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- German
- English
Discover the hidden layers of Berlin's most legendary neighborhood. This is not a stroll to hip cafes and street art; it is a deep dive into a city that has been built, destroyed, divided, and revived through squatting. From the imperial splendor of the 19th century to the death strip of the Cold War, and from the radical punk resistance of the 80s to today's complex gentrification – you will see how Kreuzberg became a 'palimpsest': a manuscript that was repeatedly overwritten. Accompany Max and the local expert Marta as they decode the scars on the buildings and the soul of the streets.
- 3.3 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 121 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and identity, migration & globalization
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Berlin Central Station with local public transport towards Engelbecken. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Engelbecken. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From the FHXB Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg Museum, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Berlin Central Station. The starting point is the FHXB Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg Museum. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Engelbecken
A sunken park, once a canal, then the death strip, and today a symbol of reunification.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A massive 19th-century church that was physically cut off from half of its congregation by the Berlin Wall.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Kunstlerhaus Bethanien
A former deaconess hospital that was saved from demolition by squatters and is now a thriving art center.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Berlin's oldest active fire station, a symbol of constancy amidst the neighborhood chaos.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Oranienplatz
A historic square that became the epicenter of the refugee protest movement in 2012.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A breathtaking pharmacy from the 1860s, converted into a high-end restaurant – a symbol of gentrification with memory.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7SO36
The legendary punk club that became a refuge for draft dodgers, squatters, and the queer community.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
A museum of history from below, documenting the stories of migrants, squatters, and locals.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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