Goltz Baud: Spandau's last pub defies the trend of closures!

Goltz Baud: Spandau's last pub defies the trend of closures!

In the middle of the closure series of many pubs and bars in Berlin, Goltz Baude in Spandau remains a remarkable survival artist. This traditional pub, which has existed for 130 years, has managed to master many challenges. The owner, Helga Strauch, brings a personal touch to the company, whose history goes back to 1894 when her grandfather Hermann Strauch opened the restaurant.

The Goltz Baud in Hakenfelde is not only a gastronomic place, but also part of the community. Helga Strauch, who lives nearby, enjoys getting in touch with the guests and enjoys how the pub is still well attended. Despite financial challenges in recent years, the restaurant has not been closed, but found a new tenant.

new lease contract - new hope

In the recent past, Goltz Baud had to struggle with financial conflicts, which ultimately led to the end of the lease in July 2024. But with the takeover by Lydeven K., a new departure seems to have been successful. With her previous experience of over eight years in another Spandau pub, she brings a breath of fresh air to Goltz Baud.

Since her takeover, Lydeven K. has made numerous improvements. This includes renovation work, special events such as Halloween parties or Oktoberfest celebrations as well as better financial transparency between the parties. These new impulses revived the Goltz Baud and attracted both old and new guests.

neighborhood pub with heart and history

An important aspect that contributes to the attractiveness of the Goltz Baud is the character of the neighborhood pub. "It's like a second living room for many people," the new landlady describes her concept. In the Goltz Baude, people of all ages and social classes meet to talk and laugh together. In contrast to other places where you usually only look at cell phones, direct interpersonal interaction plays a central role here.

Great conversations and a strong community keep the Goltz Baude alive. Lydeven K. emphasizes that the close networking of the residents of Hakenfelde is crucial for the “blooming” of the restaurant. "Here people are interwoven and like to come together," she says. However, this sense of community is not without challenges, since the noise pollution occasionally leads to complaints from neighbors.

Despite these problems, Helga Strauch remains optimistic. "No official application has been received so far," she emphasizes, pointing out that the volume is not the central topic of conflict, but rather the coexistence of the people who visit the Goltz Baud.

In a time when many pubs and bars disappear from the scene, Goltz Baud is an example of how tradition, community and innovation can go hand in hand. With a committed new team and a strong focus on social interaction, Goltz Baud remains an estimated starting point that is open to the challenges of the future. More information about this revitalized traditional pub can be found in a detailed report on www.moz.de .