Schöneberg’s charming Winterfeldtplatz is home to one of Berlin’s finest farmers’ markets…
On most days of the week Schöneberg’s Winterfeldtplatz— named after Prussian General Hans Karl von Winterfeldt, a close confidante of Frederick The Great—is a pleasant, leafy square, inhabited mostly by skaters, strolling locals and the occasional knot of tourists.
The majority of the square was destroyed in the war but still possesses a curious architectural mix, from the 60s-style social housing that runs along one side to distinctive landmarks like the red-brick St. Matthias church, one of the few free-standing Catholic churches in Berlin, and the residential house (and associated buildings) constructed by renowned local architect Hinrich Baller.
Every Saturday since 1990, the square has been taken over by market stalls. Initially just a few, but over the last three decades or so the number has swelled to more than 250, making it one of the largest and most diverse markets in Berlin.
Open from around 7am, the market begins to really buzz around 10am, its aisles increasingly clogged with locals shopping for their weekly meat, fruit and veg, tourists browsing the clothes and food stalls, and hungry types in search of Frühstück and coffee.
One of the great things about Winterfeldtplatz is that it caters for a broad clientele. You can breakfast (or lunch) on currywurst and freshly-pressed orange juice; indulge in cheap and tasty crepes and gözleme; or enjoy grilled fish treats at the popular Stecklerfisch.
Looking for something more exotic? Make your way to the Brazilian Imbiss, which serves up hearty dishes like feijoada, ximxim de galinha and snacks like pão de queijo (cheese and bread balls).
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