Zehlendorf

Zehlendorf is the genteel, green southwest of Berlin, defined by villas, forest and water. Here you'll find the Wannsee with its storied lido, large parts of the Grunewald forest and the idyllic Peacock Island. If you're after relaxation, nature and swimming, this district offers the quietest side of the city, along with cultural highlights such as the House of the Wannsee Conference as a memorial.

For food, Zehlendorf is refined, with waterside excursion restaurants, cafés and hearty eateries in the village centers of Zehlendorf and Schlachtensee. In summer, lidos, sailing and long walks along the shore beckon. For an overnight stay, the district suits nature lovers and those seeking relaxation who prefer the countryside to the big-city pulse and can factor in slightly longer trips downtown.