Limited-Time Access: International Congress Center Set for Brief Opening - Duration: 49 Hours
In an exciting turn of events, the International Congress Centre (ICC) in Berlin is set to open its doors for the public during Heritage Day, scheduled for September 13 and 14. The ICC, a remarkable architectural marvel that resembles a dormant, abandoned spaceship, has been largely out of regular use since its decommissioning in 2014 due to asbestos contamination.
Originally built in 1979 as part of West Berlin's effort to showcase large-scale, forward-looking design, the ICC was intended to host conferences and events. Despite its decommissioning, the ICC remains beloved for its ambitious scale and remarkable interiors.
During European Heritage Days, held annually in September across Germany, selected historic and usually inaccessible buildings are often open to the public for tours, sometimes free of charge or with a small ticket fee. However, as of now, no officially published schedule or ticketing information specific to ICC Berlin tours for Heritage Day 2021 could be found.
For precise details, it is advisable to check the official European Heritage Days website or Berlin city cultural portal for 2021, the ICC Berlin's official site or contact channels, or heritage-focused organizations or local media archives from the time of the event.
Good news for visitors, tickets for the ICC visit are free of charge. Sales for these tickets will start on July 16. Visitors can choose between time slot tickets and programme tickets for their visit.
The city of Berlin has not yet decided what to do with the ICC long-term. But for these two special days in September, the ICC will once again echo with the footsteps of visitors, offering a rare glimpse into its dormant halls.
With high demand expected for tickets, it is advisable to keep an eye on the official channels for updates and to secure your spot to explore this architectural marvel. The ICC is located in the west of the city, making it easily accessible for visitors.
As we eagerly await more information, the anticipation builds for this unique opportunity to step into the past and witness the grandeur of the decommissioned International Congress Centre. Stay tuned for more updates!
Tourists can explore the historic and architecturally stunning International Congress Centre (ICC) during Heritage Day on September 13 and 14, offering a rare insight into the usually inaccessible building. Along with learning about the ICC's remarkable interiors and its role in sustainable living as a prime example of home-and-garden design from the 70s, visitors can also experience the lifestyle of the past by stepping into the dormant halls of this grand structure.
