Villa am See

Villa am See in Wildau is a small marina right on the Dahme river, about 10 km south of Berlin and just 45 minutes from the Brandenburg Gate, bordering a nature reserve. The municipal harbour offers 30 berths for motorboats up to 10 metres, spread across finger pontoons of 4, 6 (inner) and 10 metres (outer); larger boats and houseboats only by arrangement at the outer berths. There is also a dedicated paddle jetty for canoes, rowing boats, pedal boats and SUP right by the shore.

Visiting boaters are welcome - stays up to 2 hours are free, otherwise a berthing contract is signed and paid at the till (cash or card). Advance phone booking with the harbourmaster is recommended so the right berth can be assigned. Note that Tuesdays and Wednesdays are closing days with no harbour service. The marina lies at Dahme km 6.7 (GPS 52°19'18.3"N 13°38'25.2"E).

The marina offers a shower (€1 for hot water in summer season), water for the boat (€1 per 70 litres) and shore power via a coin meter on the pontoon (minimum €1). A restaurant and beer garden with a sun terrace sit right by the water, along with free wifi, a playground, on-site parking and a wedding pavilion. SUP rental and yacht charter are also available from the harbour.

Step straight from the pontoon to Villa am See and enjoy the terrace view as you unwind after your trip - a pleasant stop amid nature close to Berlin.