Berlin, 3.5 Hour 7 lakes tour through the Havel landscape

Boat Trip Overview: Departing from Lindenufer, this journey traverses key urban areas including Gatow, Grunewald, and Kladow before reaching notable destinations such as the Great and Little Wannsee, Babelsberg, and the iconic Glienicke Bridge. Following its path, one will encounter the picturesque Peacock Island en route back to Lindenufer in Spandau.

The designated location lies at the southwestern extremity of Berlin, where culture, historical significance, and the picturesque Havel river landscape converge into an unparalleled area. During a leisurely voyage along the chain of lakes linking Berlin and Potsdam, visitors can uncover profound testimonies of Prussian heritage. As they traverse the natural banks and meticulously preserved structures within the former German Democratic Republic (GDR) and Western sectors' demarcation line, participants immerse themselves in the breathtaking Havel landscape, which has been officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its spectacular parks, ecclesiastical edifices, and castles.

Passing by the legendary Schildhorn, Berlin’s expansive landscape preservation zone – the sprawling Grüne-Wald – alongside notable landmarks such as the Villa Lemm and the charming Schwanenwerder peninsula, travelers embark upon their journey. Upon reaching the Imcheninsel, one of the most secluded natural preserves in Germany, and the Kladow harbor, the exploration continues through the Great Wannsee and beyond, past the Wannsee lido, Villa Lemm, the House of the Wannsee Conference, and Villa Liebermann. Along this route, elegant villas and lush gardens dot the landscape, guiding them towards the Great Wannsee, before traversing to the Little Wannsee and eventually arriving at the majestic Pöhlesee, Stölpchensee, Prinz-Friedrich-Leopold-Kanal, and Griebnitzsee.

From here, the vessel navigates upriver, passing by the Church of the Savior situated in the transitional region between East and West, and the enchanting Peacock Island, renowned for its grand palaces and historic architecture. Finally, guests arrive at the Lindenufer, where the journey concludes with a serene view of the Babelsberg Palace and Park and Glienicke Palace, positioned right on the water, while crossing beneath the iconic Glienicke Bridge, the notorious “Agent’s Bridge,” leading them to Lake Jungfernsee.