Großer Tiergarten

The Großer Tiergarten spans 210 hectares with tree-lined paths, ornamental ponds, open meadows, and numerous monuments throughout the landscaped grounds in Berlin's center.

Originally established in 1527 as a royal hunting reserve, the area transformed into a public garden in 1740 when Frederick II commissioned architect Georg von Knobelsdorff.

The park contains significant landmarks including the Victory Column, Bellevue Palace, House of World Cultures, and multiple sculptures representing different periods of German history.

The park features dedicated areas for sports, cycling paths, picnic spaces, beer gardens, cafes, and remains accessible through S-Bahn stations Tiergarten and Bellevue.

Each winter between 1945 and 1946, Berliners cut down nearly every tree in the park for fuel, leading to a remarkable reforestation effort starting in 1949.

Location: Bezirk Mitte von Berlin

Inception: 16 century

Architects: Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff, Justus Ehrenreich Sello, Peter Joseph Lenné, Eduard Neide, Wilhelm Alverdes

Elevation above the sea: 37 m

Address: Str. des 17. Juni, 10785 Berlin, Germany 10785 Berlin

Opening Hours: 24/7

Phone: +4930901833101

Website: https://berlin.de/senuvk/berlin_tipps/grosser_tiergarten

GPS coordinates: 52.51667,13.36667

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:02