Venture into a labyrinth of disused mine shafts at Museumspark Rüdersdorf
Museumspark Rüdersdorf, nestled on the eastern edge of Berlin, offers a unique blend of history, adventure, and natural beauty. This open-air museum showcases a now-defunct limestone quarry, providing a fascinating glimpse into the past.
The park, open daily from March to October, and Achillion, a Greek restaurant in nearby Woltersdorf, are just a short journey away. To reach Museumspark Rüdersdorf by train, take the S3 towards Erkner and alight at Friedrichshagen, then change to the 88 tram towards Rüersdorf.
Upon arrival, visitors are greeted by the rusted graffitied machinery, an internal railway, and a dust-coated staircase, all remnants of the park's industrial past. The park features abandoned ruins, including circular tunnels with rusted furnace doors and fortress-like buildings with crumbling edges.
One of the park's most notable attractions is the 'Cathedral of Lime', a series of towering red-brick furnaces. Visitors can enter one of these furnaces, experiencing a dark abyss with flickering lights, which gives a sense of trespassing, particularly in the deeper parts of the Cathedral of Lime.
The park invites a fearful, thrilling exploration reminiscent of childhood. Modern mining methods are currently used to extract limestone from the park, but its history dates back to at least the 13th century. The limestone found in the park was formed over 240 million years ago during the Middle Triassic period.
The quarry was used to mine rock for buildings such as the Brandenburger Tor and Sanssouci Palace. The person or institution that supported the founding of Museumspark Rüdersdorf and was involved in the development of these famous Berlin landmarks is Karl Friedrich Schinkel, a prominent Prussian architect and city planner associated with many significant architectural projects in Berlin and beyond.
Information about the history of industrial mining, geologic formation of limestone, and fossils can be found throughout the park and in the Otto-Torrell-Haus. The information in both the park and the Otto-Torrell-Haus is presented in both German and English.
After a day of exploration, visitors can unwind at Achillion, a Greek restaurant in Woltersdorf, offering generous portions and a lively, friendly atmosphere. For those seeking a more tranquil setting, a 20-minute journey on public transport or an 8-minute drive will take you to Badestelle "am Film", a small sandy beach with views across Kalksee to the forest beyond.
Whether you're a history buff, an adventure seeker, or simply looking for a unique day out, Museumspark Rüdersdorf offers something for everyone.
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