Mauergarten Berlin
Berlin, Germany · Operator: Berlin intercultural community
Overview
Intercultural community garden with 50+ raised beds in Berlin. Open to residents of diverse cultural backgrounds. Functions as a space for cultural exchange and community activities
Citizen participation
Intercultural community-operated with open participation for local residents
Operating model
Multicultural gardening community integrating cultural exchange and food production
Impact
Food production, intercultural exchange, social cohesion, community participation
Crops
- vegetables
- herbs
- fruits
Scale
50+ raised beds
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