Berliner Innenstadt in Mitte, Germany — Northeast German Plain (The European Plain)
Nikolaikirche
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St. Nicholas Church
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
1. Nikolaikirche / St. Nicholas Church Marker
Nikolaikirche - Ältestes Bauwerk Berlins und Zeugnis der Stadtgründung
um 1230 - Als spätromanische Basilika errichtet davon ist der Feldsteinunterbau des Turmes erhalten
1379 - Gotischer Chor im Bau im 15. Jahrhundert wird die Hallenkirche fertiggestellt
1876–1878 - Restaurierung mit Erhöhung des Turmbaues und Gestaltung mit zwei Helmspitzen
1945 - Zerstörung durch angloamerikanische Bomber
1981–1987 - Wiederaufbau auf Beschluss des Ministerrates der DDR
1809 - Tagte hier die erste Berliner Stadtverordnetenversammlung
St. Nicholas Church is the oldest building in Berlin and bears witness to the founding of the city. Around 1230, it was built as a late Romanesque basilica; the fieldstone foundation of the tower has been preserved. In 1379, the Gothic choir was under construction, and in the 15th century the hall church was completed. From 1876 to 1878, the church was restored, the tower structure was raised, and two spires were added. In 1945, it was destroyed by Anglo-American bombers. From 1981 to 1987, it was rebuilt by decision of the Council of Ministers of the GDR.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1230.
Location. 52° 31.009′ N, 13° 24.42′ E. Marker is in Berlin, in Mitte. It is in Berliner Innenstadt. It is at the intersection of Propststraße and Poststraße, on the right when traveling east on Propststraße. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Propststraße 42, Berlin 10178, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Holy Roman Empire, the former East Germany, and at the Berlin Wall.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Nikolaikirche / St. Nicholas Church (here, next to this marker); Berlins Hauptstadt / Berlin’s Capital (within shouting distance of this marker); Carl Hildebrand von Canstein (within shouting distance of this marker); Zille, Heinrich
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
2. Nikolaikirche / St. Nicholas Church Marker
The marker is left marker of the two marker on the exterior church wall.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
3. Nikolaikirche / St. Nicholas Church Marker
The southern view of the St. Nicholas Church.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 7, 2026
4. Nikolaikirche / St. Nicholas Church Marker
The markers are located at the base of the front of the church.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 10, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 22 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 10, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
