Fürstenwalde

Fürstenwalde is a town in Brandenburg's Oder-Spree District, sitting along the Spree River between the capital and the Polish border. The municipal center combines older facades with more recent structures that house administrative offices and public services.

Documents from the late 13th century mention a settlement near a river crossing that later grew into a trading hub along the waterway. From 1373 to the mid-16th century the town served as a bishop's seat before losing its ecclesiastical role.

The St Mary's Cathedral, a former bishop's seat from 1373 to 1555, stands at the center of Fürstenwalde as a testament to medieval architecture.

Visitors can reach the town by rail using the line connecting the capital with the border city or by motorway using Bundesautobahn 12. Walking through the old town reveals signage pointing toward landmarks and public facilities.

A large solar park on the edge of town generates enough electricity to supply several thousand households and ranks among the most powerful installations in the region. The panels cover open ground that once served military purposes.

Location: Oder-Spree District

Elevation above the sea: 43 m

Website: https://fuerstenwalde-spree.de

GPS coordinates: 52.36667,14.06667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:31