Ruinenberg, Potsdam

Name: Ruinenberg
Address: Potsdam, Germany

#65 among attractions in Potsdam

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Facts and practical information

The Ruinenberg is a hill in the Bornstedt borough of Potsdam, located north of Sanssouci Park. In 1748, the Prussian king Frederick the Great had a water tank with a capacity of around 7,600 cubic metres built on top to supply the Sanssouci water features, and had it decorated with artificial ruins. From 1841 a surrounding landscape garden was laid out at the behest of King Frederick William IV of Prussia, according to plans designed by Peter Joseph Lenné. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°24'36"N, 13°2'19"E

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Nördliche Vorstadt (Jägervorstadt)Potsdam Germany

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Ruinenberg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sanssouci, Sanssouci Park, Orangerieschloss, Neue Kammern.

0.4 miS
Iconic palace of Frederick the Great
Sanssouci, Potsdam
10 min walk • Sanssouci, nestled in the historic city of Potsdam, Germany, is a splendid testament to Rococo architecture and the bygone era of Prussian kings. This former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, stands as a museum today, inviting visitors into a world...
0.8 miSW
Landscaped gardens around summer palace
Sanssouci Park, Potsdam
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany, Sanssouci Park is a verdant oasis that offers visitors a glimpse into the grandeur of the past. This sprawling park, tagged as a quintessential example of park design, is part of the palatial complex that once served as the...
0.5 miSW
19th-century palace with plant rooms
Orangerieschloss, Potsdam
13 min walk • Nestled in the historical city of Potsdam, Germany, the Orangerieschloss, also known as the Orangery Palace, is a resplendent testament to the architectural grandeur of the 19th century. This majestic palace, inspired by the Italian Renaissance style, was constructed...
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Museum, History museum, Baroque architecture
Neue Kammern, Potsdam
12 min walk • Nestled in the lush expanse of the Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Neue Kammern, or New Chambers, stands as an opulent testament to the grandeur of Prussian royalty. This museum, once a lavish guesthouse of King Frederick the Great, was transformed into an...
0.4 miS
18th-century gallery with European art
Bildergalerie, Potsdam
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany, the Bildergalerie, or Picture Gallery, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This esteemed museum, which is part of the Sanssouci Park ensemble, presents a distinguished collection of 17th and 18th-century...
0.4 miS
Museum, Historical place
Historische Mühle, Potsdam
11 min walk • Nestled within the lush green expanse of Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Historische Mühle (Historic Mill) stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. This museum is a faithful reconstruction of the 18th-century windmill that once operated on...
0.9 miSW
Romantic, Italian-style 19th-c. villa
Römische Bäder, Potsdam
24 min walk • Nestled within the lush gardens of the Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Römische Bäder, or Roman Baths, offer a picturesque glimpse into the 19th-century fascination with antiquity and the romanticized vision of Roman culture.
0.9 miSE
Historic gate and popular gathering place
Nauener Tor, Potsdam
24 min walk • Nauener Tor is an iconic city gate that stands proudly in the historic city of Potsdam, Germany. This exquisite example of architectural beauty marks the entrance to the old town and is one of the three preserved gates in Potsdam, the others being the Brandenburger Tor...
0.6 miS
Peaceful waterside Protestand church
Friedenskirche, Potsdam
17 min walk • The Friedenskirche, or Church of Peace, is a remarkable piece of architecture nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany. This historic church, which is a testament to 19th-century ecclesiastical design, was consecrated in 1848 and stands within the tranquil Marly...
1 miSW
Temple
Antique Temple, Potsdam
26 min walk • Nestled in the scenic city of Potsdam, Germany, the Antique Temple stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and architectural ingenuity. This elegant structure, though not as towering as some of its contemporaries, captures the essence of classical...
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Elegant rotunda in Sanssouci Park
Klausberg, Potsdam
21 min walk • The Belvedere auf dem Klausberg is a building in Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany erected in 1770–72 using Georg Christian Unger's plans.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Ruinenberg?

Nearby attractions include Krongut Bornstedt, Potsdam (9 min walk), Sanssouci, Potsdam (10 min walk), Historische Mühle, Potsdam (11 min walk), Bildergalerie, Potsdam (11 min walk).

How to get to Ruinenberg by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ruinenberg:

Bus

Johan-Bouman-Platz • Lines: 692, 697, N17 (5 min walk)
Ribbeckstraße • Lines: 614, 650 (9 min walk)

Tram

Johan-Bouman-Platz • Lines: 92 (7 min walk)
Kirschallee • Lines: 92 (9 min walk)

Ferry

Neustädter Havelbucht - Sanssouci • Lines: Potsdamer Wassertaxi (28 min walk)

Train

Potsdam Charlottenhof (31 min walk)
Potsdam Park Sanssouci (38 min walk)