Rathaus Wilmersdorf

Rathaus Wilmersdorf is a Neoclassical administrative building in the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district that features symmetrical forms, grand columns, and a distinctive keyhole-shaped floor plan with a rounded courtyard between its wings. The structure stands at Fehrbelliner Platz 4 and now serves cultural and community functions.

The building was constructed between 1941 and 1943 by architect Helmut Remmelmann to replace two predecessors destroyed during World War II. From 1945 to 1953 it served as headquarters for British military administration during the post-war period.

The building features ornamental mosaics created in 1958 that depict former East German states, showing how the place marks its recent past. These artworks remain visible to visitors and tell a story about divided Germany.

The building is conveniently located at Fehrbelliner Platz and easily accessible by public transport. Administrative operations ended in 2014 due to high maintenance costs, though the site remains open for cultural events and visits.

Between 1945 and 1953 the building was known as Lancaster House and served as British military headquarters. This dual role as both town hall and occupation center reflects a lesser known chapter in Berlin's post-war transformation.

Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 52.48969,13.31347

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:02