Sunrise and Sunsetin Berlin, Germany

Berlin sits in the flat North German Plain, a landscape with few natural barriers to the horizon. The city's lakes, rivers, and open spaces -- especially in the east and west -- provide largely unobstructed views of sunrise and sunset.

Best sunrise spots in Berlin

1. Tempelhofer Feld

   The former Tempelhof airport is now a 300-hectare public park with an unobstructed horizon in every direction. The eastern side has no buildings blocking the view; the park opens at dawn, free admission.

2. Siegessäule

   The 285-step climb to the top (67 meters, entry 3 EUR) gives a panoramic view east toward Alexanderplatz and the TV Tower. Open daily from 9:30 am; nearest U/S-Bahn at Tiergarten or Bellevue.

3. Müggelsee

   Berlin's largest lake, about 8 km east of the city center, has a flat eastern shore ideal for watching sunrise over the water. Take S3 to Friedrichshagen, then tram 61 or a 20-minute walk to the shore.

4. Oberbaumbrücke

   This double-deck Spree crossing faces east; in the morning, early light reflects on the river between the two towers. Best viewed from the Friedrichshain embankment, a short walk from U1/U3 Schlesisches Tor.

Best sunset spots in Berlin

1. Tempelhofer Feld

   From the western side of the field, the sun sets over open ground with the 1930s terminal building as a backdrop. Accessible via U6, stops Paradestrasse or Tempelhof.

2. Teufelsberg

   This 115-meter hill, built from wartime rubble, is Berlin's highest point and offers a clear westward view over the Grunewald forest. The abandoned radar station on top is open on weekends for around 8 EUR; parking on Teufelsseechaussee.

3. Siegessäule

   Looking west from the platform, the sun drops behind the Grunewald with the Tiergarten tree canopy in the foreground. On-street parking available along Strasse des 17. Juni.

4. Grunewaldturm

   A 55-meter brick tower at the western edge of the city overlooks the Havel river to the west. Entry costs around 3 EUR; bus 218 from S-Bahn Wannsee stops nearby.

5. Viktoriapark

   A small park on Kreuzberg hill with a 66-meter summit and an open western horizon. Free access at all times; nearest U-Bahn is U6 Platz der Luftbrücke, about 10 minutes on foot.