Altstadt Spandau

Altstadt Spandau is a historic center located on a small island between the mill race and Havel River, with narrow streets and traditional architecture. The buildings line paved streets closely together, creating a tight, intimate sense of the past.

The settlement received city privileges in 1232 from the margraves John I and Otto III, making it older than Berlin itself. This early elevation to city status shaped its development and importance in the region for centuries to come.

Saint Nicholas Church anchors the center as a place where the religious past of this area remains visible to visitors. Local crafts and traditions that shaped the people living here over centuries are still evident in the district's character.

The district is easily reached by U7 subway line at Altstadt Spandau station. The information center in the Gothic House provides a good starting point for exploring the narrow streets and historic buildings.

Along the historic wall stand 22 former horse boxes, now functioning as exhibition spaces for local artists. This unusual repurposing shows how the place preserves its history while remaining active today.