Prenzlauer Berg Fire Station

Located on Oderberger Street in Berlin, the Prenzlauer Berg Fire Station stands as Germany's oldest professional fire brigade still operating in continuous service.

The station opened in November 1883 as part of Berlin's response to strengthen firefighting capabilities following the destruction of an Opera House on Unter den Linden.

The building represents the architectural style of late 19th century municipal structures and maintains its original hand-operated gates for fire truck access.

The fire station responds to approximately one thousand emergency calls monthly, serving the local community with modern firefighting equipment and trained personnel.

During Berlin's division, the station operated near the Berlin Wall, which turned Oderberger Street into a dead end until German reunification in 1989.

Location: Berlin

GPS coordinates: 52.54001,13.40679

Latest update: September 25, 2025 17:23