
The paddling pool at Lake Weißer See in Pankow provides fun for the whole family on hot days.
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Water shapes life in Berlin, a city crisscrossed by the Spree, canals and dozens of lakes. From swimming and boating to riverside bars and lakeside beaches, water offers relaxation, sport and scenery in every corner of the capital.
This overview gathers Berlin locations by the water, from lakes and rivers to canals, lidos and marinas. Some focus on swimming and watersports, others on boat trips, waterside dining and relaxed days by the shore.
Browse the places below to find the best water spots in Berlin, compare options and prices, and plan your visit.

The paddling pool at Lake Weißer See in Pankow provides fun for the whole family on hot days.





Is there anything better than discovering Berlin from the water when the weather is right? The company Stern- und Kreisschiffahrt offers you a cruise on one their boats.









The small island of Kyritz invites married couples on their anniversary to a cozy time in a log cabin with a special and romantic flair.



The Grillboot ("Grill Boat") is a funny way not only to surprise your friends but also your special someone!

In the middle of the nice Volkspark Friedrichshain you will find a great splashing pool to have fun.



Diving has long since become a trend sport and is much more than the usual snorkeling in a tourist resort!


Located directly at the Tiergarten lock in Charlottenburg, where excursion boats pass by on the Landwehrkanal, lies one of Berlin's most famous beer gardens. The Schleusenkrug combines beer garden culture with a true water view, a solid grill assortment, and a history dating back to the post-war era.







Those who want to discover Berlin and Brandenburg from the water will find the perfect fleet in Niederlehme near Königs Wusterhausen: Nautilus Houseboat Charter rents modern designer houseboats, most of which are license-free, with panoramic glazing and a spacious terrace for up to six people.


Watching football with sand between your toes: Strandbad Wendenschloss in Köpenick transforms into Berlin's most relaxed open-air arena for the 2026 World Cup, right on Langer See. Water, beach chairs, and LED screen included.



The guesthouse Pension Havelfloß is a unique and hotel with an unusual concept located by the Havel in Brandenburg.

The small Frühstückshaus Mavera ("Breakfast House Mavera") is located slightly hidden on Reinickendorf's Schäfersee and offers next to German and Turkish breakfast also a vegetarian start into the day.

Sunshine and blue skies - what could be nicer than riding a boat on the water, for example with "Rent a Boat Berlin" in Treptow.




Located directly on Lindenstraße in Köpenick, ALS Boat Rental offers motorboats, houseboats, rafts, and canoes ready to explore Berlin's waters. Enjoy a license-free journey on the Dahme, Müggelspree, or Müggelsee: Your easy start into Berlin's water life begins here.





Directly at the Spandau lock, opposite the Citadel, lies one of Berlin's most central boat rental services. The Altstadthafen Berlin-Spandau is the starting point for tours on both the Havel and Spree, with a fleet ranging from cozy pedal boats to fully equipped houseboats.


In 1994 a stone-paved area was beautified with a large water playground.



In the heart of Dahlem, where palms grow up to the glass ceiling and the air is heavy and warm, the Great Tropical House in the Botanical Garden awaits all those looking for a first date with a jungle atmosphere. Over 100 years of history, lianas hanging from the dome, and a climate that feels as if you've just traveled to a distant continent.






Float Berlin Mitte offers a unique combination of floating and high-quality massages in a central Berlin location. In two private saltwater pools, visitors experience absolute weightlessness and deep relaxation that regenerates both body and mind.
Top10 Club Perk
Exclusive for Top10 Club members
Value ~ €26






The boat restaurant Windflüchter is a historical steam boat that can be rented for events like birthday parties and weddings. The beach bar Hafenbar next to is open all year reound and offers drinks, snacks and in summer barbecue.

During the Skipper's Brunch on the MS Sanssouci, guests can expect an extensive boat tour past the capital's most important sights, combined with a rich buffet. The three-hour trip from Treptower Hafen offers culinary classics as well as changing hot and cold dishes for the whole family.

Located in the heart of Kreuzberg, firmly anchored in Urbanhafen on the Landwehrkanal, the restaurant ship van Loon combines maritime ambiance on a historic two-master with fresh fish specialties and water views. A chic restaurant on the water, showing Berlin from its most tranquil side.





Anyone who wants to experience Berlin from the water should start directly in Spandau: Marina Lanke Houseboat Charter is located on the Scharfe Lanke, Berlin's largest yacht harbour, and sends its guests on Silent class houseboats into the aquatic world between the Havel, Müritz, and Brandenburg lake district.

A floating fine-dining restaurant directly on the Spree in Moabit: PATIO serves upscale, seasonal-regional cuisine by chef Christopher Kümper on three elegant decks by the water.