Schlossgarten Charlottenburg is the historic garden behind Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin. First laid out for Electress Sophie Charlotte in 1697, it gives you room to walk or cycle among lawns, trees, statues, flowers, a fountain and a pond with ducks and swans. The garden is free to enter, so you can enjoy the palace’s garden-facing exterior without a ticket for the interiors. Walk about 500 to 700 metres into the grounds to find a small bridge with a memorable view back toward the palace.
A royal garden dating to 1697
The garden behind Charlottenburg Palace was first laid out in 1697 for Electress Sophie Charlotte. Its early design was a Baroque garden, and the grounds remain a place to see the palace in a green setting.
The garden is separate from the palace interiors for entry purposes. You can walk through the grounds without buying a ticket to tour inside the palace.
Walk beyond the palace
The garden feels spacious as you move farther from the palace. Walking or cycling lets you take in its changing views, from open lawns and mature trees to statues, flowers and water.
The small bridge about 500 to 700 metres into the grounds is a useful point to aim for. It gives you a distinct view back toward the palace, and makes a natural pause on a longer walk.
Water, wildlife and family stops
A fountain and pond add water to the garden’s open landscape. Ducks and swans gather around the pond, and goats and sheep can also be seen in the park.
Families can make time for the playground, which includes a zipline. Seasonal events and festivals may also take place, so check the calendar before planning your visit.
Finding the entrance
Look for the garden entrance to the left of the palace, behind the museum. The garden may remain accessible later than the palace, but check current access information before setting out.
If you are sensitive to insects, an earlier visit may be more comfortable. Hornets have been reported around sunset.
FAQ
Is Schlossgarten Charlottenburg free to enter?
Yes. You can walk through the garden without buying a ticket for the palace interiors.
Where is the garden entrance?
It is to the left of Charlottenburg Palace, behind the museum.
How long should I allow for a visit?
The grounds are expansive, and the time needed depends on how far you walk or cycle. The input does not give a typical visit length.
What can children do in the garden?
There is a playground with a zipline.
