The 197-centimetre-tall 29-year-old, who was in the World Cup squad this summer, will be loaned out for the coming season.
Hertha plays in the German second division.
"We had a good conversation where it quickly became clear that Hertha is a fantastic option for me. Now I can't wait to play in front of the fans at the Olympic Stadium," Nilsson tells Bild.
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