Opposite the impressive, partially-restored St. Michael's church is a pond, sunk into a depressed parkway that was once a canal. Hidden away at the reedy edge of the pond is a sunny terrace café. View of the water and the rustling tall green reeds makes this a peaceful respite from all things city while still being near the heart of Kreuzberg (and can you believe this area was once filled with rubble, and part of the Wall’s death strip?). Pizza and snacks are served and they offer a choice of cocktails.