Hidden treasures: Discover Berlin's mysterious Lost Places!

Hidden treasures: Discover Berlin's mysterious Lost Places!

In recent years, the “Lost Places” in Berlin have aroused the interest of Urban Explorers and those interested in history alike. These neglected places tell stories from a past era and captivate with their mysterious atmosphere. One of the best known is the Children's Hospital , which was opened in 1911 and its doors 1997 Castle.

Why was this hospital actually launched? The high child mortality rate forced those responsible to create the facility. With around 100 beds for infants and toddlers, the hospital has been constantly expanded over the years. Today it is surrounded by trees and bushes as a decaying ruin. Advanced vandalism and expiration symptoms have covered the walls with graffiti, and there have already been several fires. Entering is prohibited for security reasons, but it remains a popular place for Urban Explorer who are interested in such abandoned sites.

The government and Iraqi embassy building

Another remarkable example is the Government Hospital in Berlin-Buch was. After the reunification, it was briefly operated as a private hospital before it was closed in 2007. In contrast to many other abandoned places, this building was largely spared by vandalism and is even used as a location for the horror series "Hausen". However, the demolition work is imminent to create space for commercial space.

Another abandoned building is the Irakische Embassy of the GDR from 1974 to 1991. Rumors about their use as a retreat for terrorists made the round, and after the turn, the building was left to decay. Vandalism led to the destruction of furniture and files, and despite all the plans for conversion, there was still a blocked place without concrete perspectives.

nature and entertainment: From the marshalling station to the place of relaxation

Another highlight among the Lost Places is the

And let's not forget the famous Spreepark Pleterwald , which was once the only amusement park of the GDR. With its 29.5 hectares, the park was frequented annually by up to 1.7 million visitors until it closed its doors in 2002. After numerous failed attempted takeover, the 2014 site was bought back from Berlin, and there are plans to convert the dilapidated attractions into a nature and cultural park.

The large number of abandoned places in and around Berlin testifies to the eventful history of the city. Each building has its own story, and for curious explorers, these Lost Places have their very special charm. It remains to be seen which ideas and visions the future have for these unique sites.