The park's Ferris wheel, originally built in 1989, remains standing and is a focal point of the site's restoration plans.
It was the only permanent amusement park in the German Democratic Republic.
The site was abandoned for nearly two decades after the operator fled to Peru, leaving behind rides and dinosaurs.
The Eierhäuschen restaurant dates back to 1836 and served as a popular excursion destination long before the theme park era.
Large-scale fiberglass dinosaur models remain on site as remnants of the former 'Dinopark' section.
The park covers approximately 23 hectares of land within the Plänterwald landscape protection area.
Restoration work prioritizes the structural integrity of the 'Wellenflug' and Ferris wheel monuments.
Spreepark is a former GDR-era amusement park located in the Plänterwald forest that is currently being transformed into an art and culture park. The site, originally opened as VEB Kulturpark Plänterwald in 1969, retains several decaying industrial relics from its theme park past. Following its closure in 2001, the park became a site of urban decay, gaining international notoriety for its abandoned Ferris wheel. The city of Berlin took over the site to preserve its historical structures while integrating public green space. Current development focuses on restoring the Ferris wheel and the Eierhäuschen restaurant, which now serves as an exhibition and information center. Guided tours provide access to areas of the park that are otherwise restricted for safety reasons. The landscape blends remnants of the former attraction rides with revitalized forest and meadow sections.
The view of the iconic Ferris wheel framed by the surrounding forest canopy.
Book guided tour tickets well in advance online, as capacity is strictly limited due to safety protocols.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for walking on uneven forest paths and unpaved surfaces.
Bring a camera, as the juxtaposition of nature and industrial decay is unique.
Do not attempt to enter the site without a booked tour, as it is a construction and nature preservation zone.
The park is only accessible via guided tours; it is not open for unsupervised public wandering.
Do not climb on decaying structures or venture off designated paths; strictly follow the instructions of your tour guide.
