Köpenick

Köpenick is a locality in southeast Berlin within the Treptow-Köpenick district and spreads across three islands shaped by the Dahme and Spree rivers. The area combines historic street blocks with wide pine forests and shoreline zones along the large Müggelsee.

The settlement began in the 12th century as residence of the Slavic prince Jaxa and later became part of the Margraviate of Brandenburg. In the 20th century the place gained worldwide attention through the deception of a disguised shoemaker.

The name comes from a Slavic word for island and recalls the original position between the rivers. Today locals walk along the waterfront paths and sit in cafes by the water watching excursion boats pass by.

The S-Bahn and several tram lines connect the area with central Berlin and ease arrival. Visitors exploring the waterside areas should wear comfortable shoes and plan time for paths through parks and woodland sections.

A large skate park called Mellowpark sits in this district and draws skaters from across Europe. The facility offers ramps and areas for different skill levels on a sprawling outdoor site.

Location: Treptow-Köpenick

Elevation above the sea: 32 m

Shares border with: Rahnsdorf, Mahlsdorf, Adlershof, Grünau, Friedrichshagen, Müggelheim, Oberschöneweide, Kaulsdorf, Biesdorf, Karlshorst, Niederschöneweide

GPS coordinates: 52.44583,13.57722

Latest update: December 13, 2025 15:45