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Hohenstaufenplatz

From goat pastures to bustling market hub

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Hohenstaufenplatz, also called Zickenplatz, is located in Kreuzberg near Schönleinstraße U-Bahn station. Visit on Tuesdays and Saturdays to enjoy a lively local market.

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Locally known as Zickenplatz, it was once used for grazing goats.

Guided Story

You're standing on Hohenstaufenplatz, affectionately known as Zickenplatz, right here in vibrant Kreuzberg. Did you know goats once grazed here? Today, this spot is a beloved gathering place for the local community. On Tuesdays and Saturdays, you can explore the bustling market that fills the square with colors and aromas. Look around, you might spot some of the historic Stolpersteine on Kottbusser Damm, just a short distance away. Head northwest, and you'll find the Christuskirche nearby. Enjoy the blend of history and lively city life that makes this square so unique.