Volkspark Mariendorf

Volkspark Mariendorf is a large green space spanning 13 hectares with three lakes, winding pathways, fountains, and rose gardens distributed throughout. A 10,000-seat stadium anchors the grounds, with additional sports facilities and a swimming pool at the eastern edge.

The park was built between 1923 and 1931 after community leader Wilhelm Hugo Westphal acquired land parcels using municipal funding. This development made it part of the public green space projects of that era.

The park serves as a gathering place where locals enjoy outdoor activities and community events throughout the year. The Rocktreff music competition in the stadium has become an important social event that draws amateur musicians and crowds from across the city.

The park is easy to navigate on foot, with clear pathways leading past lakes and sports facilities. Visitors should note that some areas may have varying access depending on the season or scheduled events.

The park's sledding hill grew 10 meters higher after World War II when war debris was buried there between 1952 and 1954. This layer of rubble remains visible beneath the grass and carries the story of the city's recovery.

Location: Tempelhof-Schöneberg

Architects: Erwin Barth

GPS coordinates: 52.44361,13.39528

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:50