When does the tour take place?

The date is planned for September 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

Where is the event location?

The location is the House and Garden of Karl Foerster, Am Raubfang 7, 14469 Potsdam.

What is the entry fee?

Entry is free. Donations for the garden are welcome.

Is the site accessible for people with disabilities?

The garden is largely step-free and accessible.

Are there parking spaces on site?

According to visitor information, there are no parking spaces directly at the monument.

What is the best way to get there?

Arrival by bus and train from Potsdam Central Station and the stop Amundsenstr./Potsdamer Straße is recommended.

House and Garden Karl Foerster

Name: House and Garden Karl Foerster – a House of the German Foundation for Monument Protection (7|58)
Start: 2026-09-13T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-13T18:00:00+02:00
Location: Wohnhaus und Garten Karl Foerster

A Special Day in the Karl Foerster Garden: Monument Protection Meets Garden Art

On September 13, 2026, a place that is among the most impressive garden facilities in Germany will open in Potsdam-Bornim: the house and garden of Karl Foerster. The tour on the Day of Open Monuments connects architecture, garden culture, and heritage preservation to create a vibrant event experience.

A Monument with Soul and History

Karl Foerster shaped an entire era as a perennial breeder, garden poet, and designer. His garden was established as a show and experimental garden and continues to tell stories of ideas that have influenced far beyond Potsdam. Anyone visiting here immediately senses the special event atmosphere among perennials, paths, and carefully preserved garden history.

Tour of One of Germany's Most Famous Private Gardens

Visitors will experience the facility where the sunken garden with its clear forms serves as the centerpiece. The site is largely accessible without steps and can be experienced freely in many areas. This is exactly what makes the event so appealing: no distant museum feeling, but immediate proximity to a garden that continues to inspire today.

What Makes the Event Special in Potsdam

The German Foundation for Monument Protection preserves the ensemble as an important testament to garden and building culture. The Day of Open Monuments focuses on this work and makes the visit a mix of expertise, historical context, and sensory experience. Especially for those interested in garden art, heritage preservation, and regional history, this creates a strong event experience.

Travel and Visitor Tips

The address Am Raubfang 7 in 14469 Potsdam is located in the northern part of the city, not far from Sanssouci Palace. Arrival by bus and train is possible; however, according to the monument’s information, there are no parking spaces directly on-site. Therefore, good planning is worthwhile for visitors to ensure a relaxed start to the tour.

For those wanting to experience garden culture rather than just seeing it, this is one of the most atmospheric events of the Potsdam Monument Day. The house and garden of Karl Foerster uniquely combine history, design, and atmosphere. A live visit is worthwhile.