Pfaueninsel: Romance on the Havel
Jakob Schick
The Pfaueninsel in the Havel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and feels as though it has stepped straight out of a fairy tale. A small ferry takes you across — cars, bicycles, and dogs must be left behind on the shore. It is one of the most enchanting day trips from Berlin, easily combined with a visit to nearby Wannsee.
What to Expect
A white pleasure palace from the 18th century, an English landscape garden, free-roaming peacocks, and a stillness you will find nowhere else in Berlin. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-term resident living in one of the city's Berlin apartments, the Pfaueninsel offers a truly unique escape from everyday city life.
Getting There
Take bus 218 from S-Bahnhof Wannsee to Pfaueninsel. The ferry runs every 15 minutes. Entry to the island is free of charge.
Jakob Schick
Editor at bevoflats. Always searching for the best café around the corner.