The Malzfabrik in Berlin combines its industrial past with modern design

The Malzfabrik in Berlin is a versatile event venue that, with its five spacious rooms, offers an ideal setting for a variety of events. Spanning nearly 50,000 square meters, the grounds feature water basins, a beach, natural gardens, and modern office complexes that offer the perfect blend of creativity, culture, and environmental awareness.

The Malzfabrik is easily accessible from Berlin Central Station by both car and public transportation. Take the RE3, RE4, or RE5 regional trains to the Südkreuz station. Alternatively, from Berlin-Mitte, take the S5 or S2 S-Bahn lines from the Friedrichstraße or Potsdamer Platz S-Bahn stations to the Südkreuz S-Bahn station. From there, it’s just a 10-minute walk to the Malzfabrik.

The former malting plant of Schultheiss Brauerei AG in Tempelhof was in operation from 1918 to 1996 and was considered Berlin’s largest malting plant. After it was decommissioned, Frank Sippel acquired it in 2005 with the idea of transforming the industrial site into a cultural venue. The malt house, with its distinctive four knight’s helmets on the factory roof, was designated a historic landmark in 1995; the other buildings in the complex are also listed on Berlin’s register of historic landmarks.

The entire Malzfabrik site covers 50,000 square meters. It includes nine historic buildings, an office complex, and a park with two ponds. Startups, creative firms, artists, and artisans are just a few of the new tenants who have found a home at the Malzfabrik. This green oasis in the heart of the city stands for creativity, culture, and sustainability, offering space for new ideas.

The Malzfabrik is known not only for its creative and modern charm but also for its distinctive smoke stacks, also known as “Darrhauben.” These Darrhauben are an important historical feature and stand proudly as a reminder of the site’s industrial history. The Darrhauben were originally used for the kilning process, in which malted barley was dried for use in beer production.

In addition to concerts, exhibitions, and theater performances, the Malzfabrik also offers creative workshops covering art, music, and dance. Sustainability initiatives, such as informational events on recycling and renewable energy, are also available. Furthermore, the green spaces invite visitors to enjoy various outdoor activities. Historical tours and community events, such as flea markets, are also offered. With so many options, there’s no shortage of cafés and restaurants where you can enjoy culinary specialties.

In the past, the Malzfabrik also served as the backdrop for the enchanting Candlelight concerts. The innovative and modern character of the concerts blended perfectly with the industrial and distinctive atmosphere of this venue. The magic of Candlelight continues to be experienced at other unique and significant cultural venues in Berlin.