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Location & Potsdam, tips for excursions with children, all photos of our hotel and our recommended partners.
Location & Potsdam
Hotel am Katharinenholz is located in Potsdam Bornstedt, conveniently situated between the Old Town to the east and Park Sanssouci to the south. All around: parks, forests, lakes. Restaurants and a bus stop are just 200 metres away.
Distances
From Sanssouci to the Glienicker Brücke – here you can see the most important destinations around Hotel am Katharinenholz.
To Berlin & back
Our guests use public transport in Potsdam and Berlin free of charge. This allows you to reach the Brandenburger Tor, museums or Filmpark Babelsberg stress-free – and return just as relaxed to our oaks in the evening.
At reception, we provide detailed advice on lines, connections and excursions. Extensive, multilingual information material is available for you.
Greek cuisine – 1 minute on foot.
Open website →Italian – 3 minutes on foot.
Open website →You will receive a detailed list of further restaurants, cafés and bars upon your arrival.
Enquire directly with the hotel
Whether it is parking, public transport tickets or the best route to Park Sanssouci – simply send us your travel dates, and we will usually get back to you the same day with an answer and a suitable room proposal.
Response usually on the same day · Reception available daily · free cancellation by arrangement
Family Hotel Potsdam ★★★s
Family rooms, child-friendly breakfast and a free public transport ticket for Potsdam and Berlin: from Hotel am Katharinenholz, you can easily set off for Filmpark Babelsberg, Sanssouci, Havel and the Zoo.
Our 3-star superior hotel in Potsdam-Bornstedt is ideal for families: a quiet location at Katharinenholz, family rooms and extra beds on request, a rich breakfast buffet (10 € p.p. / day) as well as parking spaces directly at the house. With the free public transport ticket, you can reach Sanssouci, Filmpark Babelsberg and Berlin without searching for parking – leaving more time for the children.
These destinations are particularly easy to reach from Family Hotel Potsdam – with official links and distances.
Behind the scenes of the world's oldest film studio: stunt shows, film city tours, 4D action cinema and animal interactions – a highlight for children from about 6 years old.
Tip: Easily accessible with the public transport ticket: bus + tram in ca. 35 minutes.
filmpark-babelsberg.de (opens Filmpark Babelsberg in a new window)Interactive exhibits on film history, children's programmes at weekends and guided tours specially for families.
Tip: Ideal for rainy days – located directly in the old town.
filmmuseum-potsdam.de (opens Filmmuseum Potsdam in a new window)Starting point for family day trips to Berlin: Zoologischer Garten, Aquarium, Legoland Discovery Centre or the Museum für Naturkunde.
Tip: With the free public transport ticket to Berlin centre in ca. 30 minutes.
bahnhof.de (opens Potsdam Hauptbahnhof in a new window)A relaxed day on the water: cruises through the Potsdam Havel landscape with palaces and bridges. Passenger ships often offer child discounts.
Tip: Day tickets with several departures – book early in summer.
schifffahrt-in-potsdam.de (opens Weiße Flotte Potsdam in a new window)Huge meadows, vineyard terraces, water features and hidden gardens – perfect for running around, picnicking and exploring. Palaces such as Sanssouci or the Orangerieschloss can be explored in a family-friendly way.
Tip: With the free public transport ticket, you can reach all palaces without parking stress.
spsg.de (opens Park Sanssouci & leisure areas in a new window)Almost on the doorstep: a well-kept garden with open spaces, ideal for a short stroll with a pram or for taking a break between excursions.
Tip: Free access – especially beautiful in spring and summer.
karl-foerster-garten.de (opens Karl-Foerster-Garten in a new window)One of the most impressive palaces in Park Sanssouci: magnificent rooms, historical collections and extensive gardens to discover.
Tip: Combine your visit with a stroll through Park Sanssouci.
spsg.de/neues-palais (opens Neues Palais in a new window)Tropical adventure pool in the former Cargolifter hangar: slides, wave pool, children's area and overnight accommodation. Suitable for a day or a weekend.
Tip: Day trip by car or train (Krausnick) – book tickets in advance.
tropical-islands.de (opens Tropical Islands in a new window)Germany's oldest zoo featuring elephants, pandas, aquariums, and petting zoos. Can be combined with the Berlin Aquarium directly opposite.
Tip: Reachable by S-Bahn from Potsdam Hauptbahnhof in about 30 minutes.
zoo-berlin.de (opens Zoologischer Garten Berlin in a new window)Several public playgrounds in the hotel's neighbourhood – ideal for a relaxed evening after a day of excursions.
Tip: A city map showing the nearest playgrounds is available at reception.
potsdam.de (opens Play and leisure areas in Bornstedt in a new window)For families
Our Superior rooms, the Suite, and the Attic Suite can be expanded into family rooms with an extra bed. At breakfast, children will find a child-friendly selection at the buffet. Take advantage of the free public transport ticket to experience Potsdam and Berlin without the hassle of finding a parking space.
Ask us about family-friendly restaurants, the current playground map, or events for children – we are happy to help.
We can personally advise you on suitable rooms, excursions, and events for children.
All external links lead to provider websites. Please check opening times and prices there.
Enquire directly with the hotel
Extra bed, cot, or two connecting rooms: Let us know the age and number of children, and we will suggest the right room solution including the price.
Response usually on the same day · Reception available daily · free cancellation by arrangement
Impressions
All photos of our hotel at a glance – rooms, breakfast, garden and the surroundings of Sanssouci. Click on an image to enlarge.
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These rooms, the garden and the breakfast are waiting for you. Send us your travel dates – we usually reply on the same day and reserve your preferred room.
Response usually on the same day · Reception available daily · free cancellation by arrangement
Between the old town and relaxation
Relax in our garden sauna or explore Potsdam and Sanssouci by bicycle – directly from Hotel am Katharinenholz.
Our hotel's own garden sauna offers space for 1–4 people and is the perfect retreat after a day in Potsdam.
Potsdam is best discovered by bicycle: from Park Sanssouci across the banks of the Havel to the historic old town.
Reserve your stay and enquire directly about sauna use or bicycle hire – we look forward to welcoming you.
Enquire directly with the hotel
The private sauna is reserved for you by the hour. Tell us your preferred time, we will check availability and provide towels.
Response usually on the same day · Reception available daily · free cancellation by arrangement
Recommended addresses
Hotels and holiday rentals that we can recommend with full conviction – whether for a trip to the Erzgebirge or an alternative in Potsdam city centre.
www.feriendomizil-erzgebirge.de
Welcome to the "ALL-IN" holiday home in the beautiful Erzgebirge, not far from the Czech border, the spa town of Seiffen, Annaberg-Buchholz and the mountain town of Marienberg. The house offers an ideal starting point for day trips. It accommodates up to 7 adults and children with 4 bedrooms, a cosy living room, a well-equipped kitchen with dining room and a modern bathroom with walk-in shower and rainshower.
To the website(opens in a new window)www.hotelvillamontevino.de
Small, privately run 4-star boutique hotel in the centre of Potsdam. Enjoy exquisite wines and drinks in the hotel bar or in the Herrenzimmer (Smokers Lounge).
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Gift your loved ones relaxing hours at Hotel am Katharinenholz. Whether for an overnight stay, breakfast or an amount of your choice – in the voucher shop, you can easily create the perfect voucher online and receive it immediately by email.
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