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 9694222
Official Website: Babelsberg Park
Babelsberg Park Reviews
Rated out of 5
Another outstanding park in Potsdam. Walking and biking paths are excellent. My favorite part is that there are various places to relax next to the Tiefer See and go for a swim on a warm day.
Rob Hickey - a month ago
One of our favorite places to visit in Postdam! In summer it's stunning! Simply a calming place to visit alone, or together with family and friends. In the extreme closer to Postdam there is also a swimming club.
Lisette Gonzalez - 2 months ago
Beautiful park. Lovely to walk near Havel into Potsdam. Variety of landscapes.
Valentin Paul - 2 months ago
It's worth the trip to the top of the tower.
alva james - a month ago
My favourite park in Potsdam. I spent countless hours here, living in a student dormitory. Long walks at every season. Admiring the castles, jogging, sitting and reading if the weather allowed. It is amazing how many views you can find while strolling the park. Amazing views to Glienicker Brücke, or lost between the trees. Absolutely marvellous.
Andreas Ludwig - 3 years 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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