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apply in all public green spaces and recreation areas (which can be recognised by the tulip sign at the entrances).
- 1. Be considerate to other people, plants, animals and any equipment.
- a. Be considerate to others e.g. when playing ball games.
- b. Respect the city’s green spaces: be mindful of vegetation, do not walk on flowerbeds.
- c. Keep equipment such as benches clean and usable, so that they can continue to be used by everyone.
- 2. Only cycle on marked cycle paths.
- a. Some main roads may be used by cyclists. Pedestrians always have right of way.
- b. Be especially considerate of children and people with restricted mobility.
- c. Motorised vehicles such as e-scooters are not permitted in the green spaces.
- 3. Clear away rubbish and remove any dirt immediately.
- a. Avoid waste and recycle unavoidable waste if possible.
- b. Dog owners are responsible for their animals. Dog waste must be removed immediately. You are not entitled to a poop bag.
- c. Cigarette stubs are not very biodegradable, poison soil and groundwater, and are a danger to children, so please always dispose of them in a waste bin.
- 4. Keep noise levels down and adhere to the night hours.
- a. Being considerate towards others is the top priority when it comes to noise levels.
- b. Noise that severely disturbs other people is not permitted. This also applies to loud music.
- c. You must not make any noise during night hours, which are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
- 5. Barbecues and open flames are not permitted.
- a. Barbecues and open flames can cause fires and damage vegetation.
- b. The smoke and smells annoy other park visitors and residents.
- c. You are only allowed to barbecue at marked barbecue spots.
- 6. Always keep your dog on the lead.
- a. Be considerate of others. This is for everyone’s safety and well-being.
- b. To ensure that vegetation is not damaged and wild animals are not startled.
- c. Dogs are allowed to roam freely in marked dog areas.
- 7. Do not feed wild animals.
- a. Wild animals should remain wild and not become accustomed to being fed.
- b. Giving animals the wrong kind of feed is bad for their health – never give them bread or leftovers.
- c. Leftover food attracts rats and other pests. If left in water, it can lower oxygen levels and kill fish.
- 8. Swimming is only allowed in marked swimming areas.
- a. Water-side plants are important for ecological balance. They are a place of retreat for animals. Plants and animals are destroyed by people walking along riverbanks.
- b. The water quality is regularly monitored in marked swimming areas to warn swimmers if there is any pollution that may be damaging to health.
- c. Swimming in the River Spree is strictly forbidden due to the shipping traffic and the poor water quality.
Be a role model for others! Berlin’s parks can only be a meeting point and a place of recreation for everyone if we all stick to these rules and treat the city’s green spaces with respect.