Villa Colony Walking Tour in Berlin-Lichterfelde West
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About this Tour
During this city tour in Lichterfelde, you will discover one of the most beautiful villa colonies in Berlin. Magnificent suburban villas, decorated wooden front doors, small turrets and large gardens await you in Lichterfelde West. Cobblestones, old chestnuts and linden trees give the district its special charm.
Since the 1860s, the villa colony just outside Berlin has developed into a retreat for wealthy city dwellers. The entrepreneur Johann Anton Wilhelm von Carstenn planned an elegant residential district in the countryside here. Lichterfelde still inspires today with its architectural diversity, from castle style to brick Gothic to Art Nouveau and Neo-Renaissance. On the 2.5-hour tour, you will explore the most beautiful examples around Drakestraße and learn exciting background information about the development of the district.
Details to remember
What to bring to the tour?
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Comfortable shoes for the walk
What is included in this tour?
- 2.5-hour guided city tour through Lichterfelde West
- Exciting background information about the villa colony
- Architectural and urban history expertise
Team events and private groups
Location and accessibility
Steps of the tour
- Meeting point on the station forecourt S Lichterfelde West
- Welcome and introduction to the history of the villa colony
- Guided walk through Lichterfelde West (approx. 2.5 hours)
- Visit impressive suburban villas on both sides of Drake Street
- Insights into various architectural styles such as castle style, brick Gothic, Art Nouveau and Neo-Renaissance
- Background information on Johann Anton Wilhelm von Carstenn and urban development in the 19th century
- Time for questions and exchange ideas during the tour
Who should take part in this tour?
The city tour in Lichterfelde is suitable for architecture and history enthusiasts, Berlin fans and anyone who wants to discover quiet neighborhoods away from the hustle and bustle. Also suitable for Berliners who want to get to know their city in a new way.
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