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Spring Awakening in Potsdam – Start of the New Season
Spring is here, and with it, the city's tourist offerings are also increasing. The White Fleet ships are back on their daily routes, the smaller castles are opening after their winter break, and the Filmpark is starting its new season.
Havel ahoi!
Since March 22, the White Fleet Potsdam is back on the water daily. Guests can experience the unique cultural landscape with its castles and parks in just 90 minutes on a scenic castle tour. A special highlight is the historic steamship Gustav from 1908, which is back in service. With 55 covered seats and original coal firing, it offers a nostalgic journey on the water, just like in the past.
Upcoming highlight: Potsdam Fleet Parade and Harbor Festival on April 13.
Spring on the Pfingstberg
The Belvedere is starting its new season and will open daily (except Tuesdays) from April. Visitors can explore the early spring flowers in the historic garden and enjoy the unique view of Potsdam. This impressive structure on Pfingstberg is the perfect place to relax and kick off the cultural spring season.
Next highlight: Sunrise tour on March 30.
Active Outdoors
Spring is arriving at Volkspark Potsdam, bringing a colorful program for nature lovers of all ages. In April, creative activities, traditional Easter fires, and the first Green Break of the year will invite visitors to experience nature with all their senses. Whether building insect hotels with NABU Bornstedt, browsing at the plant market, or enjoying the Easter fire – Volkspark will become a stage for springtime encounters and discoveries.
Next highlight: Herb tour into spring on March 27.
Full Castle Splendor!
After winter, the Potsdam park landscapes come back to life. Fresh green spreads out, giving the historical gardens a special lightness. The smaller castles in Sanssouci Park are gradually opening their doors: In addition to Sanssouci Palace and the New Palace, the New Chambers will be accessible from April, and in May, Charlottenhof Palace and the Picture Gallery will follow.
Action for All Ages
With spring, the climbing season at AbenteuerPark Potsdam begins – one of the largest and most versatile climbing forests in Germany. Just five minutes from Potsdam's main station, twelve courses with over 200 exciting climbing elements await adventurers of all ages. With the continuous safety system, maximum safety is ensured. After climbing, visitors can relax at the forest café, surrounded by nature. The park is open daily during the holidays and on public holidays.
The Filmpark Babelsberg will start its new season on April 12, 2025, with action, stunt shows, and film-like experiences for the whole family.
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PMSG Potsdam Marketing und Service GmbH is entrusted with the tourism and culture marketing of the state capital Potsdam. This includes advising guests in the Tourist Information centres and via the service hotline as well as the broad portfolio of public and private tours. The PMSG congress office provides advice on all aspects of meetings, congresses and company events in Potsdam. The tourism marketing activities also include the publication of the travel magazine and podcast, but also the daily exchange on social media channels and websites.
