created in 1843 to connect Ernst August City with the newly built railway station and modernize the urban layout. In 1968 it became a pedestrian zone, marking a major shift in how the city center was designed for foot traffic.
The Niki-de-Saint-Phalle Promenade below street level displays modern artworks that blend into daily foot traffic and shopping routines. Visitors encounter these installations naturally while moving through the underground section, making art part of the ordinary rhythm of the place.
Most shops are normally open from morning until evening, with larger stores concentrated near Kröpcke. A visit on a weekday outside peak hours offers a more relaxed shopping experience than on weekends.
An underground shopping level runs parallel to the street and creates a two-level retail experience with natural light filtering through glass ceiling panels. This hidden system allows visitors to shop during bad weather while still enjoying sunlight.
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