Glienicke Bridge

Straddling the Havel River between Potsdam and Berlin, the Glienicke Bridge is best known as the Cold War’s “Bridge of Spies,” where the US and USSR exchanged captured agents. Built in the 1900s and rebuilt after WWII, it offers striking views of lakes, palaces, and parks within the UNESCO-listed Potsdam landscape. Informative plaques outline its espionage history, and the nearby Glienicke Palace and Babelsberg Park make an easy pairing. Visit for a short, atmospheric stop combining scenic photography, accessible history, and a tangible link between Prussian grandeur and 20th‑century geopolitics. No ticket required; accessible by bus or bike.