Kleinmachnow

Kleinmachnow is a municipality in Potsdam-Mittelmark district, located southwest of Berlin along the Teltow Canal. The settlement spreads across wooded terrain interspersed with residential neighborhoods and waterways that flow through the forested landscape.

The area became a settlement in the 14th century near a creek crossing where medieval knights built fortifications to control movement along the route. After World War II, the municipality found itself at the border between East and West Berlin, remaining separated from the western district of Zehlendorf by the canal.

The municipality maintains several educational institutions, community centers, and recreational spaces that support local gatherings and social activities throughout the year.

The municipality connects to Berlin via public transit and offers cycling routes along the canal and through surrounding woodlands. Walks along the waterways are possible year-round, with spring and autumn offering comfortable temperatures for exploring the forested paths.

During the Berlin Wall era, only three bridges crossed the canal to reach the municipality, limiting access for decades. This geographic constraint shaped daily routines for residents who relied on these few connections to move between the town and the surrounding region.

Location: Potsdam-Mittelmark District

Elevation above the sea: 45 m

Shares border with: Berlin, Steglitz-Zehlendorf, Teltow, Stahnsdorf

Website: https://kleinmachnow.de

GPS coordinates: 52.40361,13.22028

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:42