Tiergarten

Tiergarten is a nature reserve in Königs Wusterhausen featuring mixed deciduous forest crossed by pathways along the Staabe River and Lake Krimmnicksee. The circular route connects the wooded areas with water landscapes, passing through different habitats as visitors walk.

King Friedrich Wilhelm I founded the area in 1725 as a hunting ground to supply game to the nearby castle. The site still reflects the structure of a Baroque hunting estate and later transformed into a protected forest area.

Ten wooden sculptures are placed along the circular trail, telling stories from the region's past and local legends. They encourage visitors to connect with the area's heritage as they walk through the forest.

The circular route is about 7.5 kilometers long and takes between 2 and 4 hours to explore. The trail starts at Königs Wusterhausen train station and is well marked, allowing visitors to walk without getting lost.

The area is home to oak trees older than 250 years that may have stood since the original hunting ground. These ancient trees are silent witnesses to the Baroque past and now create rare habitats for specialized forest animals.