Kladow in focus: Citizens shape the future of their village center!

Kladow in focus: Citizens shape the future of their village center!

The Spandau district office invites you to an information and dialogue event on July 16, 2025, which will deal with the in-depth urban development study on the old village center of Kladow. The event will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the Ritterfeld elementary school. The aim is to present the first results of the study and to conduct an open dialogue about the special features of Kladow as well as structures worth preserving and development needs. City councilor for construction Thorsten Schatz emphasizes the importance of participation by residents and interested citizens. Participation in the event requires prior registration, which can be done via a link provided. This is reported by the Berlin District Office Spandau.

Kladow, as the southernmost district of the Berlin district of Spandau, is known for its rural charm within the vibrant metropolis. Kladow was first mentioned in a document in 1267 under the name “Clodow” and is considered one of the oldest districts of Spandau. The history of Kladow is characterized by Slavic settlement in the 9th to 12th centuries, which is proven by archaeological finds. The “Kladower silver find”, which documents early medieval metal processing, also dates from this period. Kladow also experienced considerable devastation during the Thirty Years' War and developed into a place of dominant private land ownership and agriculture in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Urban developments and challenges

The upcoming urban planning in-depth study aims to secure Kladow's historical building and local structure for the future. This is particularly relevant because the village atmosphere of Kladow not only shapes the townscape, but also the quality of life of the residents. Current challenges include the integration of new residential areas on the former Gatow airfield and the development of the Cladow Center, which has relocated commercial activities from the old village center.

The cultural sights of Kladow, such as the country house garden Dr. Max Fraenkel and the Military History Museum on the old airfield site contribute to the identity of the district. Leisure opportunities such as swimming, sailing and fishing on the Havel and near Lake Groß Glienicke strengthen Kladow's profile as an attractive residential area.

The developments in various districts of Berlin, such as the plans for the Berliner Mitte and the Tempelhof Airport project, illustrate the urban development trend that is also noticeable in Kladow. The dialogue process about Tempelhofer Feld and the creation of new residential areas, such as in Siemensstadt, show that a balance is being sought between traditional village structure and modern housing requirements. According to the Senate Department for Urban Development and Housing, the dialogue on urban development reflects the need to be able to implement adaptable and sustainable solutions for all parts of the city.