Velten

Velten is a town in Oberhavel District, located north of Berlin. The town spreads along the Havel River and contains residential neighborhoods alongside industrial and commercial areas from different time periods.

Velten developed as a settlement around potteries and brickworks that took advantage of the clay-rich soils in the region. The town grew in the 19th century through this ceramic production and shaped the landscape with its industrial buildings.

Velten is easily accessible by public transport and has several bus stops and a train station with connections to Berlin. The Havel River offers opportunities for walking or boating, especially during the warmer months.

The town is known as a center of ceramic production, and this tradition has left museums and historic kilns for visitors to explore. This craft heritage remains alive today in local products and workshops.

Location: Oberhavel District

Elevation above the sea: 33 m

Shares border with: Leegebruch, Hohen Neuendorf, Hennigsdorf, Oberkrämer, Oranienburg

Website: https://velten.de

GPS coordinates: 52.68822,13.17759

Latest update: December 20, 2025 13:56