Krusenkoppel, Public park in Düsternbrook district, Kiel, Germany
Krusenkoppel is a park covering about 6 hectares in Düsternbrook with rolling terrain, mature trees, and an outdoor theater at its center. The theater holds around 2,000 people and sits between Niemannsweg and Düsternbrooker Weg, anchoring the landscape.
The land came under the care of farmer Heinrich Wilhelm Kruse in 1856, who later left it to the city of Kiel with specific conditions for its future use. This bequest shaped the site as a public gathering place with lasting intentions.
During Kiel Week, this location becomes "Spiellinie", hosting one of Europe's largest outdoor cultural programs for children and families. Many people connect this place with games, movement, and shared experiences in the open air.
The natural slopes offer winter sports opportunities, with a designated sledding run that descends over several meters and is maintained by city services. The place is easy to reach on foot and simple to navigate, with clear access from surrounding streets.
Twelve lime trees, each about 200 years old, form a distinctive ring called "The 12 Apostles" beside the theater entrance and define the character of the grounds. Many visitors discover these striking trees only upon closer approach or learn about their story from others.
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