Babelsberg Park and Castle
For a tranquil escape with superb views, plenty of walking paths, and a charming castle, head to Babelsberg Park.
Half a day is ideal for exploring this fascinating park. Interesting paths with plenty of benches along the way, invite you to take a stroll and absorb the wonderful landscape.
Babelsberg Park is situated in Potsdam on a modest hill sloping to the banks of the Havel river. It offers an excellent vantage point for viewing Glienicke Bridge and Glienicke Palace Park.
Richly decorated garden terraces with sculptures, formal flower beds, ornamentals, and water features enhance the beauty surrounding the neo-Gothic Babelsberg Palace sitting near the center of the park. The Palace, built in 1833 for Prince Wilhelm who later became Kaiser Wilhelm I, is closed for restoration but should reopen soon.
Babelsberg Park is part of a larger UNESCO World Heritage Site and is preserved as a garden monument.
After the fall of the Berlin Wall, segments of the northern bank damaged by border installations were restored.
Landmarks to look for during your walk through the park include the Small Palace and Steam Engine Building on the Havel, Flatowturm Tower, Court Bower, Marstall and the Sailor House. Additional monuments commemorate military achievements of the Prussian Prince.
Babelsberg Park is an excellent place to unwind in an environment that has changed little over nearly two centuries.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoAddress: Park Babelsberg Schlosspark, 14482 Potsdam, Germany
Phone: 0331 9694200
Official Website: Babelsberg Park
Babelsberg Park Reviews
Rated out of 5
Most beautiful place i ever saw !! Never dare to dream i could see a castle (?) or a pretty historical building like this. The park so well maintenance. Just need to paid parking ticket then we could walk around as we could on this park. There is some historical building, my favourite was the one like Rapunzel castle (silly me😅🙏). Only little problem, where is the public toilet ??
Hi Hello - 5 months ago
It’s a really nice park just out side of Berlin in Potsdam. I took S7 directly from Alexander Platz and 50 mins later arrived in station called Babelsberg, then walked around 15-20 mins to the gate of the park (see the 2nd pic).
The park is free and very big, lots of green, trees and grass area in side, just bring a blanket or picnic blanket there, then you will receive abundance of peace and tranquility.
There is a cafe inside the park, just provide drinks and finger food there, if you wanna something bigger can get it from the restaurants near the station u mentioned above.
The castles are closed when I arrived, but you can still see it from outside. It’s a good place to bring your family, kids, or friends there to escape from the noisy and busy city center of Berlin.
Yuyang Peng - 4 months ago
Great park, little hilly but beautifull gardens, trimmed grass, no trash, a lot of flowers, really nice for enjoy for late summer afternoon.
Andreja Ignjatovic - 4 months ago
Babelsberg Park is a true refreshment for the soul. Walking through the park is incredibly pleasant, with wide paths, green meadows, and a beautiful view of the Havel River. Although the park is fairly well-known, it’s not overcrowded, which makes the visit really peaceful and relaxing. It’s an ideal spot for a picnic, a walk, or simply enjoying nature. Every corner of the park seems thoughtfully designed.
Katharina Vogt - a month ago
Park is a nice place for a walk, jog, bike ride. Nice views over water. Walk to the top of the hill and you get a fantastic castle surprise. Lovely, sit and have a coffee or bowl of soup and enjoy the day.
I, just visited again in march, the fountains are empty and some of the nicest exterior area of the castle is currently off limits
- Cp - a year ago
Directions
How to get to Babelsberg Park by S-Bahn + Bus
Nearest S-Bahn + Bus Line(s): S7 + Bus 616
Nearest S-Bahn + Bus Station(s): S Bahnhof Babelsberg
From S-Bahnhof Babelsberg: Board Bus #616 on Rudolf-Breitscheid Str and ride it 4 Stops to the Potsdam, Schloss Babelsberg stop.
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