Neu-Hohenschönhausen
Neu-Hohenschönhausen is a SUB AREA in Berlin, State of Berlin.
Neu-Hohenschönhausen is a largely residential district in Berlin's Lichtenberg borough, offering a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere away from the city's tourist crowds. While not a classic travel destination, it provides an authentic glimpse into everyday Berlin life, with expansive green spaces like the Obersee and Fennpfuhl parks perfect for leisurely walks. The area is known for its GDR-era Plattenbau architecture, which history buffs may find intriguing. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and the Hohenschönhausen Memorial, a former Stasi prison turned museum that offers powerful guided tours. The district is well-connected to central Berlin via the S-Bahn and trams, making it a practical base for budget-conscious travelers seeking a quieter stay. Don't expect nightlife or major attractions here; instead, enjoy the local parks, community feel, and easy access to Berlin's more famous sights.
Best time to visit Neu-Hohenschönhausen
Late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September-October) offer mild weather and fewer crowds. Summer (July-August) is warm but can be rainy; parks are lovely. Winter (November-February) is cold and gray, but Christmas markets in central Berlin are a draw. For budget travelers, shoulder seasons provide lower prices.
October
NowRight now
- Condition
- Overcast
- Temperature
- 12°
- Feels like
- 9°
- Humidity
- 66%
- Wind
- 15 km/h
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
Typical for October
- Weather
- Cool 7-14°C, leaves changing
Travel notes
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- Moderate
Autumn colors
Weather from Open-Meteo
Know before you go
Getting there
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
International
30 km away
Berlin Tegel Airport (closed)
International
0 km away
Berlin Schönefeld Airport (now part of BER)
International
0 km away
Getting around
Stay connected
WiFi speed
50 Mbps
Mobile data
Excellent
WiFi
Widely available in cafes and public libraries
Local SIM
Local SIM available at Berlin airports from €10
Stay safe
Overall
8/10Generally safe, but standard urban precautions apply.
Night safety
7/10Generally safe, but standard urban precautions apply.
Transport
9/10Scam risk
6/10Entry and health
Health information
Culture
Local customs
Costs and practicals
Cost level
Meals
Hotels
Local transport
Cost notes
Timezone
Local time 17:14
More facts
Population
56,921
Type
Suburb
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Alt-Hohenschönhausen
Alt-Treptow
Baumschulenweg
Berlin Köpenick
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Blankenburg
Blankenfelde
Bohnsdorf
Britz
Buch
Buckow
Charlottenburg
Charlottenburg-Nord
Dahlem
Falkenberg
Falkenhagener Feld
Fennpfuhl
Französisch Buchholz
Friedenau
Friedrichsfelde
Friedrichshagen
Friedrichshain
Frohnau
Gatow
Gesundbrunnen
Gropiusstadt
Grünau
Grunewald
Hakenfelde
Halensee
Hansaviertel
Haselhorst
Heiligensee
Heinersdorf
Hellersdorf
Hermsdorf
Johannisthal
Karlshorst
Karow
Kaulsdorf
Kladow
Konradshöhe
Köpenick
Kreuzberg
Lankwitz
Lichtenberg
Lichtenrade
Lichterfelde
Lübars
Mahlsdorf
Malchow
Mariendorf
Marienfelde
Märkisches Viertel
Marzahn
Mitte
Moabit
Müggelheim
Neukölln
Niederschöneweide
Niederschönhausen
Nikolassee
Oberschöneweide
Pankow
Plänterwald
Prenzlauer Berg
Rahnsdorf
Reinickendorf
Rosenthal
Rudow
Rummelsburg
Schmargendorf
Schmöckwitz
Schöneberg
Siemensstadt
Spandau
Staaken
Stadtrandsiedlung Malchow
Steglitz
Tegel
Tempelhof
Tiergarten
Treptow
Waidmannslust
Wannsee
Wartenberg
Wedding
Weißensee
Westend
Wilhelmsruh
Wilhelmstadt
Wilmersdorf
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Zehlendorf
Frequently Asked Questions
Also known as: Berlin-Neu-Hohenschoenhausen, Berlin-Neu-Hohenschönhausen, Ной-Хоэншёнхаузен

