The estate's history dates back to the 13th century when it originated as a knight's residence.
It is one of the few places in Berlin where visitors can see livestock like heritage breeds of pigs and cows within city limits.
The manor house contains a permanent exhibition on the history of food production, spanning from the Middle Ages to industrialization.
The grounds are managed according to organic farming guidelines as certified by the Bioland association.
The estate features a blacksmith's workshop and an old granary that are occasionally used for demonstrations.
The site hosts recurring seasonal markets, such as the Potato Festival and the Autumn Market, focusing on local produce.
Domäne Dahlem is a historic manor and working organic farm serving as an open-air museum dedicated to 800 years of agricultural history and food production. Located on the site of a medieval knight's estate, the museum grounds feature a manor house dating back to the 16th century, which is the oldest residential building in Berlin. Visitors can observe traditional and modern farming practices, including livestock rearing and seasonal crop cultivation. The estate functions as an eco-certified organic farm, emphasizing biodiversity and sustainable land management. Permanent exhibitions detail the lifecycle of food from field to fork, highlighting technological changes in agricultural tools. The site also hosts a farm shop and a restaurant that emphasize regionally sourced products. It serves as both an educational facility for sustainable nutrition and a recreational green space within the city.
The central courtyard facing the historic timber-framed manor house.
Bring sturdy footwear, as paths are unpaved and can be muddy depending on the season.
Check the event calendar online before visiting to catch live farming demonstrations or seasonal festivals.
Purchase local organic produce or prepared items directly from the on-site farm shop.
Do not treat the farm as a petting zoo; observe livestock from behind the fences to ensure animal welfare.
Closed on Tuesdays; the farm shop and restaurant may follow different hours than the museum exhibitions.
Keep to designated paths and refrain from feeding the animals, as they are on specialized organic diets.
