Tiergarten & Victory Column

Where it is & how to get there

• S-Bahn/U-Bahn: Tiergarten, Bellevue or Brandenburger Tor stations.
• Victory Column: Climb 285 steps to the viewing platform.
• Bikes: Cycling paths cross the park.

The story of the Tiergarten

The Tiergarten was a royal hunting ground before becoming a public park in the 18th century. Covering about 210 hectares, it is one of the largest city parks in Germany.

At its centre rises the Victory Column, completed in 1873, topped by a gilded statue of Victoria. Paths lead to lakes, rose gardens and the Berlin Zoo at the park's western edge.

Best time to visit

Tips before you go

• Rent a bike to cover the park and nearby sights.
• Climb the Victory Column for views along the avenues.
• Rent a rowing boat at Neuer See.

What's around the Tiergarten

• Victory ColumnMonument in the centre.
• Berlin ZooAt the western edge.
• Bellevue PalacePresident's residence.
• Brandenburg GateAt the eastern edge.

Questions travellers ask