Berlin’s Secret Gardens: 7 Hidden Green Oases You Need to Visit This Summer
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When you think of Berlin, you probably imagine gritty street art, techno beats, and post-industrial charm. But beyond the clubs and concrete, the city is bursting with green—if you know where to look.
This summer, take a break from the hustle and dive into the quieter, greener side of Berlin. We’ve uncovered seven secret gardens and green hideaways that even many locals don’t know exist. Perfect for a solo escape, a romantic stroll, or just to breathe deeply and reset.
1. Prinzessinnengarten – Kreuzberg
Tucked away at Moritzplatz, this community-run urban garden is a living symbol of sustainability. With raised beds, composting systems, and a relaxed café, it’s a grassroots paradise. Come for the permaculture tours, stay for the herbal lemonade.
🗺️ Where: Prinzenstraße 35–38, 10969 Berlin
🌱 Why Go: Zero-waste gardening in the heart of Kreuzberg.
2. Gärten der Welt – Marzahn
OK, it’s not tiny, but it is often overlooked. “Gardens of the World” offers a global experience with authentic Chinese, Korean, Balinese, and Islamic gardens. There’s even a cable car with aerial views!
🗺️ Where: Eisenacher Str. 99, 12685 Berlin
🌱 Why Go: Travel the world without leaving Berlin.
3. Thaipark – Wilmersdorf
What began as a weekend picnic has become Berlin’s unofficial Thai street food market. But few know that the surrounding park is also a peaceful place during the weekdays, filled with cherry blossoms in spring and picnic-perfect spots in summer.
🗺️ Where: Preußenpark, 10707 Berlin
🌱 Why Go: Zen meets zesty papaya salad.
4. Tempelhofer Feld’s Garden Zones
The vast openness of Tempelhof is well known—but the DIY garden areas along the edges are hidden gems. Built from repurposed materials, these micro-ecosystems reflect Berlin’s quirky, creative spirit.
🗺️ Where: Main access via Herrfurthstraße
🌱 Why Go: Sunset views and sunflowers by the runway.
5. Königliche Gartenakademie – Dahlem
A serene mix of nursery, café, and botanical haven, this elegant garden spot is ideal for those who want a royal escape without the tourists. Bonus: great cake.
🗺️ Where: Altensteinstraße 15a, 14195 Berlin
🌱 Why Go: Botanical bliss with a slice of heaven.
6. Silent Green Kulturquartier – Wedding
Once a crematorium, now a cultural space with a minimalist garden—Silent Green is a fusion of history, calm, and contemporary creativity. Grab a coffee and find a bench in this surreal green space.
🗺️ Where: Gerichtstraße 35, 13347 Berlin
🌱 Why Go: Meditation meets modernity.
7. Himmelbeet – Wedding (Relocated 2024!)
This beloved community garden was forced to relocate in recent years—but the spirit lives on. Now in a new space near Berlin-Gesundbrunnen, Himmelbeet continues to grow veggies and community ties.
🗺️ Where: New location: Gartenstraße 123, 13355 Berlin
🌱 Why Go: Gardening with a social mission.
🌞 Final Tip: Go Early or Just Before Sunset
Many of these spots are best experienced when the light is soft, the city is quieter, and nature can really do its thing. Pack a book, a snack, and maybe a blanket. Leave your phone on airplane mode.
Berlin isn’t just a city—it’s a living organism. And its green heart is beating louder than ever.
