Königs Wusterhausen

Königs Wusterhausen is a medium-sized district town in Dahme-Spreewald southeast of Berlin and includes several neighborhoods such as Diepensee, Kablow, Niederlehme, Senzig, Wernsdorf, Zeesen and Zernsdorf. The municipal area sits at around 36 meters (118 feet) above sea level and stretches along the Dahme River.

The settlement received its first written mention in 1320 and passed as a fief to the noble Schlieben family during the 15th century. Later the place developed into an important site for communication technology and grew steadily throughout the 20th century.

The public library houses a wide range of media for all age groups and has served for many decades as a meeting point for readers and families. Visitors can use the facility for research or simply browse the shelves in peace.

Regional trains and S-Bahn lines connect the town with Berlin and surrounding communities, while proximity to highways and Berlin Brandenburg Airport makes arrival easier. Visitors can move between the different neighborhoods using public transport or bicycle.

The first German radio transmitter began operations here in 1920 and thereby enabled the start of broadcasting in Germany. This technical milestone attracted international attention and changed the media landscape permanently.

Location: Dahme-Spreewald District

Inception: 1320

Elevation above the sea: 36 m

Shares border with: Mittenwalde, Schönefeld

Website: https://koenigs-wusterhausen.de

GPS coordinates: 52.29167,13.62500

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:49