Hermsdorf: Ost/Waldsee

Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee is defined by its proximity to lakes and forests, with detached houses and a distinctly green, residential character. The defining local feature of Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee is the open landscape of paths, mature vegetation and spaces used for walking, play and informal recreation. How Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee is used over the course of the day depends on seasonal change, longer sightlines and a noticeably quieter rhythm than on nearby built-up streets. Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee lies in the borough of Reinickendorf, about 13 km northwest of central Berlin. From Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee toward Hermsdorf West and Waidmannslust, density, land use and street character shift step by step rather than at a sharp edge. The character of Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee is clearest along everyday routes between homes, public space and nearby destinations. Together, these elements make the everyday value of a green space that is more than a visual backdrop central to the identity of Hermsdorf Ost/Waldsee.