From a bustling urban landscape to tranquil green escapes, that’s the essence of Polizei Abschnitt 13. This police precinct, nestled in the heart of Berlin’s Pankow district, oversees a diverse tapestry of life. Polizei Abschnitt 13 covers an area of approximately 45.51 square kilometers. This expansive jurisdiction includes the neighborhoods of Pankow, Niederschönhausen, Rosenthal, Wilhelmsruh, Französisch Buchholz, and Blankenfelde. Imagine the variety of calls this precinct receives. Roughly 143,000 residents call this area home. They range from families in single-family homes to apartment dwellers and those tending to their plots in the numerous “Kleingartenkolonien,” or allotment gardens. Polizei Abschnitt 13 handles around 1,430 incidents every month. The area patrolled by Polizei Abschnitt 13 isn’t just residential streets. It boasts the beautifully reconstructed Schloss Schönhausen with its expansive park. It offers the tranquility of Schönholzer Heide and Bürgerpark. And, for those who enjoy the lively atmosphere of a traditional market, there’s Berlin’s oldest weekly market on Breite Straße. Polizei Abschnitt 13 also has an international flavor. Nestled within its boundaries are several diplomatic missions, including the embassies of Mongolia, Kazakhstan, and Congo. These add another layer of complexity to the precinct’s duties. At the helm of Polizei Abschnitt 13 is Police Director Andreas Knüppel. He leads a team dedicated to keeping this diverse community safe. So, next time you stroll through Pankow, remember the watchful presence of Polizei Abschnitt 13. They are the guardians of this vibrant mix of urban life and natural beauty.
Genossenschaft PA58
From 1981 the Genossenschaft PA58 stands tall. It’s a self-managed house project. This is its story. This impressive building in