Looking for a way to explore Potsdam before you even pack your bags? Potsdam Tourism has launched #explorepotsdam, a delightful podcast series that takes listeners behind the scenes of this stunning Historic Highlight of Germany heritage city.
Hosted by Anne from Potsdam Tourism along with her colleague Claudia, each 20-minute episode delivers insider stories, local favorites, and the kind of authentic recommendations you won’t find in a guidebook. Think of it as a conversation with friends who happen to know every hidden corner of this UNESCO World Heritage city.
What You’ll Discover
The English-language episodes cover the best of Potsdam through the seasons — from spring asparagus traditions and summer paddling adventures on the Havel River, to atmospheric autumn wanderings and Christmas markets illuminated with Potsdam’s signature blue lights (yes, blue—there’s a story there).
One standout episode explores how Potsdam delivers a mini European grand tour in a single day: Dutch red-brick architecture in the charming Holländisches Viertel, Italian garden vibes at the Sicilian Garden, and a detour to Russia via the fairytale wooden houses of Colony Alexandrowka. All without a single passport stamp.
You’ll also learn about quintessentially German traditions—like why locals polish their boots and leave them outside the door during Advent—and get the inside scoop on Babelsberg’s filmmaking legacy.
Tune into Potsdam
The podcast is perfect for trip planning, armchair travel, or simply falling a little more in love with this remarkable city just 30 minutes from Berlin. Find #explorepotsdam wherever you stream your podcasts, or visit potsdam-tourism.com/podcast.