Reichstag Building closes its dome from 19 October
Published on 10/18/2026 at 08:28 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
The Reichstag Building (Reichstagsgebäude) in Berlin will close its dome from 19 to 30 October 2026 for cleaning and maintenance, according to the German Bundestag. The roof terrace will remain accessible throughout the closure, giving visitors a changed version of the landmark rather than a complete loss of rooftop access.
Reichstag Building dome closure runs from 19 October
The closure begins on Monday, 19 October 2026, and ends on Friday, 30 October 2026. It is the second maintenance period listed for the dome in autumn 2026, following a closure from 28 September to 2 October.
The Bundestag says the dome and roof terrace are normally available to members of the public, but prior registration is required. During the October closure, the restriction applies to the dome itself, while the roof terrace can still be visited. The Bundestag closure notice also states that admission is free and that booking is required.
Maintenance affects the glass dome above the chamber
The dome is part of the modern visitor route above the parliamentary chamber. The building was designed by architect Paul Wallot in the nineteenth century, and the original construction reached completion in 1894. After the Second World War, architect Paul Baumgarten completed a reconstruction by 1973.
Following the 1991 decision to move Parliament and the government to Berlin, British architect Sir Norman Foster received the commission for a further transformation. The rebuilt building was handed over to the Bundestag on 19 April 1999. Its transparent visitor spaces connect the older structure with the modern parliamentary interior, so the October maintenance period affects the part most closely associated with public rooftop visits. The Berlin venue directory lists the building at Platz der Republik.
Visiting Reichstag Building: what travellers from Western Europe should know
- The dome is closed for cleaning and maintenance from 19 to 30 October 2026.
- The roof terrace remains accessible during the dome closure, but prior registration is required for visits to the Bundestag site.
- The building stands at Platz der Republik in central Berlin. The Visitors’ Service centre is in front of the building, and visitors registering there must provide their name and date of birth.
- Visitors aged 16 or over who register in person must show an original official photo ID or passport. Security checks apply at the entrance, and large pieces of luggage cannot be taken into the building.
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Frequently asked questions about Reichstag Building
When does the dome closure take place at Reichstag Building?
The dome is closed for cleaning and maintenance from 19 to 30 October 2026.
What remains open during the Reichstag Building closure?
The roof terrace remains accessible while the dome is closed from 19 to 30 October 2026. Prior registration is required for visits.
Where is Reichstag Building and how do you get there?
The building is at Platz der Republik in Berlin, near the parliamentary and government district. The official visitor service centre is located in front of the building.
