Renovation and conversion of Kleistpark in Schöneberg delayed until 2024
The Kings' Colonnades and the Evolution of Heinrich von Kleist Park
Heinrich von Kleist Park in Berlin-Schöneberg, a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city, has a rich history that spans over two centuries.
The park's centrepiece, the Kings' Colonnades, were initially constructed from 1777 to 1780 by Carl von Gontard and finally implemented by Georg Friedrich Boumann. Originally, these grand colonnades served as the entrance gates of the city of Berlin, leading from the eastern Königsvorstadt towards the city palace. However, in 1911, due to the construction of the Wertheim department store, the original Kings' Colonnades were demolished and rebuilt at their present location on the east side of the park.
Prior to their relocation, the Kings' Colonnades stood near Alexanderplatz. The park itself, before it was part of Berlin, had a green space that was later used as a botanical garden from 1801. Interestingly, the Berlin Kammergericht, the building that now dominates the park, was originally located on Lindenstraße but was later built from 1909 to 1913 on the Elßholzstraße, the former site of the botanical garden.
Today, the park area is accessible to the public and was laid out in its present form in 1945. The Berlin Kammergericht, constructed in North German Baroque style, consists of sandstone and basalt lava. The park is dominated by the historical Kings' Colonnades on Potsdamer Street and the court building erected in the Neobaroque style until 1913.
Recent plans for the modernization of the historic Heinrich-von-Kleist-Park, originally scheduled for September 2022, have been postponed to 2024 and 2025. The reasons for the delay are not explicitly stated, but similar restoration projects in Berlin have experienced delays and extended timelines, possibly due to funding shortages and complex restoration requirements.
From 2025, the Heinrich von Kleist Park will be renewed and presented in a modern way. The exact details of the renovation are yet to be announced, but one thing is certain: the park will continue to be a cherished part of Berlin's history and a beloved green space for its residents and visitors.
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