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Welcome to the Oder-Spree District – Brandenburg’s Watery Pearl



Welcome to the Oder-Spree District, Brandenburg’s ultimate water kingdom and one of Germany’s most peaceful destinations for an unforgettable holiday. Located just southeast of Berlin and stretching to the Polish border, this region seamlessly blends a rich cultural heritage, unspoilt nature and top-class hospitality. Whether you’re looking to book a luxurious lakeside villa, rent a cozy holiday apartment or find a charming holiday home tucked away in the woods, this guide covers everything you need to know about planning your escape to the Oder-Spree.

History and Heritage



The Oder-Spree’s roots run deep and tell a story of medieval monks, royalty and industrial shifts. For centuries, the region was shaped by competing influences from Slavic settlements and the Holy Roman Empire.

The Spiritual Heart – Neuzelle Abbey



The majestic Neuzelle Abbey, often called the “Baroque Wonder of Brandenburg”, was founded in 1268 and stands as a stunning testament to the region’s enduring cultural and religious heritage.

Royal Retreats and Historic Towns



Historic towns such as Beeskow with its 13th-century castle and Fürstenwalde/Spree served as strategic trading hubs and defensive strongholds for centuries.

20th-century industrial development



The region saw the birth of Eisenhüttenstadt, Germany’s first planned socialist model city, which creates a fascinating contrast to the area’s old cobbled villages.

Description – Your Next Holiday Destination



The Oder-Spree district is a breathtaking tapestry of interconnected waterways, rolling hills and dense pine forests. The jewel of the region is Lake Scharmützelsee, famously dubbed the “Märkische Meer” by the poet Theodor Fontane. Around the lake’s shores you’ll find the elegant spa town of Bad Saarow, which has been a popular wellness paradise since the 1920s.

Accommodation and holiday homes



The tourism infrastructure is excellent and tailored to both luxury travelers and self-catering holidaymakers. Here you’ll find first-class lakeside villas with private piers, panoramic windows and beautiful gardens.

If you’re looking for a more flexible stay, the region offers a wide range of modern holiday apartments and cosy holiday homes. Imagine waking up in a stylish apartment by the water, drinking your morning coffee on the balcony and enjoying the view of the morning mist on the lake.

Nature and Landscapes



Oder-Spree is Brandenburg’s most water-rich district, with over 300 lakes as well as countless rivers, canals and streams.

Naturpark Schlaubetal



Schlaubetal is a romantic river valley with deep gorges, rushing trout streams and old beech forests. The area is a paradise for nature enthusiasts and home to otters, kingfishers and white-tailed eagles.

Rivers Spree and Oder



The two large rivers frame the region, creating a landscape filled with floodplains and quiet marshes, perfect for experiencing the local wildlife.

Activities and Experiences



The varied landscape makes the Oder-Spree district an ideal destination for active holidaymakers.

Water sports and adventure



With its many lakes and waterways, the area is perfect for motorboating, sailing, paddleboarding and kayaking along the Spree River.

Cycling and hiking



The region is an ADFC-certified cycling region. Explore the popular Oder-Neisse cycle path or go on scenic hikes through the Schlaubetal.

Wellness and relaxation



In Bad Saarow, visit the SaarowTherme and enjoy natural thermal salt water baths and relaxing peat mud treatments.

Typical Food and Local Specialties



The local gastronomy is characterised by fresh produce from lakes, forests and fields.

Freshwater fish from the region's lakes



Pikeperch, eel, pike and carp are often served freshly caught and pan-fried with classic Spreewaldsauce – a creamy horseradish sauce with herbs.

Potatoes with quark and linseed oil



A classic regional dish is Pellkartoffeln mit Quark und Leinöl, which combines boiled potatoes with fresh quark and nutty linseed oil.

Game dishes and forest mushrooms



The dense forests provide access to game meat, wild boar goulash, as well as fresh chanterelles and porcini mushrooms in the autumn season.

Neuzeller Klosterbier



No holiday in Oder-Spree is complete without tasting the famous black beer Schwarzer Abt, brewed according to traditional recipes at the Neuzelle Klosterbrügger.

Festivals and Local Events



If you plan your holiday at the right time, you can experience the region's vibrant culture and traditional events.

Bad Saarow Light Festival



Flammendes Scharmützelsee is a spectacular summer festival with fireworks, light installations, floating lanterns and live music around the lake.

Neuzelle Klosterfestivals



The monastery provides the setting for concerts, markets and cultural events in a historic setting.

Beeskow Castlesfestivals



Here visitors can experience opera, medieval markets and theatre performances with the old castle ruins as an atmospheric backdrop.
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