Discover Fürstenwalde/Spree through its distinctive architectural history, cultural venues and varied city walks. There are different themes to choose from: the city’s history, a look at animals and green spaces, or a walk with tastings. The options also vary in how much time they take.

Cathedral, Kulturfabrik and city history

St. Mary’s Cathedral is a landmark of Fürstenwalde that can be seen from far away. Its tower is 68 metres high and provides a prominent point of reference in the cityscape. Kulturfabrik also tells a story of several historical layers: the sociocultural centre is housed in a former brewery complex built on the ruins of the medieval bishop’s castle. Today’s cultural use and the site’s history are found within the same complex.

The City Museum presents the history and culture of Fürstenwalde, while the Brewery Museum focuses specifically on the city’s brewing history. The two museums therefore offer different perspectives: one provides a broad look at the city, while the other focuses on a particular aspect of local history. The Bürgerpark by the cathedral is also home to a rock garden directly in front of Fürstenwalde Museum, designed according to geological and museum-educational criteria.

Green spaces and wildlife

The city park’s green spaces extend into the historic centre. A fountain, built in 1939, stands at the Großer Stern. The park, fountain and rock garden show different sides of the city: from green space to a distinctive design feature to a garden in the Bürgerpark with a geological focus.

Fürstenwalde Zoo offers insights into native and exotic wildlife. It was established in 1975 in part of the city park. Today, it is home to more than 300 animals from around 70 species, mostly European. Animal numbers may change. If you are planning your visit around seeing a particular animal population, check the latest information in advance.

City walks by duration and theme

The Cathedral City Tour visits historic sights in Fürstenwalde, including St. Mary’s Cathedral, the City Museum and the Bürgerpark. Check the tourism portal for details of the tour as currently offered. This cultural and historical walk can thus be distinguished from the options that specify a duration or require registration.

A guided city walk lasting about an hour passes through the historic part of Fürstenwalde and includes the town hall and St. Mary’s Cathedral. Advance registration is required for this walk. The approximately three-hour Culinary World Tour takes considerably longer: it leads through the historic city centre and combines small samples from around the world with personal stories.

When choosing between the two options, the difference is not just the duration. The guided city walk focuses on the town hall and cathedral; the Culinary World Tour adds tastings and personal stories. The Culinary World Tour is described as a city walk, not as a guided tour. Dates and booking options may change, so check them before making plans.

The ceramics workshop is another of the options mentioned: it welcomes everyone who is interested. This offers a distinct theme to explore alongside city walks, museums and wildlife. If you are interested in ceramics, you can include the workshop in your plans without associating it with a particular walk or set duration.

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