Join us at the Schlossplatz for a protest action against the Stadtschloss on Saturday October 17 at 3pm.
We will have a jumping castle on site for you to play on - because the only good castle is a jumping castle! We will also have DJs playing some nice electro-techno music.
Come dressed as kings, queens or nobility. Bring signs to demonstrate your disapproval.

Why demonstrate?

- Because the Stadtschloss is unnecessary: We already have enough unused buildings in Berlin, so there's no need to build more. The institutions, museums and libraries that may eventually be housed in the Stadtschloss can easily be accommodated elsewhere in the city for much less money.
- It is a waste of money: Currently it is budgeted at half a billion euros, but we all know that public projects always cost more than their budgets. This, at a time when Berlin can't even afford a properly working S-Bahn system!
- The decision making process is corrupted: The competition to decide the architect was found to be improperly conducted. See here.
- It is a symbol of imperial power: The Stadtschloss was originally the palace of the Prussian kings and a symbol of their imperial power. It was then destroyed and replaced by the Palast Der Republik, a symbol of Soviet power. Now, a group of rich and (mostly) west Germans want to resurrect the old symbol of power there. Instead of this constant replacing of power symbols, we want to see an empty park, free of symbols.

What should be build there instead?

Nothing! The Stadtschloss should remain how it currently is - a picturesque empty green space for the citizens of the city to enjoy.

What should be done with the money?

Lots can be done with half a billion euros: Berlin doesn't have a properly working S-Bahn system. Many of its citizens are unemployed due to the lack of sustainable industries here. There is an endless list of projects that could be funded with this money. We don't claim to advocate on behalf of any alternative project, but wish simply to say that spending money on an unnecessary castle in the middle of a financial crisis is a stupid idea.

Have a look at the website for more information:
www.stopstadtschloss.com