Pergamon Museum Opens South Wing for Three Days Before Long-Term Renovation
Thousands visited Berlin's iconic museum during a rare opening ahead of renovations set to last until 2037.
- The Pergamon Museum in Berlin briefly opened its South Wing for three days, attracting thousands of visitors before renovations begin.
- The museum has been completely closed since 2023 for a massive restoration project divided into two phases, with the South Wing's renovations expected to last until at least 2037.
- Visitors had the chance to view key exhibits like the Ishtar Gate, the Processional Way of Babylon, and the Market Gate of Milet in largely empty spaces before construction starts.
- The North Wing, housing the famous Pergamon Altar, is scheduled to reopen in 2027 as part of the project's first phase.
- The €1.5 billion restoration aims to modernize the museum's infrastructure, address foundation issues, and incorporate sustainable energy solutions like a rooftop photovoltaic system.