Mariendorf, Residential locality in Tempelhof-Schöneberg, Germany
Mariendorf is a residential neighborhood in the Tempelhof-Schöneberg district in southern Berlin with a mix of single-family homes and apartment buildings. The area is broken up by several parks and offers schools, shops, and services for daily needs.
The place was first documented as a village in 1348 and grew slowly over the centuries. Early in the 20th century, urban development accelerated until it was absorbed into Berlin's city limits in 1920.
The name comes from Maria, mother of Jesus, and this connection is reflected in local landmarks and street names throughout the area. Residents gather regularly in public spaces and parks for daily activities and social meetings.
The area connects well to the rest of Berlin through the U6 underground line and several bus stops, making it easy to arrive and depart. Pedestrians and cyclists find wide paths and quiet streets for moving around the neighborhood.
The Trabrennbahn, a harness racing track from 1913, sits within the area and is one of only a few remaining training and racing centers of its kind in Berlin. Visitors can see the unusual sight of racing horses and trainers working at this track.
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