Oberbaumbrücke: The Iconic Bridge of Berlin

Getting There

• Public Transport

  From your current location in Potsdam, make your way to Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (main train station). You can take tram line 91 or bus line 607, both of which frequently run to the main station. Once at Potsdam Hauptbahnhof, purchase a ticket for the S-Bahn (suburban train) to Berlin. Take S7, S5, or S75 towards Berlin. After about 30 minutes, get off at Ostbahnhof station in Berlin. From there, transfer to the U-Bahn (underground train) line U1 towards Warschauer Straße. Get off at the next stop, which is Warschauer Straße. From the station, follow the signs towards the Oberbaumbrücke, which is a short walk away. The bridge is located at the intersection of Oberbaumstraße and the Spree river.

• Walking

  If you are near the Brandenburg Gate in Potsdam, you can walk to the nearest tram station, which is 'Brandenburger Tor'. Take tram line 94 towards 'S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof'. Once at the main station, follow the previous instructions using the S-Bahn to reach Berlin. Upon arriving at Warschauer Straße, head east along the bridge that crosses the Spree River. The Oberbaumbrücke will be directly in front of you.

• Bicycle

  For a more scenic route, consider renting a bicycle in Potsdam. Head towards the Havel River and follow the bike paths towards Berlin. You can ride along the river, taking in the sights. Once you reach Berlin, navigate towards the Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg area. The Oberbaumbrücke is located near the river and is easily accessible by bike. This route will take approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on your pace.