Public Tour: Medicinal Plants and Herbal Magic

History and Stories

Let’s explore the fascinating world of medicinal plants in the Medicinal Plant Garden! On our tour, you’ll learn how medicinal plant gardens have evolved from antiquity to the present day. We’ll explore the knowledge of Hildegard von Bingen, the role of women knowledgeable in herbalism, healers, and midwives, and the often-misunderstood history of “witches.” We’ll also show how poisonous plants were specifically used and understood. The tour combines historical practices and insights and illustrates how herbal medicine continues to shape our lives today.

Guide: Daniela Lindow-Marinelli

Number of participants: max. 20 people

Target audience: Adults , families, children (recommended for ages 10 and up)

Participation fee: 6 eurosper person (plus admission)

Registration: required

Meeting point: Visitor Center , entrance at Königin-Luise-Platz

Duration: 90 minutes

Dates

August 27, 2026

October 29, 2026

Guide: Daniela Lindw MarinelliTranslated with DeepL

Meeting point: Visitor Center, Entrance at Königin-Luise-Platz

Price info: In addition to the guided tour, you must purchase one admission ticket per person online or at the ticket office.

Booking: If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the Botanical Garden’s Education and Outreach Team.

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Next date:

• Date Thursday, 27/August/2026 17:00 bis 18:30
• Venue Botanischer Garten Berlin - Botanisches Museum
• Address Königin-Luise-Straße 6, 14195 Berlin-Steglitz