Heiligensee

Berlin

Heiligensee Nord showing signage and a city

Explore this northern medieval village on the shores of the Havel River and go swimming in the forest-fringed lake after which the district was named.

Heiligensee Nord is a tree-lined locality on Berlin’s northwestern border with Brandenburg. Framed by the pretty Havel River and the Tegel Forest, Heiligensee Nord is a popular vacation-house neighborhood for Berliners and has leafy streets full of cozy cottages. Canoe along the Havel River, explore the densely forested Brandenburg border and visit Alt-Heiligensee to explore a quaint medieval village on the banks of Lake Heiligensee.

Stroll around Heiligensee Nord’s main shopping strip and purchase ingredients for a picnic. Make your way west to reach the banks of the Havel River. You can rent a canoe and paddle your way down the river until you find a scenic spot to enjoy lunch. Much of Heiligensee Nord’s riverfront is private, but on the opposing banks in Brandenburg you can enjoy the protected shores of the Schwimmhafenwiesen nature reserve. As evening falls, be sure to save some time to experience the cozy atmosphere of a traditional German beer garden.

Heiligensee Nord is a great jumping-off point for exploring the historic streets of Alt-Heiligensee, the 13th-century village that sits between Lake Heiligensee and the Nieder-Neuendorfer See section of the Havel River. Visit the historic site of the Havel Crossing, which was used by pilgrims in the Middle Ages on their journey between St. Mary’s Church in Berlin to St. Nikolai in Wilsnack.

Walk amid magnificent old beech trees in the Tegel Forest and find the mysterious Baumberge, an inland sand dune in the middle of the forest.

Reach Heiligensee Nord by catching the suburban rail from central Berlin to Heiligensee train station, which is in the heart of Heiligensee Nord. Stop at a supermarket near the station to purchase a snack or drink. The journey from Berlin takes approximately 40 minutes. Catch the local bus from Heiligensee Nord and reach Alt-Heiligensee in 15 minutes. With beautiful river shores, pretty woodlands, a cozy atmosphere and medieval history at your fingertips, Heiligesee Nord offers a scenic getaway from busy Berlin.


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Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals

Lützowplatz 17, Berlin, BE
The price is P5,963 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P5,963
P6,859 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
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Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,275 reviews)
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"The hotel was lovely with many amenities. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Not much choice on food but the 1 night we did have food, the meal was lovely. The self-purchase shop was handy for drinks... It could be loud at night (gone 11pm) but this could be the room we were in. A little out of ..."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Hotel Berlin, Berlin, a member of Radisson Individuals
Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

4.5 out of 5
Alexanderplatz 7, Berlin, BE
The price is P6,094 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P6,094
P6,978 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
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Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,673 reviews)
Berlin stay in Alexanderplatz
"Great location, room had everything I needed, bed comfortable and great view from the 29rh floor. Down points were that the shower flooded the bathroom floor every time I used it & there was no air con. When I called I was told to "come & collect a fan from reception"."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Park Inn by Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz
InterContinental Berlin by IHG

InterContinental Berlin by IHG

Budapester Str. 2, Berlin, BE
The price is P6,895 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,895
P8,288 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

InterContinental Berlin by IHG
TITANIC Chaussee Berlin

TITANIC Chaussee Berlin

Chaussee Str 30, Berlin
The price is P5,047 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,047
P5,805 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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Book a stay at this spa hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel itself was good. Great staff and facilities , incredible gym but had to pay for pool and spa entry. Bar service was great and the restaurant was reasonable. Room was smaller than I thought but clean and modern. We had a courtyard view and it was very quiet. A fair distance from main attractions ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

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Grand Hyatt Berlin

Grand Hyatt Berlin

5 out of 5
Marlene-Dietrich-Platz 2, Berlin, BE
The price is P10,296 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P10,296
P11,843 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Berlin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"We stayed 5 nights on a holiday and I can’t praise the hotel enough - friendly staff, superior service, great (free!) breakfast and dining option, well maintained gym and perfect location just a short walk from Potsdamer Platz!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

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IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof

IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof

Katharina Paulus Strasse 5, Berlin, BE
The price is P5,027 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,027
P5,783 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,571 reviews)
No housekeeping
"The lobby staff failed to inform us that housekeeping was only on request so we did not get any - unsatisfactory. At least let us know when checking in."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

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