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Bundeshaus Bonn
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The Bundeshaus in Bonn was the seat of the most important constitutional bodies of the Federal Republic of Germany from 1949 to 1999, including the Bundestag and the Bundesrat. Originally built in 1930 as a Pedagogical Academy on the banks of the Rhine, the building was redesigned after World War II under the direction of architect Hans Schwippert for its new role as the seat of parliament. Schwippert's design was characterized by transparency and functionalism, intended to symbolize the country's democratic new beginning. Landmark political decisions were made in this building, such as the adoption of the Basic Law and the election of the first Federal Chancellors. With the relocation of parliament and government to Berlin in 1999, the Bundeshaus lost its central function. Today, the complex is known as the World Conference Center Bonn and is used for international conferences, while the historic plenary chamber has been preserved as a monument and venue accessible to visitors.
- Location: North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
- Top sights: Ehemaliger Deutscher Bundesrat · Ehemaliger Deutscher Bundestag · GOP
- Nearby: Königswinter (6 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 63 | 55 | 56 | 47 | 72 | 75 | 77 | 80 | 58 | 59 | 63 | 67 |
📋 Practical info
Address
Platz der Vereinten Nationen 2, 53113 Bonn
Hours
Mon-Fri 08:00-20:00, Sat-Sun closed
Entry
free (guided tours by appointment)
Website
Transit
U-Bahn 16, 63, 66 (Heussallee/Museumsmeile)
Parking
Parking garage at the World Conference Center (~2 €/hr)
Accessibility
Fully accessible via ramps and elevators.
Photos
Permitted for private use, flash photography prohibited in the plenary hall.
Best time
Morning hours for convenient lighting conditions on the Rhine promenade.
Audio guide
no
History & landmarks
modern
1949–1999
Geography
Facts
- Seat of the German Bundestag from 1949 until September 1999.
- Conversion of a former Pedagogical Academy by architect Hans Schwippert.
- Adoption of the Basic Law in 1949 in the adjacent Museum Koenig.
- Inauguration of the new glass plenary chamber by Günter Behnisch in 1992.
- Current use as part of the World Conference Center Bonn (WCCB).
- Located directly on the banks of the Rhine in the former government district.
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Sights in the town Bundeshaus Bonn (10)
Präsidialanbau
An annex of the Bundeshaus in Bonn, once housing the Bundestag president's offices.
Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland🏛 museum
Museum of contemporary German history since 1945, with permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Villa Hammerschmidt
Villa Hammerschmidt in Bonn served as the official residence of the Federal President from 1951 to 1994.
Kunstmuseum Bonn🏛 museum
The Bonn Art Museum features modern and contemporary art, especially Rhenish Expressionists.
Bundeskunsthalle🏛 museum
The Bundeskunsthalle in Bonn hosts major international art and cultural exhibitions.
Reuterbrücke
Reuterbrücke is a road bridge in Bonn, crossing over the railway tracks.
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Frequently asked questions
What was the Bundeshaus in Bonn?
From 1949 to 1999, it was the seat of the German Bundestag and the Bundesrat in the then-capital city of Bonn.
Can the former plenary chamber be visited?
Yes, the former plenary chamber (now WorldCCBonn) can be visited during guided tours, provided no events are taking place.
Where is the Bundeshaus located in Bonn?
It is located directly on the banks of the Rhine in the former government district, near the 'Langer Eugen' and the UN campus.
Is there a 'Path of Democracy'?
Yes, a signposted circular path leads to the most important historical sites of the former government district.
Is the building freely accessible to the public?
Access to the interior is mostly limited to guided tours. The outdoor grounds and the path along the Rhine are freely accessible.
Bundeshaus Bonn: where is it located?
Bundeshaus Bonn is located in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
Bundeshaus Bonn: what is there to see?
Highlights include Ehemaliger Deutscher Bundesrat, Ehemaliger Deutscher Bundestag, GOP.
Bundeshaus Bonn: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Bundeshaus Bonn: why is it worth visiting?
The Bundeshaus in Bonn was the seat of the most important constitutional bodies of the Federal Republic of Germany from 1949 to 1999, including the Bundestag and the Bundesrat.
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