Ever wondered where Berliners go to escape the city bustle? Here at Kleine Badewiese, the “Little Bathing Meadow,” you will find your answer. Kleine Badewiese is located in Gatow, a more rural part of Berlin belonging to Spandau.
For three decades, Sabine Becker has been the heart and soul of the Kleine Badewiese. She runs the restaurant here. Locals rave about her legendary Bratkartoffeln, German fried potatoes. The Kleine Badewiese offers simple dishes that surprise with their quality.
Imagine sitting at a table overlooking the Havel River. You have a cold beer in hand. Its glass is so chilled that it’s fogged up. Maybe you ordered the Flammkuchen, a flatbread. The Kleine Badewiese’s version has creamy Schmand, salty sheep cheese, and thinly sliced green peppers. Sweet cocktail tomatoes and fresh field salad complete it. It is a symphony of flavors.
Kleine Badewiese is more than just a restaurant. It is a place where everyone feels welcome. Cyclists, seniors, and families gather here. Some arrive with walking sticks and sunhats. Others come in cycling gear. It is Alt-Berlinerisch, old Berlin style, without being dusty.
The water quality at Kleine Badewiese is excellent. However, feeding the water birds is forbidden. Their droppings can cause contamination. Also, dogs are not allowed here.
Getting here is easy. You can take bus 134 or X34 to the Alt Gatow stop. Of course, you could cycle or drive here. Kleine Badewiese is waiting for you with open arms and tasty food. “Bis neulich – war schön gewesen!” See you soon, it was beautiful.