Berlin's charming Peacock Island – a World Heritage Site set romantically in the River Havel. Getting there, tickets, opening hours and tips on visitBerlin.de.

Today, Peacock Island—its house, dairy, park buildings, charming footpaths with beautiful views, nearly 400 old oaks, and the oldest rose garden in Berlin—is a popular destination for leisurely strolls in peaceful surroundings.

Peacock Island (Pfaueninsel) in the Havel River is a popular day trip destination. After a short ferry ride, an enchanted world opens up to visitors. The ferry docks and the passengers quickly spread out over the beautiful green island in the southwest …

As a group, you can look forward to a visit to the enchanting pleasure house on Peacock Island, which will be open again from the end of May 2025! This architectural jewel was built in 1794 by King Frederick William II for himself and his mistress, the later Countess Lichtenau.

Jan 16, 2021 · Last weekend, I discovered a new area in the West of Berlin, near Wannsee and Grünewald, called Pfaueninsel (“Peacock Island”). Here are some reasons to visit this pretty little oasis, things to do, and how to get the most out of your trip!

Mar 3, 2023 · If you’re looking for a day trip from Berlin that’s filled with whimsy in a beautiful natural setting, Peacock Island is for you. This island, called Pfaueninsel in German, is located on the edge of Berlin but feels like a world away.

There's a small but nice island outside Berlin, not far from the House of Wannsee Conference, that you can reach easily with a small boat, the Peacock Island. It's considered a natural reserve and once you get on the other side with the boat, you'll enjoy the landascape and the view on Wannsee and the peace of this place.

Jul 30, 2023 · A good option for this is the Pfaueninsel (‘ peacock island ‘), a river island within the Havel close to the ‘border’ to Potsdam. It is since 1990 part of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage at Berlin and only accessible by ferry boat. The …

Peacock Island became a popular destination for Berliners and Potsdamers in 1830. The island has been a nature reserve since 1924. The Nazis, including Himmler and Göbbels, also liked to stay on the island and organized festivals and receptions on the island.

Oct 2, 2024 · The enchanting Peacock Island in Berlin was one of Queen Luise ‘s favourite places. A visit to the Peacock Island in Berlin is like travelling back in time. The short crossing on the ‘Luise’ ferry is the perfect and only way to experience this special garden.