The station was opened on 1 October 1984 (architect R.G.Rümmler) with the line's extension from Rohrdamm to Rathaus Spandau.

It lies between Rathaus Spandau and Zitadelle stations.

It lies at a depth of 14 metres (46 ft), as to the east the nearby river Havel had to be crossed.

In the direction of Spandau Town Hall, the then unusual shield tunneling method was used to preserve the historical buildings in Spandau's Altstadt (Old Town).

A barrier-free extension of the station, including a lift, is planned for the end of 2019.