Mahlsdorfer Pfütze is likely Germany's most absurd tourist attraction

February 25, 2022, 11:38 am | Read time: 3 minutes

The Gardens of the World, Biesdorf Castle, and Kienberg Park with its cable car are attractions you can visit in Marzahn-Hellersdorf. But now they have some competition. The Berlin district now boasts a unique attraction: a puddle. TRAVELBOOK paid it a visit.

Traveling to the Berlin district of Marzahn-Hellersdorf takes a while, even for many Berliners. So, if you’re planning a day trip in the area, you need an attraction that truly convinces. But beware: Apparently, there’s a new sight in Mahlsdorf that’s worth it. At least, if you believe the reviews on Google Maps.

Mahlsdorf Puddle in Marzahn-Hellersdorf Has a Rating of 4.9 Stars

Reading the Google reviews of the Mahlsdorf Puddle, you’d think you’ve found a hidden gem. The puddle has a rating of 4.9 out of five stars, with reviews raving: “One of the most remarkable places I’ve had the pleasure to explore in my life. Fresh air, beautiful idyll, and the sound of the Mahlsdorf Puddle’s water are unforgettable. I’ll be telling my grandchildren about this place.”

“I always love coming here to simply enjoy nature, unwind, and relish the pleasant air with my family during a picnic by this delightful water sound!” another Google review states. Another review praises the puddle as one “that is unparalleled.” It has an “unmatched depth,” and the Mahlsdorf sky reflects “excellently” in it. To enjoy it, it’s recommended to relax with the family and a few camping chairs on a Sunday.

Baltic Sea or Berlin Puddle – the differences, according to the reviews, seem marginal

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Students Annoyed by the “Attraction”

But beware: Before you pack your picnic basket, here’s a service note. TRAVELBOOK took a closer look at the puddle. It is located in front of the Mahlsdorf Integrated Secondary School (ISS), and due to this location, it has become an annoying obstacle for the students. Sometimes, the detour for the students is up to 30 meters long, as the puddle is that long and four meters wide on its best days. It can rarely be bypassed. Danell Becker, student representative of the ISS, told the “Tagesspiegel” that the puddle is practically always there.

By elevating it to an attraction, the students have seemingly found a humorous way to draw attention to the problem. And who knows, maybe their reviews will even attract a few more visitors to Marzahn-Hellersdorf? After all, one review states that the puddle is “proof that a day trip doesn’t always have to go to the Baltic Sea. Sometimes the best places are right on your doorstep.”

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