Humboldthain Park

Humboldthain Park is a city oasis that’s easy to get to on public transport. Situated in the center of Berlin’s Gesundbrunnen district, Humboldthain Park is not on the radar of most tourists, but well-liked by locals.
A highlight, and the most talked about feature, is the formal rose garden in the northeast corner, however there’s plenty more than this to enjoy.
This is a fine park for walking or jogging along wooded trails or to just sit back and capture a few rays of sunlight on the grassy lawns.
During the warm days of summer, visitors and locals can swim in the outdoor swimming pool complex complete with a water slide and a paddling pool for toddlers.
History buffs will be interested in Flak Tower III, the remains of an anti-aircraft gun tower and the bunker below, which now houses about 250 bats over winter.
Ascend the stairs to the top where you can view the city from an elevated vantage point. Don’t be held back by the amount of graffiti. Some of it is imaginative and artistic and it pretty much goes with the territory. In the summer, guided tours of the bunker are available,
Other park amenities include a children’s playground and a soccer field.
History
Volkspark Humboldthain was established as a garden in memory of natural historian Alexander von Humboldt. Work on the park began in 1869 (the 100th anniversary of his birth) and took seven years to complete.
During World War II, the park was heavily targeted because of the bunkers and anti-aircraft guns that were present. Following the war, the bunkers were filled in and rubble was piled up to form the present-day hill. The bunkers were later partially dug out again, providing a place for the bats in the winter and facilitating summer tours.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoOpen Now
Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.
- Monday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
- Tuesday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
- Wednesday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
- Thursday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
- Friday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
- Saturday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
- Sunday: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Category: Parks
Address:
Volkspark Humboldthain
13355 Berlin
Germany
Phone: +49 30 250025
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Directions
How to get to Humboldthain Park by U-Bahn, S-Bahn or MetroTram
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or MetroTram Line(s): S1, S2, S25, S26, S42, S46, U8
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or MetroTram Station(s): S+U Berlin-Gesundbrunnen
There is a pathway into the park directly across the street from Berlin-Gesundbrunnen Station.
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