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Zukunftsbilder im Fluss. Wohin mit der Berliner Spreeinsel?
Date details
- Date Thursday, 11/June/2026 19:00 bis 21:00
- Venue Humboldt Forum
- Address Schloßplatz, 10178 Berlin-Mitte
Public transportation
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Train (S-Bahn)
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S Hackescher Markt
- S3
- S5
- S7
- S75
- S9
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S Hackescher Markt
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Underground
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U Museumsinsel
- U5
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U Rotes Rathaus
- U5
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U Hausvogteiplatz
- U2
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U Klosterstr.
- U2
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U Museumsinsel
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Bus
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Berliner Schloss
- 147
- 200
- N2
- U2
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U Museumsinsel
- 100
- N5
- 300
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Neumannsgasse
- 147
- 200
- N2
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U Rotes Rathaus
- 200
- N2
- N8
- N40
- N42
- N60
- N65
- U2
- 300
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Werderscher Markt
- 147
- 200
- N2
- U2
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Spandauer Str./Marienkirche
- N42
- 100
- 200
- N2
- N5
- N8
- N40
- N60
- N65
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Nikolaiviertel
- 200
- 248
- N2
- N42
- N8
- N40
- N60
- N65
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Fischerinsel
- 200
- 248
- N2
- N42
- 147
- U2
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Staatsoper
- 100
- N5
- 300
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Jüdenstr.
- 248
- 300
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S Hackescher Markt
- N42
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U Spittelmarkt
- 200
- N2
- U2
- 248
- N42
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S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Memhardstr.
- U2
- N2
- 100
- 200
- N5
- N8
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U Hausvogteiplatz
- 200
- N2
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U Unter den Linden
- 100
- N5
- 300
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Berliner Schloss
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Tram
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Spandauer Str./Marienkirche
- M5
- M4
- M6
- 50
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Am Kupfergraben
- 12
- M1
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S Hackescher Markt
- M5
- M4
- M6
- 50
- M1
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Georgenstr./Am Kupfergraben
- 12
- M1
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Universitätsstr.
- 12
- M1
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Monbijouplatz
- M5
- M1
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S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf/Gontardstr.
- M5
- M4
- M6
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Spandauer Str./Marienkirche
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Train
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S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf
- RE1
- RB23
- RE2
- FEX
- RE7
- ILA
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S+U Alexanderplatz Bhf
An Island in the Making. What to Do about Central Berlin?
Blick auf die Museumsinsel und die Baustelle auf dem Schlossplatz aus der Vogelperspektive – Luftaufnahme der Stadt mit dem Berliner Dom, Flüssen und modernen Gebäuden.
© euroluftbild.de / Robert Grahn
How do we, as an urban society, want to shape the heart of Berlin? What do we expect from the core of our city – and who should this place be for? Should the Spree Island primarily be a site of remembrance and representation, or should it offer space for a vibrant, diverse urban life? How can past, present, and future come together here?
These questions have been the subject of intense debate for decades. Twenty-five years ago, the International Expert Commission “Historische Stadtmitte Berlin” presented a widely discussed vision for the future of Berlin’s Spree Island. Although its recommendations were highly controversial, they have significantly shaped the development of this central site: the demolition of the Palace of the Republic and the reconstruction of the Berlin Palace as the Humboldt Forum have redefined Berlin’s city center.
On the occasion of the anniversary, the Humboldt Forum invites audiences to take a fresh look at the Spree Island. The focus is on the formative visions, conflicts, and hopes, as well as on current challenges. Finally, we ask about the future of the Spree Island and its surroundings, such as the Marx-Engels Forum and the site of the Bauakademie.
In a multifaceted dialogue, experts from urban development, architecture, politics, and civil society come together. On the panel, Franziska Eichstädt-Bohlig, former member of the International Expert Commission, Manfred Kühne, long‑standing head of the Department for Urban Development and Projects at Berlin’s Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing, and Leslie Quitzow from the Bundesstiftung Bauakademie take part in the discussion. The architectural historian and publicist Matthias Grünzig introduces the topic and moderates the panel.
- 8 EUR, reduced 4 EUR
- Please purchase your ticket in advance online or at the box office in the foyer.
- 14 years and older
- Language: German
- Hall 3, Ground Floor
- Part of: SITE SPECIFICS
These questions have been the subject of intense debate for decades. Twenty-five years ago, the International Expert Commission “Historische Stadtmitte Berlin” presented a widely discussed vision for the future of Berlin’s Spree Island. Although its recommendations were highly controversial, they have significantly shaped the development of this central site: the demolition of the Palace of the Republic and the reconstruction of the Berlin Palace as the Humboldt Forum have redefined Berlin’s city center.
On the occasion of the anniversary, the Humboldt Forum invites audiences to take a fresh look at the Spree Island. The focus is on the formative visions, conflicts, and hopes, as well as on current challenges. Finally, we ask about the future of the Spree Island and its surroundings, such as the Marx-Engels Forum and the site of the Bauakademie.
In a multifaceted dialogue, experts from urban development, architecture, politics, and civil society come together. On the panel, Franziska Eichstädt-Bohlig, former member of the International Expert Commission, Manfred Kühne, long‑standing head of the Department for Urban Development and Projects at Berlin’s Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing, and Leslie Quitzow from the Bundesstiftung Bauakademie take part in the discussion. The architectural historian and publicist Matthias Grünzig introduces the topic and moderates the panel.
- 8 EUR, reduced 4 EUR
- Please purchase your ticket in advance online or at the box office in the foyer.
- 14 years and older
- Language: German
- Hall 3, Ground Floor
- Part of: SITE SPECIFICS
Price: €8.00
Reduced price: €4.00
Reduced price: €4.00
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- Date:
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- Venue:
- Urania Berlin - Kleist-Saal
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- from €8.00
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- Date:
- Thursday, 11/June/2026 19:30
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- Urania Berlin - Kleist-Saal
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- An der Urania 17, 10787 Berlin-Schöneberg
- Price:
- from €8.00
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