Just 30 kilometers southeast of Berlin and easily accessible by S3, the beautiful little town is located in the heart of Berlin's outskirts. Surrounded by water, forests and nature, Erkner offers a wide range of opportunities for relaxation and discovery. Experience culture in the local museum, hike along the 66-lake hiking trail, go canoeing on the Brandenburg Circumnavigation or enjoy an ice cream in the town center. Discover the diversity of Erkner!
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Gerhart-Hauptmann-City between forests and lakes
Surrounded by water
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The Protestant Church of Genezareth in Erkner is an outstanding example of neo-Gothic architecture. Built between 1896 and 1897, it is now a listed building. The single-nave church impresses with a three-pointed church tower and a base made of Rüdersdorf limestone on which the red brick walls rest.
During the summer months from May to September the church is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 13 p.m. to 16 p.m.
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Located directly on Friedrichstraße, the Movieland cinema a wide range of film classics to current blockbusters for young and old. What's particularly charming is that visitors can even express their wishes for the cinema program, which, with a bit of luck, will end up on the big screen. So, if the weather isn't playing along, head to the cinema with a coke and popcorn and immerse yourself in the world of film!
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The idyllic Löcknitztal valley stretches out on the eastern outskirts of Erkner. This is where the small forest gnome Wupatz, which accompanies adventurers of all ages on a two-hour hike. Ideal for family outings, around 16 stations offer interactive display boards and exciting facts to discover.
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The Museumshof am Sonnenluch with its protected herb and fruit garden is one of Erkner's main attractions. The local museum, a historic orchard from the Frederickian era, has been displaying a fascinating collection on the town's history since its renovation in 1996. The exhibition in the barn highlights Erkner's industrial development since 2008, while the colonists' house covers various aspects of regional history.
Experience the peace and quiet away from the city and follow the 66-lake hiking trail through a variety of idyllic landscapes, along countless lakes and nature shaped by the ice age.
You can experience around 180 km of pure nature by canoe on this circuit that is unique in Europe. A diverse range of animals and rare plants are at home here. From kingfishers to beavers, you can observe everything from this to the beaver on a careful and time-consuming tour through the shallow waters. Body and mind will be relaxed!
Along the route you will repeatedly discover Spree pearls - our small towns and villages, where many historical sights, cultural highlights and leisure opportunities await you. These offer a great balance to the sporting activity with the canoe and invite you to take village and city tours.
whether by bike, by boat or on foot
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There is always something going on here!
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Experience a relaxing day at Dämeritzsee by equipping yourself with SUPs or kayaks at the hidden bathing bar when the weather is good. Within walking distance of the Erkner S-Bahn station, you can rent equipment here every day in summer and explore the waters around Erkner. Back on land, the bar rewards you with refreshing drinks and you can either relax on the sun loungers on the shore or sit down on the roof terrace to enjoy the wonderful view - including the sunset over the lake. If you're a little hungry, there are also snacks and ice cream on site
In Erkner you can watch your beans being roasted. The small roastery offers a pleasant selection of home-roasted coffee. Here you can enjoy regional coffee and also pick up great souvenirs.