Potsdam

The city stretches along the Havel River and encompasses 20 lakes within its boundaries, featuring grand palaces amid expansive parklands and gardens.

Frederick the Great transformed Potsdam into a royal residence in the 18th century, establishing architectural masterworks including the Sanssouci Palace and extensive gardens.

The Dutch Quarter contains four city blocks of red brick buildings in authentic Dutch architectural style, constructed between 1733 and 1742 for Dutch craftsmen.

Direct trains connect Potsdam to Berlin every 10 minutes, making it accessible for visitors to explore both the historical center and Babelsberg film studios.

The Glienicke Bridge between Potsdam and Berlin served as an exchange point for captured agents between Eastern and Western intelligence services during the Cold War.

Location: Brandenburg

Elevation above the sea: 35 m

Part of: agglomeration of Berlin, Berlin-Brandenburg Metropolitan Region

Shares border with: Berlin, Potsdam-Mittelmark District, Havelland District, Stahnsdorf

Website: https://potsdam.de

GPS coordinates: 52.40000,13.06667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:46