The quiet Gartenstraße runs parallel to the shopping street between Zehlendorf S-Bahn station and the old village church. Here, historic brick villas are lined up on large plots as well as modern city villas. In between, the old trees and cobblestones create the typical Zehlendorf feeling. Where village life once flourished is still the heart of the district today. Here, between Zehlendorf S-Bahn station and the Zehlendorfer Welle shopping center, you will find upmarket delicatessens, organic grocers and small boutiques with a hand-picked range. They reflect the former village character of Zehlendorf. On Saturdays in particular, people fill the sidewalk, have small talks in the stores and enjoy time with their families. The Bali cinema in Gartenstraße is a firm institution. A good address for healthy sleep is Bettenhaus Schmitt. Or if you prefer to browse through books, the Holzapfel bookshop is the right address. And while the tall trees provide shade in the summer months, the Christmas lights create a festive atmosphere in December.