An hour and 20 minutes northwest of Berlin by road or rail, scenic Rheinsberg sits near the confluence of Grienerickersee and the River Rhine. Once the home of Friedrich the Great, this small Brandenburg city boasts an imposing waterfront palace, and plays host to a number of cultural attractions throughout the year. Naturally very beautiful, the area also boasts some superb hotels and resorts, with the best places to stay in Rheinsberg perched right on the water: ideal for active holidaymakers and romantics alike.

No visit to Rheinsberg is complete without a tour of Schloss Rheinsberg. Amble around gorgeous manicured gardens and delve into the castle’s intriguing history, with its connections to both Friedrich the Great and his younger brother, Prince Heinrich of Prussia, over the course of your visit. World-class musical, operatic and theatrical performances are held at the Castle Theatre, too.

You’ll find that the best places to stay in Rheinsberg offer well-maintained marinas. Spend your days sailing, take striking sunset cruises, or borrow kayaks to glide along the tranquil waters of the Grienerickersee. Lakeside strolls are a real treat, as are hiking and cycling excursions. Come evening, you can expect delicious dinners as a couple or family. This is northern Brandenburg’s cultural heart — it really is very special.

The Best Places to Stay in Rheinsberg

For a Waterfront Resort

• Precise Resort Hafendorf Rheinsberg is an imposing lakeside resort with contemporary rooms and suites, the best of which have glossy wooden floors, private balconies, big cosy beds and cracking stoves for fireside evenings. Highlights include an expansive spa, excellent restaurant and boats for hire. Very sophisticated and stylish, just 3km from Rheinsberg.
• Precise Resort Marina Wolfsbruch, also just outside of town, has a more family friendly focus. The huge range of guest rooms, cottages and apartments have an airy, nautical feel, plus private balconies with marina views. Little ones will adore the kids club and multiple pools, whilst grown ups can enjoy the spa.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY HOUSE

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Travel Information

• Fly into one of Berlin's two airports Berlin-Tegel or Berlin-Schönefeld, or catch the train to Berlin Central Station from destinations across Europe. Rheinsberg is an hour and 20 minutes north-west of the city by road or rail.
• It's worth having your own vehicle to explore more of the region! If you would like to hire a car, we recommend visiting our online partner Rentalcars.
• Visit during the summer months, with temperatures hovering around 25°C in July and August. For fewer crowds, consider travelling during the shoulder seasons of May or September, when the region is beautiful and slightly quieter. Expect a real influx of visitors from Berlin during weekends in the summer.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Berlin.
• Alternatively, see our pick of the best places to stay in Brandenburg.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.