Reichstag Building closes dome for maintenance on 28 September

The Reichstag Building will close its dome for cleaning and maintenance from 28 September to 2 October 2026, according to the German Bundestag. The Reichstagsgebäude in Berlin will keep its roof terrace accessible during the closure, giving visitors a different version of the landmark’s rooftop experience.

Reichstag Building dome closure begins on 28 September

The German Bundestag has announced that the dome will be closed to visitors from 28 September to 2 October 2026. The stated reason is cleaning and maintenance work, and the closure concerns the dome rather than the entire visitor area.

The same official notice lists a second dome closure from 19 to 30 October 2026. Both periods fall within the current autumn travel calendar, but the first closure is the immediate change for visitors arriving in Berlin at the end of September or during the first days of October.

The closure changes the central part of the normal visit. The dome’s audio guide is not available while the dome is closed, and the well-known internal route through the glass structure cannot be visited during the maintenance period. The roof terrace remains accessible, however, so the closure does not remove every public rooftop option.

What the maintenance means for the Reichstag visit

The Reichstag Building is the seat of the German Bundestag and its dome and roof terrace can be visited by members of the public. The Bundestag describes the rooftop areas as places with views across Berlin’s sights and the parliamentary and government district.

That makes the maintenance schedule particularly relevant to travellers: the same building offers a reduced visit during the closure, rather than a complete cancellation of access. The roof terrace continues to provide the outdoor part of the rooftop visit, while the glass dome and its internal route are unavailable.

The dome ascent and descent normally cover 230 metres, according to the Bundestag’s visitor information. During the closure, that route and the associated audio guide are not part of the visit, linking the practical effect of the maintenance directly to the building’s best-known visitor feature.

Admission to the dome and roof terrace is free, but advance registration is required. The Bundestag’s visitor registration information gives the current closure dates and explains that the roof terrace remains accessible when the dome is closed.

Visiting Reichstag Building: what travellers from Western Europe should know

• The dome closure runs from 28 September to 2 October 2026 at the Reichstag Building in Berlin.
• The roof terrace remains accessible during the closure, but the dome route and its audio guide are unavailable.
• Admission is free, and advance registration is required for the dome and roof terrace visit. The visitor service centre is on Platz der Republik in front of the building.
• The Reichstag Building stands at Platz der Republik in Berlin’s parliamentary and government district. The visitor information identifies the site as the German Bundestag’s public rooftop visit.
• The normal dome route involves a 230-metre ascent and descent. That route is not available during the closure, so the maintenance period affects the principal indoor rooftop feature rather than only a side area.

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Frequently asked questions about Reichstag Building

What has changed at Reichstag Building?

The dome will be closed for cleaning and maintenance from 28 September to 2 October 2026. The roof terrace remains accessible during that period.

Where is Reichstag Building and how do you get there?

It is at Platz der Republik in Berlin’s parliamentary and government district. The Bundestag visitor service centre is in front of the building.

What is Reichstag Building?

It is the seat of the German Bundestag and includes a public dome and roof terrace. The dome and roof terrace visit is free, with advance registration required.