Federal Chancellery

Federal Chancellery

Guide On June 20, 1991, reunified Germany once again chose Berlin as its capital. Subsequently, a design competition was held for the government buildings in the Spreebogen area. Berlin architects Axel Schultes and Charlotte Frank won the bid with their "Federal Band" design. The "Federal Band" stretches across the Spree River, linking East and West Berlin. The Federal Chancellery, as part of the "Federal Band," consists of a central nine-story main building flanked by two lower wings that extend to either side. The 18-meter-high semicircular structure at the top of the main building is its most distinctive feature. Highlights The Federal Chancellery’s glass façade gives the building a transparent and spacious feel, while 12-meter-high stone columns provide structural clarity and create a visual dialogue between the interior and exterior. The wings of the Federal Chancellery house office spaces, while the main building’s entrance hall is vast and grand, used for receiving distinguished guests. Through the transparent glass on the Chancellor’s meeting floor or from the balcony, one can enjoy beautiful views of the Tiergarten park. The VIP courtyard, used for receiving state guests, is decorated with a massive iron sculpture titled "Berlin" by Spanish artist Eduardo Chillida. Introduction The Federal Chancellery is located on Willy-Brandt-Straße, Berlin (Tiergarten), and is one of the most prominent buildings in the newly constructed government district. This white building is part of the "Federal Band," which connects new structures and echoes the historic Reichstag building. Transportation S-Bahn: S3, S5, S7, S9, S75 to Lehrter Stadtbahnhof; Buses: Routes 245, 248, 340

Germany, Berlin