Activities
Not too far off the main road lies an area of greenery leading down to this swimming spot. Sunbathe, dive in off the jetty and float in the calm water.
Open 24h
Turn your day trip into a weekend away. This converted red brick barn is a cozy guesthouse and an idyllic place to settle for a break. Walk by the chestnut trees or lounge by the fireplace.
This tiny 32-seat cinema is run by a collective and housed in the oldest building in Prenzlauer Berg. Stop by at midnight every Saturday for a screening of "Casablanca".
Self-care, healing and wellbeing. Bend and flex through yoga, barre and pilates at this studio, or attend one of their workshops or retreats.
This beautiful garden is a perfect weekend destination. Test your flower knowledge at the garden beds and wander by the small creek and woods at the back of the property.
Arts & Culture
Built in 1987, the planetarium is one of the last examples of GDR architecture. The program focuses not only on space, but on all natural sciences.
Prenzlauer Allee 80, Prenzlauer Berg
Tue 09–14h, Wed & Thu 09–14h & 15–20h, Fri 09h–12h30 & 15–22h, Sat 11h30–22h, Sun 10–20h
Learn about the history of Gerswalde at this museum, located in a moated castle built in the 1200s.
The stacked, angled concrete blocks of this museum house architectural drawings from the foundation's collections and other institutions.
This former chapel of rest is now a center for art and culture. Home to exhibitions, film screenings, historic tours and picnic concerts.
This residency center for artists, thinkers and activists runs an open library. Borrow a book for free or participate in the program.
Bars
This industrial space serves cocktails in its sleek, concrete interior and outside on the terrace.
An aptly named local haunt that looks directly onto the historic Zionskirche. Settle in with a cocktail at one of the marble tables, or time your visit with a DJ set for an evening of drinks and mixes.
Sip organic and natural wines and sample small plates at this cozy, dim-lit wine bar.
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This relaxed pub is the perfect spot to try an Italian craft beer while taking a break from biking. With 19 beers on tap, itʹs worth asking the staff for recommendations.
Cafés
Run by three friends, this charming cafe is full of small oddities. A must-try are the handmade bagels and carefully crafted teas.
The elegance of the white-tiled exterior of Julius is reflected inside, too. Coffee, pastries and wine every day, and a regionally-focused à la carte menu at weekends.
Owned by pastry chef Gabrielle Jones, this parlor serves small-batch ice creams with big chunks and home-made cones.
Serving one-of-a-kind brunches, Hallesches Haus has a courtyard, indoor seating and an attached general store that's perfect for gifts.
Serves scoops of artisanal ice cream and sorbet handmade daily. Open from 7am, so you can be the early bird that gets the…gelato?
A huge sign of an eye with two pupils will grab your attention as you approach this cafe and roastery. Expect quality espresso, street seating and a true neighborhood feel.
We love our cafe and hope you will too: coffee, cakes, weekend brunches and more. Top tip: Join our sundowners on Friday evenings for a drink on the terrace.
Time for brunch or dinner in a repurposed bus! This DIY restaurant has a delicious, daily-changing menu. Expect the likes of potato and fennel soup and Köfte with a twist.
Itʹs always best to try regional goods when exploring the countryside. This farm shop sells cheeses, fresh produce, jams and preserves, meat, eggs and bread baked daily.
Fri-Tue 09h–18h
Restaurants
The taste of real Italian bread and pizza. Pick up one of the delicious loaves at the bakery or sit next door at the restaurant for pizza made with one of three different doughs.
Offering a unique dining experience, Parg is a garden-to-table restaurant housed in a former palm house. Dine and drink in the shade at one of the tables overlooking the garden.
Hand-cut Korean noodles tossed in a spicy sauce or broth. Best served with a generous helping of kimchi.
This neighborhood restaurant is owned by chef Vadim Otto Ursus and features produce from their garden in Buchholz. The dishes are seasonal, organic, à la carte and memorable.
Ever tried a multicultural mix of Japanese and Lebanese cuisine? Discover the vegetarian and vegan dishes at this restaurant sitting cross-legged in the back dining area.
Japanese-inspired cuisine with a focus on seafood. Serving everything from scallops to sushi, this brasserie is from the owners of fish restaurant The Catch.
This bistro is small and colorful – just how imagine an authentic Mexican taqueria. Prepare for deliciously messy tacos, quesadillas and frozen margaritas.
Danziger Straße 33, Prenzlauer Berg
Mon 15h–21h30, Tue-Thu & Sun 12h–21h30, Fri 12–22h
The owners of this deli bring the cuisine of their homelands, Korea and Spain, to the plate. Also stocks products including Apple-Wasabi dressing and kimchi.
A former Himalaya mountain guide and base camp chef, Rajesh Lama brings Nepalese street food to Mauerpark.
This unpretentious, bustling bar serves seasonal bistro dishes and low intervention wines in a space that balances design and comfort.
Shops
A flowery, pastel wonderland. Create your own bouquet or let owner and florist Taeyeon Park curate one for you. Looking for a gift? Taeyeon also offers baby photoshoots with flowers!
Sweet tooths listen up! This store has suitcases full of sweets from Europe, Africa, South America, Australasia and beyond. Yum.
This pastel pink storefront in Prenzlauer Berg is home to all things for analogue photographers: cameras, accessories and a film lab.
Natural wine fan? The folks at Rocket Wine are too. Stocks a great selection of Italian and French bottles to sample and take home.
Looking to spice up your wardrobe? This rental service allows you to rotate garments from an inventory of brands including Hien Le, Soulland and Nike.
Summer Saturdays are best spent at the market. This organic farmers market is a lovely place to wander and try regional produce and specialties
Look for the pink awning in Gerswalde village and wander inside to discover the handmade ceramics of owners Hyemi and Jeong. Tables are replete with bowls, vases and other objects made on-site.
Functionality and beauty are the principles of Nōs, a shop that focuses on timeless homewares for everyday life.
Stationery lovers beware: This place is a multi-story paradise full of art supplies, gifts, frames... basically lots of beautiful things you could easily fill a cargo bike with (and then some).
It's in the name: Mimi Ferments sells house-fermented organic products including koji, shoyu, miso, mirin, natto and starter cultures. Also offers workshops in case you're inspired to try fermenting.
Berlin's only flour manufacturer. Sells flour (including gluten-free) and offers advice on all things bread and baking.
Run by twins Anna and Yoko, this friendly, bright kiosk stocks a range of Japanese souvenirs, gifts, design goods, snacks and drinks.
Huadou is Chinese for "gorgeous beans". This concept store is dedicated to soybeans, their history and flavor. Visit for cakes and coffee, ice cream and tofu workshops.
There's great pleasure to be had in cooking with a razor-sharp knife. This shop stocks plenty of tools, from knives to woodworking equipment with a special focus on Japanese and hand-forged products.
Hofgrün grows and sells perennials, climbing plants, shrubs and trees from their onsite nursery. There’s a changing program of sculptures and installations to see on your visit, too.
Whether you're someone who has an endless list of hobbies or wants to try something new, this shop meets all your arts and crafts needs.
Have a knack for sewing? Here you'll find rolls upon rolls of designer fabrics from across Europe.
"Farben" is German for "colors" and it's clear this shop knows all of them. Something of an institution, this store has been selling paints, pigments, art supplies and wallpaper since 1946.
The spot to do your packaging-free grocery shop. This store has cleaning products, groceries and pantry staples in returnable, reusable or recyclable packaging.
Want to make your own ceramics? This studio offers classes for all experience levels, memberships if you know what you’re doing and clay kits to go.
This perfumery has an eye for timeless design and fragrances. Inspired by places and memories, these candles and perfumes are something unique.
