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Marzahn celebrates: Renaming of Springpfuhlstrasse as a monument to the cosmonauts!
Discover the history of Marzahn-Hellersdorf: from the renaming of Springpfuhlstraße to the living conditions in the 70s.
Marzahn celebrates: Renaming of Springpfuhlstrasse as a monument to the cosmonauts!
On September 22, 1978, Springpfuhlstrasse in Marzahn was renamed Allee der Kosmonauten, an important event that was accompanied by the presence of the cosmonauts Sigmund Jähn and Waleri Bykowski. On that day, the construction site in Marzahn stood still, which underlined the importance of the renaming. The renaming symbolizes the development of the region in the 70s and 80s, when blocks of flats were quickly built in the new districts on the outskirts of East Berlin. These new buildings were very desirable for many Berliners because they offered modern amenities such as hot water from the wall and enough space for furniture.
The surroundings of these residential buildings were also attractively designed. There were club restaurants and department stores nearby, which enriched social life. The popular events included the “Marzahner Frühling” folk festival, disco evenings in the “Fire Station” and purebred dog exhibitions in Biesdorf. Western television was dedicated to life in Marzahn and contributed to the district's popularity.
Life in Marzahn
In the neighboring districts of Biesdorf, Mahlsdorf and Kaulsdorf, life was village-like, which offered the residents a special quality of life. Popular personalities such as pop star Frank Schöbel and the Bause family of musicians also made the region famous. A nice place for everyday shopping was the Staaks family store, where special products such as peanut flips and brandy beans were available.
The photo documentation and the program “Berlin as it once was” deals with everyday life in the new East Berlin districts and offers a deep insight into this eventful history. In this program, numerous Berlin personalities have their say, including Wolfgang Ziegler, Micaela Schäfer, Juliane Duda, Marianne Serowski, Wiebke Hollersen, Martina Tschauder, Peter Wilke, Ute Kampschulte and Karl-Heinz Gärtner, who share their memories of the time and reflect on both positive and challenging aspects of life in Marzahn.
This look back into Marzahn's history shows how deeply rooted the former village life in the region still is and how it has changed over the years. For many Berliners, Marzahn remains a place full of stories and memories of the past.