Gottfried-Keller-Gymnasium

The Gottfried-Keller-Gymnasium is a secondary school and architectural monument located on Mierendorff Island, surrounded by the Spree River and Westhafenkanal in Charlottenburg. The facility includes several gymnasiums, sports fields, and a cafeteria serving the school community.

Architect Hans Winterstein designed the school building in 1914, and the institution opened in 1919 as a Realschule. The facility later developed into a full gymnasium and continues to shape the district's educational landscape.

The school is named after Swiss writer Gottfried Keller and plays a role in the district through its multilingual education approach. Visitors notice how the facility brings together students from around the world and reflects Berlin's cosmopolitan character.

The school is easily accessible via the U-Bahn line U7 at Mierendorffplatz station. The island location means visitors must cross bridges or walkways to reach the grounds.

The school specializes in sports education with focus on handball, basketball, and soccer, and transitioned in 2010 to its current full-day gymnasium format. This focus on athletic training sets it apart as a special option for students interested in sports in the district.

Location: Berlin

Inception: 1919

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Address: Olbersstraße 38

Phone: +4930902927310

Website: http://gks-berlin.de

GPS coordinates: 52.52888,13.30220

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45