Ahrensfelde Hills

The Ahrensfelde Hills (Ahrensfelder Berge) are the fourth highest elevation in Berlin and offer a wide-reaching view.

At 114.5 metres, the western peak of the Ahrensfelde Hills is the highest elevation in the north-eastern district of Marzahn-Hellersdorf. The smaller of the two hills is 101 metres high. The elevations are located on the border of Berlin and Brandenburg, in the Wuhletal valley. From here, you can see as far as the TV Tower in Mitte.

Use during the GDR Era

Between 1981 and 1991, the Ahrensfelde Hills were used as a construction waste dump. The western elevation thus grew from its original 66,9 metres to 112 metres. With the end of the GDR, the two hills were needed as a place for waste disposal. From 1991 onwards, the landfill site there was closed and a far-reaching transformation of the local landscape park began.

Viewing platform on the Ahrensfelde Hills

In 2008, the western hill was raised by 3.5 metres and converted into a viewing platform. From the western summit, both the Berlin TV Tower and the Brandenburg hinterland can be seen. The view over Brandenburg's wind turbines contrasts with the high-rise housing estates in Marzahn.

Ways to the Viewing Platform

The Ahrensfelde Hills are quite easy to reach by car or public transport. They are located near Landsberger Allee and various subway and S-Bahn stations. In order to reach the viewing platform on the western summit, you have a choice of two paths. The first path leads south up the mountain and splits halfway. There, you have the option of taking the path to the smaller mountain or the one to the viewing platform. The second path to the top of the western hill is a trail on the northern side. It is steeper than the first path and has no direct connection to the smaller mountain.

Nature and Surroundings

Near the Ahrensfeld Mountains flows the Wuhle, a 16.5-kilometre-long river that cutss through the Wuhletal valley. The area around the banks of the Wuhle has been left mostly untouched, so there is a good chance of spotting deer, hares, foxes or wild boars. The surrounding area offers many opportunities for walkers, joggers, hikers and cyclists. The quiet nature also offers ideal surroundings for a picnic. Not far from the Ahrensfelde Hills are several parks, including the Gardens of the World.

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