Walk over the Beelitz-Heilstaetten area - Toptree walk and ground

The area of the former Beelitz-Heilstaetten is ideal for a one day trip. It gives you an idea about an historic hospital and surgery complex which was started been build in 1898. Beelitz-Heilstätten was established in the late 19th century as a sanatorium complex for the treatment of tuberculosis patients. It was part of a larger movement during that time to build specialized medical facilities to combat the growing tuberculosis epidemic. Over the years, it expanded and became one of the largest hospital complexes in the world. The buildings were used ust after the war until 1994 by the soviet army. One of the most famous patient has been Erich Honecker, former GDR president in 1990. And of yourse Adolf Hitler who was treated here in 1916.

The architecture of Beelitz-Heilstätten is notable for its grandeur and distinctive style. The buildings were designed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and feature a mix of architectural influences, including Neo-Gothic, Renaissance, and Art Nouveau elements. The complex includes numerous buildings, such as patient wards, treatment facilities, administrative buildings, and a majestic water tower.

In recent years, efforts have been made to restore and repurpose parts of the Beelitz-Heilstätten complex. Some buildings have been renovated and converted into a hotel, conference center, and exhibition spaces. Additionally, parts of the site are used for medical rehabilitation and treatment, ensuring the continuation of the complex's original purpose.

The entrace ticket costs about 16 € (2023) for adults and is free for children under 6. It is a tourists place, so you can find all the convenient stuff you are expecting to find: Namely clean toilets, bistro with good selection of warm and cold food. A small souvenir shop as well as an ice cream pallor. You can find the most important find on the official "Baum und Zeit" website, also shown below:

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Official website: Baum & Zeit