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Summer in Berlin

Hot tips for long summer days

Romantic break of two cyclists at Lake Rummelsburg in Berlin
Lake Rummelsburg promenade © visitBerlin, Foto: Dagmar Schwelle

Where to go in those sunny summer days?

Berlin summer means balmy evenings on the rooftop terraces above the city lights, cool bathing lakes, unforgettable visits to the open-air cinema and much more. You can travel flexibly by bike in summer and explore the city's neighbourhoods on bike tours. Charming excursion destinations in Berlin's surrounding area are waiting to be explored by you.

Highlights during the Summer

What's going on in Berlin this summer? We have put together the biggest highlights for you. First and foremost, the big anniversary that Berlin is celebrating this year: 200 years of Museum Island. Look forward to an exciting accompanying programme!

 

Plunge into the water: bathing lakes and boat trips

Spree and Landwehrkanal, Müggelsee and Wannsee: Berlin is a green city full of lakes and rivers. Every Berliner has a favourite spot by the water. The best way to get to know Berlin's lake landscape is on a boat trip.

Or you can cruise directly along the sights. And while we're on the subject of water: Even if Berlin is only almost by the sea, pack your swimming trunks and head to one of the many lakes in and around Berlin. Our swimming map shows you the shortest routes to the most beautiful lakes.

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Our favourite places

Which places are particularly beautiful in Berlin during summer? We have compiled our very own list of favourite places for you. From the hip beach bar to the comfortable beer garden, from the famous open-air cinema to the cool roof terrace. As well as places where you get a particularly good view when the sun slowly sets over Berlin. 

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The taste of summer

In summer, life in Berlin takes place outside - with the first rays of sunshine, the cafés and restaurants put their chairs out on the pavements and squares. You can sit and relax under shady trees in Berlin's Beer gardens or directly on the water. On the rooftop terraces enjoy the Berlin summer evening with a great view over the city.

"Berlin ahoy" is the motto in the beach bars with sand underfoot and a panoramic view of the Spree. And with each new summer season, you can sample the most delicious creations at the ice cream parlours.

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Berlin summer evenings

Bury your feet in the sand and cast your eyes over the Spree: relish the typical Berlin combination of city life and holiday in the Berlin beach bars. Climb up high in the clubs and restaurants on the roof terraces of the city. And let’s not forget the open-air stages which await you in the summer months.

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