Teltow Canal

The Teltow Canal is a waterway in southern Berlin that extends across several kilometers through different municipalities, linking various water systems together. The waterway features multiple locks and mooring points that allow boats to navigate through the region.

The canal was planned around 1900 and officially opened in 1906 after construction was completed under Emperor Wilhelm II. It was created to ease trade between different regions and improve Berlin's infrastructure.

The towpath alongside the canal is today a place where people walk, cycle, and spend time by the water. The green spaces around it matter to local residents and visitors as a natural retreat from the city.

The canal is easily accessible to pedestrians and cyclists along towpaths that are available at regular intervals. The best time to visit is from spring through autumn, when the weather is pleasant and infrastructure can be fully enjoyed.

When the canal was created, it made use of existing water streams and lakes in the region, which shaped its construction. This practical approach made building more efficient because natural water resources were cleverly integrated into the system.

Location: Berlin

Location: Kleinmachnow

Location: Stahnsdorf

Location: Potsdam

Location: Teltow

Elevation above the sea: 31 m

Part of: national waterways in Germany

GPS coordinates: 52.44639,13.47056

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:04