English Info
Schlossgarten Petzow
A Paradise in Brandenburg
Petzow manor house gardens, a gem on the shore of Schwielowsee, the outermost point of Potsdam’s architectural and horticultural ensemble has come back to life.
Overview
Considered a magical place in the Bronze Age, turned into a “walled garden” in the 19th century, it has now blossomed again after a long and eventful history.
It took more than 25 years to overcome the 1946 decreed subdivision of the palace garden, to gradually buy the sections, to reconnect them and thus to win back the historical garden space.
After the decline in the 1980s and the neglect in the 1990s, the garden designers have succeeded in creating an enchanting paradise.
A piece of garden culture has returned to Brandenburg.
A team of architects have increased the charm of the garden even further with the first two outbuildings and the small, fairytale-like apiary.
Even if only half of the valid development plan has been implemented so far and many ideas are still lying dormant, visitors will be able to access the garden from 2022 on.
Opening Hours
May – October
Saturdays and Sundays
Guided tours at 1:30 p.m.
in case of high demand additionally at 3:30 p.m.
Information
Visits to the gardens are currently only possible as part of guided tours. If possible, please book your tour online. Any remaining tickets can be purchased on the day of the tour at the Drei Kaehne café opposite the manor house gate.
Please note that not all paths are paved. Appropriate footwear is recommended.
Guided tours in English are available on request if you purchase the entire ticket contingent for one appointment. Alternatively, you can arrange a separate appointment with us.
Address
Zelterstraße 4 C, 14542 Werder (Havel), Ortsteil Petzow
“Petzow is a place not of relative but of absolute beauty.”
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Theodor Fontane
How To Get Here
Access via the A10
Exit to Ferch. In Ferch follow Beelitzer Str., Mühlengrund, Glindower Weg to Petzow. A detailed description of the route can be found here.
Arrival from Potsdam
Out of town via Zeppelinstr. to Geltow. At Holländermühle turn left to Petzow. A detailed description of the route can be found here.
Arrival by public transport / bicycle
From Potsdam main station or Werder station take the 607 bus to Petzow Schlosspark. Rental bikes are available at both train stations. Alternatively via the river Havel from Potsdam with the Weisse Flotte.
Garden Guidelines
Enter the garden at your own risk.
Please follow the instructions of our supervisory staff.
Tickets and bags can be checked.
Children under the age of 10 are only allowed in the garden when accompanied by an adult.
Do not remove any plants or parts of plants, fruits, mushrooms, or seeds.
Warning: The pond is deep. There is a risk of drowning.
The complete German version of these provisions is binding.