The best beaches in Berlin 2025: surprises in the ranking!

The best beaches in Berlin 2025: surprises in the ranking!

Berlin, Deutschland - Summer time means beach time! And in Berlin there are numerous ways to enjoy the sun and refresh yourself in the cool water. A current ranking list, which was published by Berlin Live , shows the best beaches of the capital. The evaluation of these beach pearls was based on various criteria such as distance, monthly search volume and reviews on Instagram and TripAdvisor.

In third place, the beach center landed with 95 points. This is an artificially created beach that convinces through its bars and sand terraces. Action lovers also get their money's worth: beach volleyball courts and a high ropes course invite you to sport activities, although the water access is missing.

The best beaches at a glance

• 1. Pankow Weißensee (100 points) : A outdoor pool in a quiet park over 100 years old - perfect for relaxation away from the hustle and bustle. There is also a bar and a restaurant.
• 2. Bathing ship (98 points) : This floating oasis on the Spree with a view of famous sights has been a popular meeting place since 2004, especially when DJs and live acts create the mood in the evening.
• 3. Beach-Mitte (95 points) : A trendy place in Berlin, which mainly impresses with its leisure activities.
• 7. Lideau Wannsee (52 points) : Surprisingly only in seventh place, it still offers charming views and invites you to linger.

The Berlin beach scene is not only limited to the ranking. According to the Berliner there are numerous other beaches that are worth a visit. The crooked Lanke in Zehlendorf is very popular, surrounded by untouched nature and with excellent water quality. For families, the beaches on the Havel are a nice choice with flat shores and many leisure opportunities. Insider tips such as the hidden corner of Kuhhorn in the Grunewald or the wide grilltamm on Beetzsee make the beach life even more varied.

Family friendliness and infrastructure

There is also special attention to the family friendliness of the beaches. Many have reported infrastructure such as playgrounds, toilets, snack facilities and even swimming master, such as SwimCheck . This makes the beach pleasure for young and old more secure and more pleasant. In addition, some of the beaches are even accessible to dogs, which is an additional incentive for dog owners.

If you arrive by car, you can often find sufficient parking near the beaches. Most beaches are also easily accessible for the use of public transport, which also enables a visit spontaneously. Overnight stays nearby such as hotels, holiday apartments and campsites complete the beach perfectly.

Whether for a cozy day with the family, sporting activities or just to relax - the Berlin beaches have something to offer for everyone. This summer there is no reason to do without water pleasure!