Weissensee Travel Guide

Berlin

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On the outskirts of Greater Berlin find one of the city’s most picturesque neighbourhoods, named for the stunning lake at its centre.

Just a short tram ride from the city centre, find yourself in the semi-rural district of Weissensee. Built around one of Berlin’s most popular swimming lakes, the area features large wooded areas, one of Berlin’s most influential schools of art and a historic Jewish cemetery. Visit Weissensee on a summer day to enjoy swimming in the large lake or in winter for a picturesque stroll through the forest.

Translating to White Lake, Weissensee is a photogenic area. As one of Berlin’s least populated urban areas, it has managed to retain a slower pace of life than the neighboring Prenzlauer BergOpens in a new window and Pankow districts. Ride the tramline from central Berlin to this cosmopolitan area with a lively artist community. The Weissensee School of Art, one of Germany’s most respected art schools, attracts students and visitors from around the world.

Bring your bathing suit to dive into the crisp waters of the borough’s namesake lake. Extremely popular in summer, Weissensee has a designated beach area with a small admission fee. Once inside you’ll be immersed in the beach’s lively but family-friendly atmosphere. Pack a picnic to enjoy beneath the shade of a low-lying tree or have refreshments at one of the beer gardens that line the lake. Try locally made beer from the Berlin and Brandenburg areas or sample traditional German fare at one of the area’s many restaurants.

Spend an afternoon of contemplation at the Weissensee Cemetery. Covering 100 acres (40 hectares), it is one of the largest Jewish cemeteries in Europe, with over 115,000 graves. Pay your respects at memorial stones to concentration camp victims and resistant groups. Travel through the beautiful grounds to see the final resting place of notable Berliners as well as citizens who took their own lives rather than going to extermination camps.

Reach Weissensee by tram, train or bus in just 30 minutes from the city centre. Ample street parking is available in the area.


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Top hotels in Weissensee

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is ฿3,120 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿3,120
฿3,589 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,308 reviews)
"Great hotel, very walkable to public transport"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is ฿3,478 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿3,478
฿3,983 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,675 reviews)
"The bed was nice and the veiws were lovely. Was a large amount of dust in the room didnt affect anything but was noticable. Water was good little sensitive but wasnt a issue."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz

Gabriele Tergit Promenade 19, Berlin, BE
The price is ฿3,298 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,298
฿3,794 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,112 reviews)
"Good sized room with comfortable bed. Close to underground and close to tourist attractions"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz
Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum

Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum

Bülowstraße 20-22, Berlin, BE
The price is ฿2,074 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
฿2,074
฿2,386 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"People were smoking next to the entry while the doors were open. The shower head was not very clean. Everything else looked clean. The room had two single beds instead of one big bed even if it the room was for one person."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hotel Aldea Berlin Centrum
IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof

IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof

Katharina Paulus Strasse 5, Berlin, BE
The price is ฿2,967 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,967
฿3,413 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,575 reviews)
"No tea & coffee making facilities, disappointing. Did see hot water to right of reception as I was leaving. Ignore self service checkin, it wanted me to see a human after I missed my place in short checkin queue. Otherwise wonderful, a tv that worked (unusal) excellent room good size & great shower. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
TITANIC Chaussee Berlin

TITANIC Chaussee Berlin

Chaussee Str 30, Berlin
The price is ฿3,307 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,307
฿3,804 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Should be made clearer that access to the pool which features heavily in the pictures is not included and is at significant extra cost"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

TITANIC Chaussee Berlin
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Other neighbourhoods around Weissensee

Prenzlauer Berg which includes a city

Prenzlauer Berg

Travellers choose Prenzlauer Berg for its lively bars. Hop aboard the metro at Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop or Greifswalder Straße-Ostseestraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Velodrom.

Prenzlauer Berg
Lichtenberg

Lichtenberg

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lichtenberg. If sightseeing is on the list, Lido Orankesee is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Genslerstraße Tram Stop or Arendsweg Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Lichtenberg
Friedrichshain which includes outdoor art

Friedrichshain

4/5(172 area reviews)

Known for its lively bars and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Friedrichshain. Top attractions like Simon-Dach-Strasse and Boxhagener Platz are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Frankfurter Gate U-Bahn or Bersarinplatz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Friedrichshain
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Pankow

4.5/5(111 area reviews)

Travellers choose Pankow for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Rosenthaler Straße Tram Stop or Blankenfelder Straße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Schonhauser Allee Arkaden.

Pankow
Checkpoint Charlie Museum showing signage

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like East Side Gallery and Uber Arena. See more of Berlin by jumping on the metro at Gorlitzer U-Bahn or Schlesisches Tor U-Bahn.

Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Mitte featuring a city and modern architecture

Mitte

4.5/5(1,916 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Check out top attractions like Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate, and jump on the metro at Unter den Linden Station or S+U Friedrichstraße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Mitte

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