Germany · Walking Tours

3-Hour Walking Tour of Köpenick in the Captain of Köpenick's Footsteps

3 Hours Round trip from Köpenick Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Follow the footsteps of the legendary "Captain of Köpenick" through the old town
02 Walk from Köpenick Town Hall to the baroque Köpenick Castle
03 Explore historic Köpenick at the confluence of the Spree and Dahme rivers
04 Relax on Castle Island with a breathtaking view of the Spree

Visit the old town of Köpenick, a historic town southwest of Berlin, and stroll from the Town Hall to the baroque castle in the footsteps of the legendary "Captain of Köpenick". Set at the confluence of the Spree and Dahme rivers, the town has a rich and brutal history, with many secrets to uncover along the way. End the tour by relaxing in a neat cafe on Castle Island, where a breathtaking view of the Spree keeps you company.

Set at the confluence of the Spree and Dahme rivers, the town has a rich and brutal history, with many secrets to uncover along the way.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Berlin

Languages English, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Walking Tour from Köpenick Town Hall to Castle Island

Meet your Berlin tour guide at Köpenick Town Hall and begin your walking tour, learning about the sights you pass along the way.
The walk leads from the Town Hall to the baroque Köpenick Castle, following in the footsteps of the legendary "Captain of Köpenick", the protagonist of a satirical play by the German dramatist Carl Zuckmayer based on a true story.
Relax in a cafe on Castle Island with a view of the Spree and revisit the memories of the day before heading back to bustling Berlin.