Berlin Blog

Open Air Pool Wendenschloß

alex — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:21:03 +0000

When you are already in the Berlin “Hinterland”, the environs of Berlin, you will find this idyllic place:

At the Dahme coast (the river has a good water quality) is a beach with sand, ping-pong tables, a playground for the children and a book rental. If you go to Wendenschloß monday to friday and avoid the weekends you will find a wonderful relaxing place in the middle of nowhere.

Plash in the Europa-Center

alex — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:09:48 +0000

If you like to snuggle into the bathrobe with pleasure you might like the thermal springs in the Europa-Center.

In this Wellness-Paradise you can swim, enjoy a massage, or have a sauna.

The special thing about this bath is the view: You are above the city of Berlin during all your activities. And when you are really tired from relaxing, you can have a snack in the restaurant of the bath.

Outdoor swimming in the Olympic Stadium

alex — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:33:53 +0000

Overwhelming architecture and imperialistic tribune: The outdoor Swimming Area of the former Olympic Stadium will remain in your mind if you have been once swimming there on the 50m-competition track.

In addition, you will find a 10m-tower for jumping and of course a Pool for nonswimmers as well as for babies.

“Badeschiff” (Swimming Pool on a Boat)

alex — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:11:49 +0000

This is recycling: Take a boat, fill it with water, and use ist as a 32m-pool.

Welcome to the “Badeschiff” which is much more than just a filled boat: Relax in deck-chairs at the artificial beach, listen to electro or house tunes, have a tasty cocktail. Swim day or night, when a concert takes place on the shore.

Club “Weekend”

alex — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:38:00 +0000

The “Weekend” is located at Alexanderplatz, on top of the “Haus des Reisens”.

The Club has a rooftop terrace and exclusive furniture which was honored 2006 with the Berlin Architecture Prize. On floor 15, there is a dance-floor, bar and lounge with a incredible panorama view over Berlin.

Park Inn Hotel Panorama Terrace

alex — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:01:51 +0000

Park Inn Hotel, Berlin Alexanderplatz

Why pay too much when you can have it cheap? For less than 5 Euro entry and another few Euros available: Elevator with ride to 39. floor, deck chairs, panoramic view over east Berlin 150 meters above the ground, coffee, cold drinks and a little rest.

Nola’s am Weinberg

alex — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:43:58 +0000

Nola's am Weinberg

Imagine a restaurant with swiss-mediterranean kitchen, friendly service, and the feeling of being in a cosy ski lodge (inside) or a hiking hut (outside). Spend some time in the sun, calm down and refresh on top of a nice and small park.

Occupied House at Rosenthaler Platz

alex — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:36:46 +0000

Occupied house at Rosenthaler Platz

One of Berlin’s last occupied houses can be found at the Rosenthaler Platz. Standing directly at the park turn around so that your back faces the green and you will face the house.

Afterwards have a drink at “Nola’s am Weinberg” which is just up the park.