Gothic Library
Idyllically located on the southern shore of the Heiliger See, the Gothic Library - built in the late 18th century - long served as a library. Today, the Gothic Library is once again a true architectural highlight. From the tower’s arcaded gallery, visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of the Heiliger See and the Marble PalaceSource: www.potsdam.de
Great Military Orphanage - Großes Waisenhaus zu Potsdam
Located in the heart of Potsdam on Breite Straße, the former "Great Military Orphanage" is the city's largest preserved Baroque architectural ensemble. The building complex, situated between Breite, Dortu-, Sporn-, and Lindenstraße, was founded in 1724 by Frederick William I as an educational and training institution for soldiers' children and military orphans.Source: www.potsdam.de
Gross Glienicke Manor Park
The Gutspark Groß Glienicke (Gross Glienicke Manor Park) is a landscape park originally belonging to the Groß Glienicke manor, located at the northern end of Groß Glienicker See. The manor was owned by various noble families from the Brandenburg region.Source: www.potsdam.de
Havel
The Havel is a flow-regulated river that exhibits little to no floodplain dynamics. The weir in Brandenburg an der Havel ensures that target water levels are maintained.Source: www.potsdam.de
Havel - Alte Fahrt
The riverside promenade opposite Friendship Island stretches between the Lange Brücke (Long Bridge) and the Heilig-Geist-Spital (Holy Spirit Hospital). Along the restored quay wall, visitors can stroll from the Alte Markt (Old Market), passing flower and perennial beds, across the new bridge to Friendship Island or continue on to Große Fischerstraße.Source: www.potsdam.de
Havel - Neue Fahrt and Nuthepark
Nuthepark, located on former lowland meadows at the mouth of the Nuthe River—a previously neglected area with remnants of shipyards and old bathing facilities—is now a naturalistic landscaped park featuring play areas and open lawns.Source: www.potsdam.de
Heiliger See (Holy Lake)
The Heilige See ("Holy Lake") is a landscaped park lake, artificially connected to the Jungfernsee via the Hasengraben canal. Its shores are largely undeveloped.Source: www.potsdam.de
Hightech | Innovation
Optimising tumour therapies through AI-driven analysis of vast data sets? Using virtual backgrounds instead of green screens for film and television productions? Implanting artificial corneas that restore vision? This and much more is possible: with innovations "Made in Potsdam". Despite the diversity of these examples, they share one commonality: they are the result of close collaboration between researchers, practitioners, and businesses in Potsdam.Source: www.potsdam.de
Hiking in Potsdam and Surroundings
You can discover Potsdam and its natural beauty in a variety of ways: by bycicle, from the water or on foot. In Potsdam you can find numerous possibilities for hiking.Source: www.potsdam.de
Historic city center
A walk through Potsdam’s city center seems like a journey through time. Those arriving by boat or train start out directly at the birthplace of the city: the square Alter Markt.Source: www.potsdam.de
