Funkturm Berlin Tower
Historic radio tower and observation platform in Berlin
Built near Messe Berlin in the 1920s, the Funkturm served as a radio tower and observation point. Tourists ride to the viewing platform and restaurant for elevated city and fairground perspectives.
Funkturm Berlin at a Glance#
Address: Funkturm Berlin (near Messedamm), Messegelände, 14055 Berlin, Germany
Hours: Daily 10:00am-9:00pm (seasonal variations)
About Funkturm Berlin#
Funkturm Berlin is a historic radio and exhibition tower on the Messe grounds in the Charlottenburg district of Berlin, built in the 1920s. At about 150 metres tall it has been a city landmark and a focal point of the exhibition area since its construction.
The tower includes an observation platform and a restaurant at intermediate height, both historically open to visitors for city views and dining. The lattice-tower design made it a symbolic broadcasting structure and an orienting point for fairs and events held at the Messe.
Originally erected to serve broadcasting and trade-fair functions, the tower has retained its role as a visitor attraction and visual landmark as the surrounding exhibition complex evolved through the 20th century. It remains adjacent to major exhibition halls and transport links in western Berlin.
The Funkturm stands within the Messe area of Charlottenburg, in western Berlin, close to major road and rail connections that serve the exhibition centre.
- Height: The tower stands about 150 metres tall and is a landmark of the Messe (exhibition) grounds in western Berlin.
- Origins: It was built in the 1920s as a broadcasting and exhibition tower and remains a recognizable historic structure in Charlottenburg.
What to See#
- Observation platform: An observation platform near the top of the structure offering elevated views over the Messe and Charlottenburg districts of Berlin.
- Tower restaurant: A restaurant sits within the tower at an intermediate level and has historically provided panoramic dining at height.
How to Get to Funkturm Berlin#
Funkturm stands at Messe Berlin near Messedamm. Take the S-Bahn to Messe Nord/ICC or the U-Bahn to Kaiserdamm; many tram and bus lines serve the area.
Tips for Visiting Funkturm Berlin#
- Visit the observation platform in clear weather for the best panoramic city views
- Combine with a trip to nearby Messe Berlin or the nearby Tiergarten for a quieter afternoon
- Take the elevator rather than the stairs unless training for a sprint; the tower has been adapted for public access
Best Time to Visit Funkturm Berlin#
Clear days in spring and autumn give the best visibility from the observation deck; evenings offer illuminated-city panoramas.
Weather & Climate near Funkturm Berlin#
Funkturm Berlin's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (569 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 3° | -4° | 42 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 4° | -3° | 35 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 8° | 1° | 41 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 13° | 6° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 66 mm | overcast | 66% | 3.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Excellent | 14° - 24° | 19° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 3.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 59 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 3.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.5h |
| September | Very Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 13° | 7° | 38 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 2° - 7° | 1° | 44 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 55 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
