Schrebergarten (Allotment Gardens)
The German small-garden movement that provides urban dwellers with private garden plots for relaxation, food production, and community building.
Type: tradition
Category: Urban Culture
Origin Year: 1860
About Schrebergarten (Allotment Gardens)
Schrebergarten culture represents the German solution to urban living challenges by providing city dwellers with small garden plots where they can grow food, relax in nature, and build community connections. These allotment gardens, named after Dr. Schreber, create green oases within cities while teaching sustainable living practices and providing affordable access to fresh produce. The Schrebergarten movement embodies German values of self-sufficiency, environmental consciousness, and the therapeutic benefits of gardening and outdoor activity.
Quick Facts
Type:tradition
Category:Urban Culture
Origin Year:1860