Dampfmaschinenhaus: A Pumping Marvel Disguised as a Mosque
A unique blend of architectural grandeur and technological innovation, resembling a mosque while housing a historic steam engine.
The Dampfmaschinenhaus, or Steam Engine House, in Potsdam is an architectural curiosity built between 1841 and 1843. Designed by Ludwig Persius to resemble a mosque, complete with a minaret disguising a chimney, it served as a pumping station for the Sanssouci Park's fountains. Today, it stands as a monument to 19th-century engineering and a unique historical landmark.
A brief summary to Dampfmaschinenhaus „Pumpenhaus / Moschee“
- Breite Str. 28, Potsdam, Westliche Vorstadt, 14471, DE
- +493319694200
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the opening season (May to October) on weekends or public holidays for guided tours and to see the steam engine in operation.
- Combine your visit with a tour of Sanssouci Park, as the Dampfmaschinenhaus is located just outside the park.
- Take tram line 91 from Potsdam train station to the Feuerbachstraße stop for easy access.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Potsdam Central Station (Hauptbahnhof), take tram line 91 towards Kirschallee to the Feuerbachstraße stop. The Dampfmaschinenhaus is a short walk from the tram stop. A single fare ticket within Potsdam AB zone costs approximately €3.80.
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Walking
From the Sanssouci Palace, walk northeast along Breite Straße for approximately 15-20 minutes. The Dampfmaschinenhaus will be on your right, next to the Neustädter Havelbucht. There are no tolls or parking fees associated with this approach.
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Taxi
A taxi from Potsdam Central Station to Dampfmaschinenhaus will cost approximately €10-€15 and take around 10 minutes, depending on traffic. There are no tolls on this route.
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