The garden's name, 'Garden of the Recovered Moon,' refers to a poem by the Chinese poet Wang Wei.
The traditional architecture was constructed entirely without the use of nails, employing complex wood joinery techniques.
The garden includes a teahouse where authentic traditional tea ceremonies are performed.
Over 100 tons of Taihu stones were imported from the Lake Tai region in China for the garden's rockeries.
It was inaugurated in 2000 as part of the 'International Garden Show' legacy.
The Chinesischer Garten, located within the Gärten der Welt park in Marzahn-Hellersdorf, is the largest garden of its kind in Europe. Spanning 2.7 hectares, the garden represents the 'Garden of the Recovered Moon' and was designed according to the principles of Lingnan-style landscaping. The site features a central lake, traditional pavilions, waterfalls, and rock formations imported directly from China. It was created in collaboration with the city of Beijing to celebrate the partnership between the two capitals. A significant portion of the construction materials, including the roof tiles and wooden components, were sourced from China and assembled by Chinese artisans. The layout emphasizes the harmony between water, stone, and flora, typical of classical Southern Chinese garden design.
From the Moon Bridge, looking across the main pond toward the teahouse pavilion.
Visit the teahouse to sample authentic tea varieties served in a traditional setting.
Walk the covered corridors during light rain for a unique view of the mist-covered pond and architecture.
Combine your visit with the other international gardens located within the broader park grounds.
Do not attempt to touch or climb on the traditional rock formations or climb onto the decorative wooden roof structures.
Open year-round, though some outdoor water features are drained during winter months to prevent freezing.
