Buch

Buch is a district in Pankow defined by its medical and research focus, home to multiple hospitals and scientific institutes. The area displays a mix of older residential neighborhoods and modern health facilities that shape its character.

The settlement first appeared in records around 1342 and remained a rural village until Berlin's expansion in 1920 brought it within the city limits. The establishment of major research institutes in the following decades transformed it into a hub for scientific work.

The area carries a strong identity shaped by its long-standing connection to medical research, evident in how modern facilities are organized today. Visitors notice this scientific focus in the way buildings and infrastructure are designed around healing and discovery.

A railway station provides direct connections to central Berlin with frequent trains, making travel straightforward and quick. The area also supports pedestrian and cycling routes, so exploring on foot or by bike is accessible and manageable.

The area contains archives and small museums that document the history of research in ways visitors can explore firsthand. Those interested in medical and scientific progress will notice how this history is embedded in the buildings and layout.

Location: Pankow

Elevation above the sea: 57 m

Shares border with: Französisch Buchholz, Karow, Blankenfelde, Brandenburg, Panketal

GPS coordinates: 52.63330,13.50000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:55