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Old Market Square, Potsdam

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#8 of 20 in Historic Sites in Potsdam
Historic Walking Area · Hidden Gem · Landmark
The Old Market Square is a centrally located square in downtown Potsdam which forms the historical center of the city. The square consists of the area around St. Nicholas' Church. Today the term refers in particular to the area directly in front of the church. It is bordered by several prestigious historical buildings.
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  • By WeakKneeTraveler
    There are some beautiful landmark buildings on this square which makes it a great spot for photos. Worth visiting.  more »
  • By dhs9909
    Alter markt with its landmark buildings is a great photo stop in Potsdam. I had to take many photos for my wife's Instagram page  more »
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  • By Vishnu Varatharajan
    Carefully built by the Williams, it was bombed during the second world war. Though not much remnants of the destruction is visible today, the Museum Barberini and St.Nicholas' Church are worth your time.
  • By Matthew Earl Styers
    Lovely little old town shopping street full of restaurants.
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