Start your Potsdam adventure at the magnificent Sanssouci Palace. Once the summer residence of Frederick the Great, this UNESCO-listed Rococo masterpiece is surrounded by terraced vineyards and grand gardens—an absolute must-see.

Sanssouci Palace

Stroll through the lush Sanssouci Park, exploring its elegant fountains, sculptures, and hidden architectural gems like the Chinese House and the Picture Gallery.

Sanssouci Park

Pause for lunch at Krongut Bornstedt, a beautiful historic estate with a traditional beer garden, serving hearty Brandenburg cuisine and local brews right by the palace park.

Krongut Bornstedt

Unwind at the charming Holländisches Viertel (Dutch Quarter), a picturesque neighborhood of red-brick gabled houses, boutique shops, and cozy cafés perfect for an evening stroll and dinner.

Holländisches Viertel

Begin your day at the grand Neues Palais, an opulent Baroque palace with lavish interiors and stunning ballrooms, built to display the might of Prussia at the end of the Seven Years’ War.

Neues Palais

Experience Potsdam’s multicultural past at Alexandrowka, a scenic Russian colony of wooden houses surrounded by gardens and fruit trees, with a Russian Orthodox church at its heart.

Alexandrowka

Enjoy a traditional Russian lunch at Café du Kaiser, nestled among the wooden cottages, serving blini and homemade cakes in a cozy atmosphere.

Café du Kaiser

As the sun sets, visit the iconic Glienicke Bridge—the “Bridge of Spies”—where East and West once exchanged Cold War agents, and enjoy panoramic river views.

Glienicke Bridge

Begin at the innovative Biosphäre Potsdam, a tropical greenhouse teeming with exotic plants, butterflies, and birds—perfect for families and nature lovers.

Biosphäre Potsdam

Explore the cutting-edge Filmpark Babelsberg, a theme park and studio celebrating Potsdam’s cinematic legacy, with stunt shows, film sets, and hands-on exhibits for all ages.

Filmpark Babelsberg

Have lunch at Die Alte Fritz, a riverside restaurant known for its fresh fish and regional specialties, offering lovely views of the Havel.

Die Alte Fritz

Wrap up your trip with a peaceful walk along Heiliger See, a tranquil lake surrounded by elegant villas and leafy parks—a favorite spot for locals to picnic or watch the sunset.

Heiliger See