Oberbaum Bridge
Monument · Friedrichshain, Berlin

Oberbaum Bridge

Photo: Sarah Jane at Flickr · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The Oberbaum Bridge features twin red-brick towers and a double-deck design for road and U-Bahn traffic. It served as a border crossing during the Cold War. Visitors should note the detailed brickwork and views along the river.

On day 2 of Berlin: History & Nightlife

Good to know

Tickets
Free to cross
Time needed
20 to 40 minutes
Best time
Sunset for river views
Getting there
U-Bahn to Schlesisches Tor station

Itineraries with Oberbaum Bridge

Day 2 of Berlin: History & Nightlife

East Side Gallery and Berghain

How Oberbaum Bridge fits into a day.
  1. 9:00East Side GalleryEast Side Gallery
  2. 10:30Oberbaum BridgeOberbaumbrücke
  3. 11:30RAW-GeländeRAW-Gelände
  4. 23:00BerghainBerghain
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Oberbaum Bridge questions

Can you walk across the Oberbaum Bridge?

Yes. Pedestrians and cyclists use the lower level freely.

What is the history of the Oberbaum Bridge?

Built in 1896, it marked the border between East and West Berlin until 1989.

Are there guided tours of the Oberbaum Bridge?

No regular tours exist. Self-guided visits work well due to its open access.

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