From Berlin by train:
One hour by train from Berlin Ostbahnhof on the RE 2 line to Vetschau Bahnhof (train station). From there, take a taxi or public bus to your destination.
From Berlin by car:
Via A13 and A113, about one hour’s drive.
The Spreewald is a UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve southeast of Berlin. Its forested areas and wetlands are crossed by canals fed by the Spree River.
Summer is a popular holiday time and places book up quickly, so it’s best to reserve sooner rather than later. Most places have a minimum stay of 2-3 nights. Here are a few of our recommendations.
We also recommend renting a car to get around, as ride sharing is hard to come by in this area.
Note: If you would like to find a holiday apartment not listed here, look for “Ferienwohnung” or “Pension” in Burg or Vetschau.
Hiking
Boating & Canoeing
Cycling
Thermal baths
Spreewald Gherkins (pickles)
Schnapps
Accomodations
Activities
Zum Alten Schulhaus
Cozy rooms and suites. $138/night. 2 night minimum stay.
8 min drive to Michelberger.
Pension Kchischowka
Cozy rooms and suites. $111-$124/night. No nightly minimum.
20 min drive to Michelberger.
Best Western Spreewald
Standard rooms with the essentials. $175/night. No nightly minimum.
20 min drive to Michelberger.
Garni-Hotel zum alten Ratskeller
Affordable, traditional style B&B in the heart of Vetschau. Starting at $100/night. 2 night minimum stay.
9 min drive to Michelberger.
HOFSTELLE No. 133
Excellent adults-only accommodation. $184/night. 3-night minimum stay.
We have four one-bedroom cottages reserved for Friday July 5 - Monday July 8. Contact us if you’re interested in staying here so we can transfer the booking to you.
5 min drive to Michelberger.
Airbnbs in Vetschau
Two top-rated apartments are currently available on Airbnb. Modern and located in the center of town. 2-night minimum stay.
1 Bedroom starts at $149/night.
2 Bedroom starts at $165/night.
8 min drive to Michelberger.
There is much to see in Berlin, but here are a few recommendations to get you started on where to stay, eat, drink, and visit.
We’ve compiled our favorite restaurants, landmarks, and places to visit in a shared Google Maps list, which you can access and add to your personal account to reference during your trip. See below for relevant links!
Döner Kebab
Currywurst
Club Maté
Fassbrause
Fritz-Cola
Rhabarber Schorle
Pfeffi (Berliner Luft)
Pretzels
Knödel
Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte (Black Forest Gâteau)
Bier, naturlich!
Accomodations
Things To Do
Cafes & Restaurants
Nightlife
Motel One
Standard, affordable hotel rooms around the city. Location-wise for touring around, we recommend the Mitte or Alexanderplatz locations.
Michelberger Hotel
If you want to have the full Michelberger experience, stay at the farm’s urban sister in Berlin. Located around the block from Berliner Mauer and the East Side Gallery.
Email them directly using the link below to receive a discount. Be sure to mention Claire & Max's wedding at the Farm.
And more!
There are tons of great hotels, Airbnbs, and apartments to stay in around the city. We recommend staying in Mitte, Kreuzberg, or Tiergarten to be centrally located.
Potsdam was the residence of the Prussian kings and German Kaisers until 1918. It is the site of the parks and palaces of Sanssouci, the largest World Heritage Site in Germany.
The city is now the capital of the German federal state of Brandenburg and a home to three public colleges and a major film production studio.
Accessible by train from the city, Potsdam is a beautiful area to visit full of lakes, parks, and palaces. We recommend doing a biking, walking, or boat tour! See below for helpful links.
Landmarks
Parks & Neighborhoods
Sanssouci Palace
Sanssouci Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most famous landmarks in Potsdam. It was the summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, and is known for its beautiful rococo architecture and the terraced vineyards surrounding it.
Glienicke Bridge (a.k.a. Bridge of Spies)
Glienicker Brücke (Glienicke Bridge) connects the district of Wannsee in western Berlin with Potsdam. It served several times as the site where captured Warsaw Pact agents would be exchanged for Western spies.
Belvedere Castle on the Pfingstberg
Belvedere Castle is an architectural gem located in the park of Sanssouci Palace. It was built as a summer residence for King Frederick William IV of Prussia and offers stunning views of the surrounding area. The castle's design is characterized by its Italian Renaissance style, and it is a popular attraction for visitors to Potsdam.
Schloss Cecilienhof
Schloss Cecilienhof is a historic palace famous for being the site of the Potsdam Conference in 1945, where the leaders of the Allied powers (the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union) gathered to discuss post-World War II reorganization. The palace is known for its English Tudor style and its picturesque location on the shores of the Jungfernsee Lake.
Berlin Brandenburg (BER) is the best airport to fly into. We recommend setting a flight alert on Google Flights to get the best deal.
Berlin is located in Central European Standard Time (GMT+1).
Don’t forget to pack a plug converter or two :)
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