Rathaus- and Marx-Engels-Forum

In the heart of Berlin's historic center, politics, civic engagement and the city's eventful history meet the diverse needs and interests of residents and tourists. The 7.2 hectare area of the Rathaus- and Marx-Engels-Forum is characterized by historical testimonies from various eras, such as St. Mary's Church, the Neptune Fountain and the Marx-Engels Monument. Located between the Rotes Rathaus, Karl-Liebknecht-Straße, Nikolaiviertel, Spreeufer and the television tower, the old founding core of Berlin is one of the capital's most important urban open spaces.

The open space between the television tower and the Spree is being redesigned on the basis of an international open space planning competition and many years of public participation. With the further development, this touristically significant location in the historic center of Berlin between the television tower and the Spree will undergo a climate-resilient redesign and upgrade with great design and functional quality.

The listed areas of the Rathausforum and the Marx-Engels-Forum will in future be connected to form a continuous ribbon of open space that runs from Alexanderplatz to the Spree. Central areas will be unsealed and green spaces will be created that can be used in a variety of ways, which will also be attractive places to spend time and improve the microclimate. The aim is to respectfully consider the numerous visible and hidden historical references and at the same time transform the site into a sustainable urban open space that combines a high quality of stay, sustainability and culture.

Grün Berlin, represented by the Berlin Senate Department for Mobility, Transport, Climate Protection and the Environment, is responsible for the client function and overall project management.