Friedrichsfelde manor house

In its current form, Friedrichsfelde Manor House presents itself as an early classical structure. However, its history dates back to 1685, and it has witnessed numerous changes in ownership throughout its eventful past. Last owned by the von Treskow family, whose final resting place is near the polar bears, it was occupied by Soviet troops in May 1945. Eventually, thanks to Professor Dathe, it became a 'weighty landmark' of the newly opened zoo in 1955.

The restoration work, initiated in 1967, reached completion with the ceremonial reopening on June 11, 1981. The founding of Tierpark Berlin played a pivotal role in securing and reconstructing Friedrichsfelde Manor House, allowing it to shine once again in its former glory. Inside, historical wall coverings and paintings adorn the manor house. A particular highlight is the classical ballroom, which regularly hosts cultural events. Additional information about other events and regular opening times can be found here.

In the “History Room” of the east wing, an exhibition takes visitors not only on a journey through the eventful, almost 400-year history of the palace, but also offers fascinating insights into the history of Berlin – beginning in 1237 with the first documented mention of Cölln, one of the two settlements that gave rise to Berlin. Above all, however, the exhibition highlights the key milestones in the history of Friedrichsfelde Manor House over the centuries that followed: its construction, extensions, looting, decline, and reconstruction.