Kurfürstendamm, Berlin, Germany

Visit duration: 1 hr 30 min Editorial visit time estimate

Reviewed by Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

About Kurfürstendamm

The Kurfürstendamm, known colloquially as the Ku'damm, is one of Berlin's most famous avenues, often called the Champs-Élysées of Berlin. It takes its name from the former prince-electors of Brandenburg and grew out of a causeway laid out to reach the Grunewald hunting lodge, built around 1542. Lined with four rows of plane trees, it runs for 3.5 km from Breitscheidplatz, with the ruins of the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, south-west towards Grunewald, past shops, houses, hotels and restaurants.

Checked 2026-11-10 · Source

What's inside

Berlin's official tourism board calls the Kurfürstendamm the city's most popular shopping street, home to the most prestigious brands and major fashion chains. It stretches from the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church on Breitscheidplatz to the upmarket residential area by Lake Halensee. Close by are KaDeWe, the largest department store on the European mainland, the Bikini Berlin shopping centre, independent shops and small restaurants in the side streets, and Berlin Zoo, Germany's oldest zoo. Kurfürstendamm underground station serves the street.

Checked 2026-11-10 · Source

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Common questions

How long is the Kurfürstendamm?

It runs for 3.5 km.

Which station is closest to the Kurfürstendamm?

Kurfürstendamm underground station, with many other transport links nearby.

Where it is

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Nearby

Within 3 min on foot

30 min
2 min walk
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche
- Must see
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2 min walk
Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche
- Must see · Heritage site
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3 min walk
Zoo Palast
- Must see · Heritage site
- Entertainment venue