Vacation in the city and surrounding nature, Potsdam activities and Potsdam attractions

Thinking of a vacation in Germany most people would love to have an all-in-one-package filled with historical sights, museums, palaces and bustling city flair full of culture but also nature to relax far from the crowds - Potsdam offers it all. Starting in the city center almost everything is reachable within half an hour. The following tips show you what's to see and to do and how to combine some highlights in a trip.

Potsdam activities: Around Potsdam are many lakes for every kind of sport at the water, like sailing, kayaking, swimming etc. ... or simply relax!

• It's a good idea to rent a bike to cycle around on the banks of lake Schwielow See, there are nice opportunities for swimming or a boat trip - one of the great Potsdam activities
• Potsdam attractions: The bridge Glienicker Brücke connects Potsdam with Berlin and was an impassable border till the fall of Berlin wall. Have a nice view of Glienicke Castle grounds, Babelsberg Castle as well as Sacrower Church Heilandskirche.
• Walk through the Russian Colony Alexandrovka, pass the orthodox Church Alexander Newski and hike up to Belvedere on the Pfingstberg hill for a spectacular view over Potsdam
• Don't miss the romantic park New Garden with its Marble Palace and Cecilienhof Palace. Stop by at Meierei restaurant and brewery, it's located right by the lake Jungfernsee
• Make a shopping tour through the city, visit little boutiques and galleries in the Dutch Quarter
• A highlight for children and the whole family: visit the film park Babelsberg for an exciting view behind the scenes with live shows, stunt shows, haunted house and more

With so many options on your finger tips we recommend a stay of at least three days at this amazing place - for us a real German Place!