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Strausberg
ℹ️Practical info — Strausberg
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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💡 Tips
- The Straussee ferry is one of the few electrically operated passenger ferries with an overhead line in Europe; take a ride for a unique experience.
- Parking near the Altstadt can be limited; use the parking lots near the S-Bahn station and walk.
- The water in the Straussee is very clear, but access to the shore is restricted in some areas; stick to the designated swimming spots.
- Combine a visit with a ride on the historic Strausberger Eisenbahn (tram) connecting the S-Bahn to the town center.
🍽 Food
Look for seafood restaurants right on the shore of the Straussee.
Grab a fresh pretzel or plum cake from one of the bakeries in the Altstadt.
Try local pork roasts at traditional inns near the market square.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
The main shopping street in the old town features small local shops and boutiques.
Check out the local produce and regional specialties on market days.
Take a peaceful stroll along the water, especially beautiful at sunset.
Walk along the remains of the historic stone city wall for a quiet escape.
Water temperature…
Strausberg, widely recognized as the “green city on the lake,” features a scenic retreat located just east of Berlin. The town borders the pristine waters of the Straussee and is enveloped by extensive pine forests. The historic center retains a distinct medieval atmosphere, anchored by the early Gothic architecture of the Marienkirche. Significant stretches of the original, massive fieldstone town wall remain intact, tracing the boundaries of the old settlement. The town's most unusual technical attraction is the Strausseefähre, an electric cable ferry that has been silently gliding across the lake since 1894, making it a rare piece of European transit history. In addition to its natural and medieval appeal, Strausberg has deep military and aviation roots. The local airfield supports sports aviation and a museum, while the town itself serves as a major operational command center for the German Armed Forces. Extensive lakeside trails provide excellent conditions for uninterrupted nature walks.
- Location: Brandenburg, Germany
- Top sights: Straussee · Straussee Ferry · Stadtmuseum Strausberg
- Nearby: Altlandsberg (10 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 53 | 38 | 41 | 29 | 53 | 57 | 81 | 58 | 48 | 48 | 50 | 47 |
Geography
Facts
- Operates the only cable-suspended electric ferry in Europe.
- Hosts the German Army Command (Bundeswehr).
- It is the gateway to the 'Märkische Schweiz' nature park.
- The first documented mention of the city dates back to 1254.
- The historic center is surrounded by medieval defense walls.
- The Straussee lake is up to 20 meters deep.
- The local tram line is integrated into Berlin's transport network.
- It was a center for ammunition production during the world wars.
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Sights in the town Strausberg (9)
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A modern sports and leisure pool in Strausberg with swimming basins and a wellness area.
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