Rent a Boat at Lake Tegel
Lake Tegel Boat Rental – Cruises on Lake Tegel and the Upper Havel
Looking to rent a boat in Tegel, Berlin? Explore Lake Tegel and the Upper Havel by motorboat, BBQ raft, houseboat or private excursion vessel. This northern Berlin boating area is known for wooded shores, islands and peaceful surroundings suitable for swimming trips and relaxed cruises.
Depending on the vessel, trips depart from Greenwichpromenade in Tegel, Spandau's Old Town or Wasserstadtbrücke. Choose from self-drive boats with or without a license and larger skipper-guided ships. Compare available options by group size, departure location and intended route.
Rent a Boat in Tegel
Lake Tegel Boat Hire: Departure Points, Routes and Excursions
Where do Lake Tegel boat trips depart?
Greenwichpromenade is a major departure area for excursion and private charter boats. Starting here means you are already on Lake Tegel.
Other boats depart from Spandau's Old Town. From there, the route follows the Upper Havel towards the lake, taking approximately 20 minutes depending on the vessel.
Selected license-free BBQ rafts depart near Wasserstadtbrücke. Always check the boarding location stated in the individual boat listing.
Which routes can you take from Lake Tegel?
From around 3 hours: A relaxed swimming cruise on Lake Tegel and the neighbouring Upper Havel provides time to enjoy the islands, wooded banks and swimming areas. Anchoring and swimming depend on local regulations and conditions.
From around 6 hours: Suitable boats can undertake longer trips towards Charlottenburg, Moabit and central Berlin. Depending on the route, this may include Plötzensee Lock, the government district and Mühlendamm Lock.
Longer cruises towards Wannsee and Potsdam may also be possible with the right boat and starting point. Alternatively, travel north along the Upper Havel towards Brandenburg. All durations are estimates and depend on river traffic, locks, cruising speed and the selected route.
Which boats can you rent in Tegel?
Options include license-free motorboats, BBQ rafts and houseboats for smaller groups, as well as licensed self-drive motorboats and yachts.
One featured excursion boat is Mathilda, an electric-powered vessel accommodating up to 25 guests. It has two sun decks and a sheltered lounge. Cruises are operated with a skipper and suit private outings and group events.
BBQ rafts are another option for relaxed trips from Spandau along the Upper Havel.
How do you reach the departure points?
For Greenwichpromenade, you can travel via Tegel S-Bahn station and continue to the waterfront. For departures from Spandau's Old Town, the Rathaus Spandau transport hub is a useful reference point.
Public parking is available around Greenwichpromenade, with charges applying in some areas. Check the exact pier and travel directions before departure.