Weissensee

Berlin

A street lined with colorful buildings, parked cars, and a tram.
A park path with trees and a person walking a dog.
A tram on a tree-lined street with parked cars and a pedestrian crossing.
A wall covered with photos of dogs and a sign for Tierbetreuung Berlin.
A street market with a green awning and various fruits and vegetables on display.

On the outskirts of Greater Berlin find one of the city’s most picturesque neighborhoods, named for the stunning lake at its center.

Just a short tram ride from the city center, find yourself in the semi-rural district of Weissensee. Built around one of Berlin’s most popular swimming lakes, the area features large wooded areas, one of Berlin’s most influential schools of art and a historic Jewish cemetery. Visit Weissensee on a summer day to enjoy swimming in the large lake or in winter for a picturesque stroll through the forest.

Translating to White Lake, Weissensee is a photogenic area. As one of Berlin’s least populated urban areas, it has managed to retain a slower pace of life than the neighboring Prenzlauer BergOpens in a new window and Pankow districts. Ride the tramline from central Berlin to this cosmopolitan area with a lively artist community. The Weissensee School of Art, one of Germany’s most respected art schools, attracts students and visitors from around the world.

Bring your bathing suit to dive into the crisp waters of the borough’s namesake lake. Extremely popular in summer, Weissensee has a designated beach area with a small admission fee. Once inside you’ll be immersed in the beach’s lively but family-friendly atmosphere. Pack a picnic to enjoy beneath the shade of a low-lying tree or have refreshments at one of the beer gardens that line the lake. Try locally made beer from the Berlin and Brandenburg areas or sample traditional German fare at one of the area’s many restaurants.

Spend an afternoon of contemplation at the Weissensee Cemetery. Covering 100 acres (40 hectares), it is one of the largest Jewish cemeteries in Europe, with over 115,000 graves. Pay your respects at memorial stones to concentration camp victims and resistant groups. Travel through the beautiful grounds to see the final resting place of notable Berliners as well as citizens who took their own lives rather than going to extermination camps.

Reach Weissensee by tram, train or bus in just 30 minutes from the city center. Ample street parking is available in the area.


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Weissensee Hotel Deals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Lützowplatz 17 Berlin BE
The price is ₩152,061 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
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Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7 Berlin BE
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Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Berlin

Vienna House by Wyndham Andel's Berlin

4.5 out of 5
Landsberger Allee 106 Berlin BE
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Grand Hyatt Berlin

Grand Hyatt Berlin

5 out of 5
Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 2 Berlin BE
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InterContinental Berlin by IHG

InterContinental Berlin by IHG

Budapester Str. 2 Berlin BE
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Hilton Berlin

Hilton Berlin

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Mitte

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Kreuzberg

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Kreuzberg. Top attractions like Oranienstrasse and Jewish Museum Berlin are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Prinzenstrasse U-Bahn or Kottbusser Gate U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Friedrichshain

Known for its great bars and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Friedrichshain. You can visit top attractions like Simon-Dach-Strasse and Boxhagener Platz, and jump on the metro at Frankfurter Gate U-Bahn or Bersarinplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Prenzlauer Berg

Consider a visit to Velodrom and take some time to enjoy the lively bars during your time in Prenzlauer Berg. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop or Greifswalder Straße-Ostseestraße Tram Stop.

Charlottenburg

Kurfürstendamm and Zoo Berlin are top sights in Charlottenburg, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Richard Wagner Place U-Bahn or Bismarckstrasse U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.



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