The aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns wafts through the streets of Berlin, simply irresistible, sweet and tempting. Whether classic Swedish-style, vegan, gluten-free or with creative toppings, there are countless cafés and bakeries in the capital that serve this popular pastry fresh from the tray. We have collected 11 places for you where cinnamon buns not only taste good, but also promise real moments of indulgence, from breakfast to a coffee break to a sweet snack in between. Immerse yourself in the sweet side of Berlin and let yourself be tempted!
Tip 1: Let yourself be seduced by the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns
Berlin thrives on craftsmanship, flavours and indulgence, and at Zeit für Brot you can feel this immediately. In the glass-fronted bakery, you can look over the baker's shoulder while freshly baked sourdough fills the room. Every baked item is made with love, organic ingredients and genuine craftsmanship. Whether it's crusty bread or moist cinnamon buns, here you can experience how tradition, sustainability and enjoyment merge in a modern way. Come by, be inspired and enjoy real Berlin baking art!
When: Monday to Friday 7am - 8pm, Saturday 8am - 8pm, Sunday 8am - 6pm (some branches also open until 7pm or 8pm)
Where: Alte Schönhauser Straße 4 and Weinbergsweg 2 in Mitte; Eberswalder Straße 26, Pankow; Konstanzer Straße 1, Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf; Savignyplatz 9, Charlottenburg
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Tip 2: Enjoy handmade cinnamon buns for breakfast
Friedenau shows how Berlin breakfast culture can taste really sweet. At LULA Bäckerei, everything revolves around handmade pastries, sourdough bread and perfect cinnamon buns. Long proofing times, fresh ingredients and natural processes ensure a flavour you won't forget. Whether it's crusty bread, fluffy cinnamon buns or homemade pizza, everything can be perfectly combined with excellent coffee or refreshing drinks. Start your day here full of enjoyment and joie de vivre.
When: Daily 8.30 am - 8 pm
Where: Lauterstraße 14, Tempelhof-Schöneberg
Tip 3: Cinnamon buns with a view from the roof terrace
Berlin combines urbanity and flavour, and you can experience this literally at Spreegold. In addition to pancakes, bowls and Eggs Benedict, you'll be tempted by fluffy cinnamon buns straight from the bakery. Enjoy them with a cappuccino or flat white on the roof terrace of Bikini Berlin, with a unique view of the zoo and Kurfürstendamm. This turns your coffee break into a mini holiday in the middle of the city. Don't miss out on this sweet experience!
When: Sunday to Thursday 8.30 am - 9 pm, Friday & Saturday 8.30 am - 10 pm
Where: Rosa-Luxemburg-Straße 2, Mitte
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Tip 4: Pure craftsmanship - sourdough cinnamon buns at Domberger Brot-Werk
At Domberger Brot-Werk, you can experience Berlin's baking tradition up close. Everything is made by hand, with real sourdough and plenty of time for flavour. Tuesday is cinnamon bun day: the freshly baked buns are juicy, flavourful and perfectly balanced between sweetness and light acidity. Other delicacies such as hazelnut buns, tube noodles and steamed noodles are also waiting to be discovered. Here you can feel how passion and craftsmanship come together.
When: Monday 12 - 6.30 pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8 am - 6.30 pm, Friday 8 am - 6 pm, Saturday 8 am - 1 pm
Where: Essener Straße 11, centre
Tip 5: Classic meets creative - cinnamon buns in Neukölln & Kreuzberg
Berlin loves variety, even when it comes to sweet treats. At "Die Zimtschnecke", the classic pastry is reinterpreted: In addition to cinnamon & sugar, creative flavours such as Oreo, Lotus Biscoff or Kinder Bueno await you. The family business combines craftsmanship with an artistic passion that you can feel in every bite. The perfect combination of tradition and innovation makes every visit an experience - and you can choose between two locations.
When: In Neukölln: Tuesday to Friday 6 am - 7.30 pm, Saturday & Sunday 8 am - 7.30 pm & In Kreuzberg: Tuesday to Sunday 11 am - 7.30 pm
Where: Reichenberger Straße 107, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg; Sonnenallee 330, Neukölln
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Tip 6: Sweet happiness with a heart - at Hey Schnecke in Schöneberg
Berlin is colourful and lively - just like the cinnamon buns at Hey Schnecke. Here you can experience how creativity, passion and craftsmanship merge. Classic flavours such as cinnamon, apple-cinnamon or chocolate will have you indulging, while croissants, cakes and fresh juices provide variety. The lovingly designed interior invites you to linger. A place where pleasure and well-being come together and you can experience the sweet side of Berlin up close.
When: Winterfeldtstraße: daily 10 am - 6 pm; Viktoria-Luise-Platz: daily 9 am - 7 pm
Where: Winterfeldtstraße 46, Tempelhof-Schöneberg; Viktoria-Luise-Platz 11, Tempelhof-Schöneberg
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Tip 7: Creative Cinnarollz and coffee bliss
If you want to experience the sweet side of Berlin, Chikz Rollz is the perfect mix of tradition and creativity. This is where classic cinnamon rolls meet modern flavours. In a relaxed atmosphere, you can try the many different flavours and enjoy a cup of coffee. Whether it's a snack between meals or a sweet highlight for the day - every bite here is a little moment of happiness.
When: Daily 9 am - 10 pm
Where: Potsdamer Straße 124, Tempelhof-Schöneberg
Chikz Rollz
Tip 8: Enjoy gluten-free - at Oshione in Kreuzberg
Berlin has something for every taste. At Oshione, everything revolves around handmade, 100% gluten-free baked goods. From classic bread and croissants to sweet cinnamon swirls - everything is made from natural ingredients. Here you can experience conscious indulgence without compromising on flavour. For all those who want to eat well and feel good, Oshione is a sweet insider tip in the centre of Kreuzberg.
When: Daily 9 am - 6 pm
Where: Katzbachstraße 25, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Tip 9: Tradition meets innovation - Bajwa's artisan bakery in Pankow
In Pankow, you can experience Berlin baking art that connects generations. Brothers Fahad and Umar and their father put their hearts and experience into creating cinnamon and cardamom buns, croissants, pain au chocolat and carefully selected coffee. Artisan baked goods meet creative ideas here, making every visit a small feast for the palate and soul. Come by and experience the diversity of Berlin's artisan baking.
When: Monday 7 am - 4 pm, Tuesday to Friday 7 am - 6 pm, Saturday 7 am - 1 pm, Sunday 11 am - 4 pm
Where: Kissingenstraße 4, Pankow
Tip 10: Experience organic baking in Berlin
Berlin loves sustainable enjoyment, and at Beumer & Lutum you can feel it in every cinnamon bun. The bakery has been focussing on organic ingredients and artisan quality since 1993. Traditional craftsmanship meets modern standards of sustainability, regionality and flavour. The vegan cinnamon buns in particular are a highlight for anyone who wants to savour a conscious treat. Come by and let yourself be enchanted by genuine Berlin organic baked goods.
When: Monday to Friday 7 am - 6 pm, Saturday & Sunday 7 am - 2 pm
Where: Cuvrystraße 22, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
Tip 11: Next-level cinnamon buns - CINNAMOOD in Berlin
Berlin is all about experimentation - and CINNAMOOD shows just how creative cinnamon buns can be. Classic, fruity or with unusual specialities such as salted caramel or Black Forest kirsch - here you can experience how tradition meets innovation. The stores are lifestyle spots that combine feel-good moments, coffee and creative flavour experiences. Taste your way through the "next-level rolls" and discover the sweet side of Berlin at the highest level.
When:
In Mitte: Monday to Saturday 9.30 am - 8.30 pm, Sunday 10 am - 8 pm,
In Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf: Monday to Thursday 9.30 am - 8.30 pm, Friday & Saturday 9.30 am - 10 pm and Sunday 10 am - 7.30 pm,
In Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg: Monday to Thursday 8 am - 9 pm, Friday 8 am - midnight, Saturday 9 am - midnight and Sunday 9 am - 9 pm
Where: Oranienburger Straße 8, Mitte; Kurfürstendamm 20, Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf; Kopernikusstraße 18A, Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg
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