Modeled on the Propylaea, Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate by Langhans became a symbol molded by history—from Napoleonic plunder of the Quadriga to Cold War division. Stone conservation, structural monitoring, and vibration control respond to traffic, festivals, and weather at Pariser Platz, now largely pedestrian.
Twelve Doric columns form five passages; the Quadriga crowns the entablature. The gate witnessed imperial parades, Nazi rallies, division, and reunification.
Sandstone blocks set with iron cramps demand repointing, stone dutchmen, and corrosion management. Cleaning strategies protect surface detail.
Pariser Platz’s redesign created a pedestrian‑friendly setting with limited traffic. Events require temporary protections to mitigate vibration and crowd wear.
Visit at dawn or evening light; pair with the Reichstag dome and Unter den Linden.
