Bellevue Palace, Germany Palace

Address: Schloss Bellevue (Bellevue Palace), Spreeweg 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany

Website: https://www.bundespraesident.de

Hours: Tours and visits by prior arrangement (apply in advance)

Admission: Free to view from outside; guided tours of Schloss Bellevue are free but only by prior appointment with the Presidential Office

Bellevue Palace (Schloss Bellevue) is a neoclassical palace in Berlin that serves as the official residence of the Federal President of Germany. The building stands on the north bank of the River Spree within the Tiergarten district and is used for state receptions and official events.

Originally built in the late 18th century for Prussian royalty, the palace has a long architectural history and was heavily damaged during World War II before being restored. Today it functions as both a ceremonial venue and the president’s official domicile for formal occasions.

Public access is limited, but the palace is visible from surrounding parkland and riverside promenades; special open days and guided visits are occasionally organised by the presidential office.

Schloss Bellevue lies in central Berlin’s Tiergarten area, on the banks of the Spree and surrounded by parkland, with the governmental quarter and other national institutions nearby.

• Official residence: Schloss Bellevue is the official residence of the Federal President of Germany and is used for receptions, ceremonies and some official functions.
• Architecture and restoration: The palace was built in the late 18th century in a neoclassical style and was extensively restored after damage during World War II.

What to See#

• Main palace and reception rooms: The palace buildings include the main neoclassical reception rooms and ceremonial halls used for state functions and official receptions.
• Palace grounds and riverside setting: Surrounding grounds and parkland provide a landscaped setting on the River Spree, with views across Tiergarten and nearby government buildings.

Bellevue Palace (Schloss Bellevue) sits on the Spree in Berlin’s Tiergarten near Straße des 17. Juni. The palace is a short walk from Berlin Hauptbahnhof (across the Spree and through the park) and is easily reached by local buses, S‑/U‑Bahns to central Berlin hubs followed by a brief walk or taxi. By car use the local Tiergarten roads (follow signs for Schloss Bellevue/Spreeufer); parking in the area is limited.

• Public guided tours of Bellevue Palace are limited and usually need to be requested or booked via the Federal President's Office-reserve well in advance through the official website.
• Arrive via S‑Bahn Bellevue station for the shortest walk to the palace and use the park paths along the Spree to combine a short riverside stroll with your visit; check the official site for any temporary closures or public opening days.