Pfuhlgelände an der Britzer Straße

Hidden within Berlin, the Pfuhlgelände an der Britzer Straße offers a welcome escape. It’s not a fancy park with manicured lawns. Instead, it boasts wild meadows, overgrown hedges, and aged fruit trees. Several entrances lead into this protected green space. The entrance off Britzer Straße near the Goldenes Horn S-Süd bus stop is convenient. However, for a broader view of the Pfuhlgelände an der Britzer Straße, enter from Grüntenstraße near the Rixdorfer/Britzer Straße station. Just across the street, a white high-rise houses the Parkcafé. It’s perfect for refreshments after exploring the Pfuhlgelände an der Britzer Straße. It’s open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Entering from Grüntenstraße, behind the DRK building, you’ll quickly leave the city behind. The Pfuhlgelände an der Britzer Straße unfolds with tall grasses and quiet corners. Remember to bring a blanket for picnics and relaxation. And don’t forget bug spray. Soon, the Noackturm comes into view. August Noack, owner of a rose nursery, built it in 1922 as a water tower. The area used to be full of nurseries. Today, the tower serves as a meeting place for scouts. Further along the path, a red box with a life preserver marks a small staircase. This leads to a view of the large Karpfenpfuhl, one of the few ponds with water. Others, like the Grüntenteich, Rotkopfpfuhl, and small Karpfenpfuhl, are often dry. They’re hidden in the dense vegetation, marked only by signs. Venture deeper into the Pfuhlgelände an der Britzer Straße, away from Britzer Straße, to discover wider meadows and even a glimpse of the Fernsehturm. Some areas with specially planted dry grasses are off-limits to protect the habitat. These grasses support a variety of birds, butterflies, bees, and even the blue-winged grasshopper. Listen closely, and you’ll hear them buzzing and chirping. While many visitors bring dogs, there’s a dog-free section for those who prefer. Across Britzer Straße, near number 40, a small extension of the Pfuhlrinne offers a more untamed experience. This designated nature reserve has narrow paths through dense greenery and two more hidden ponds. The Türkenpfuhl is dry, but the Rothepfuhl might still hold some water.