The time has finally come: the first warmer days are rolling in, and the atmosphere in the capital is instantly different. Right away, the streets are bustling with activity, and everyone wants just one thing: to enjoy the sun. Luckily, Berlin has plenty to offer, so there’s always something to do— week after week, month after month. Here are seven things we ’re especially looking forward to this spring in Berlin.
Grab an ice cream at Gelateria Mos Eisley and head out to the field
The most popular ice cream shop in the Schillerkiez neighborhood tends to be quite crowded on warm days. And for good reason, because the ice cream here tastes absolutely amazing. About a hundred meters further on is the entrance to Tempelhofer Feld. Here you can relax to your heart’s content and settle in with your ice cream.
When Berlin calls for day trips again in the spring, Ribbeck is a particularly lovely idea: Located about 50–60 kilometers west of Berlin, the village is famous for Theodor Fontane’s ballad “Herr von Ribbeck auf Ribbeck im Havelland” (1889) and known for its symbolic pear orchard with 16 trees. Ribbeck and the surrounding orchard meadows combine literature, history, and a stunning fruit-growing landscape—especially charming in the spring.
When the first warm days in Berlin beckon, things really heat up at the former Tempelhof Airport site: The ABB FIA Formula E Championship will bring a very special festival vibe to the capital on May 2 and 3, 2026, one that goes far beyond just racing. For two days, you can look forward to electrifying races, live music, street food, a family program, and numerous entertainment highlights.
Schermützelsee impresses with crystal-clear water and a Scandinavian-style hilly landscape. If you want to get out of Berlin this spring, Schermützelsee near Buckow is the perfect destination: It is one of the clearest and deepest lakes in Brandenburg and is characterized by crystal-clear water as well as an unusually hilly, forested setting. Ideal for swimming, boating, and hiking— a peaceful day trip from Berlin.
The giant pizza at Villa Rixdorf measures about a meter—definitely not for a small appetite. When the sun finally comes out again, it’s time to think bigger when it comes to food: At the Villa Rixdorf restaurant in Neukölln, they serve a “giant pizza” that’s about a meter in diameter and weighs around five kilograms . The XXL pizza can be ordered for groups of at least eight people; a Margherita starts at around 45 euros.
Waffles on the sunny terrace with Berlin’s old-building charm. When the first warm days lure you outside, the Kauf Dich Glücklich Café on Oderberger Straße near Mauerpark is just the place to go: Here you’ll find a sunny terrace and homemade waffles with a view of beautiful old buildings.
Croissants and canal views: French flair on the Landwehr Canal. When the sun finally comes out again in Berlin, there’s hardly anything better than a little break by the water: La Maison on the Landwehr Canal is known for French pastries, good coffee, cocktails, and a large outdoor area with a view of the canal.
Sunset over the skyline—the perfect end to a spring day. When the temperatures finally cooperate again, there’s hardly anything more Berlin-esque than winding down the day high above the rooftops: Whether it’s the Neukölln Arcaden or Klunkerkranich —Berlin’s rooftops offer great views, a variety of food and drinks—perfect for an evening with a view of the skyline.
The Wolfsschlucht is a surprisingly dramatic, unspoiled gorge— perfect for a short, adventurous hike near Berlin. If you’re in the mood for nature that feels like true wilderness this spring, the Wolfsschlucht near Buckow is an ideal destination: a pristine V-shaped valley in Märkische Schweiz with an elevation difference of up to 40 meters. Here, wild, mossy slopes and narrow paths await—and the whole experience feels like a mini-expedition into unspoiled nature.
