Berlin Wall and Cold War Private Bike Tour with an Expert

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4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Trace the historic route of the Berlin Wall by bike to get a feel for the atmosphere of West vs. East Berlin during the Cold War. Travel back in time to 1989 and see Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburger Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Alexanderplatz and more.

Highlights
Explore the route of the Berlin Wall by Bike with a 5-Stars Expert
See the famous artworks on the survivin sections of the wall
Learn about the Cold War and the “Iron Curtain”
Examine the events that led to the rise and fall of the Berlin War
Enjoy an eco-friendly bike tour

With so much to see, a bike tour of the Berlin Wall is the best way to relive the events of the rise and fall of the “Iron Curtain”. Discover the remnants of the former 96-mile border strip between West and East Berlin, as well as the former checkpoints, watchtowers, and Cold War memorials by bike. Enjoy a special bike route tailored to your interest in history.

What's Included

Private Bike Tour of the Berlin Wall
Expert commentary on the Cold War
Licensed Local Guide, who is fluent in your chosen language
Historical facts about the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall
Rental of commuting bicycles
Helmets and other safety equipment (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Novotel Suites Berlin City Potsdamer Platz, Anhalter Str. 2, 10963 Berlin, Germany. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meetin point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your guide in front of Novotel Suites Berlin City Potsdamer Platz, Anhalter Str. 2, 10963 Berlin, Germany. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meetin point

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Checkpoint Charlie

    This exclusive bike tour will follow a route along the remnants of the Berlin Wall, starting with the historic Checkpoint Charlie.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Brandenburg Gate

    Ride past the preserved section of the Berlin Wall and the Holocaust Memorial to the wolrd famous Brandenburg Gate, which symbolised the desire to unify the city of Berlin during the revolutions of 1989.’

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Berlin Friedrichstrasse Station

    At every turn, you will learn about the struggles of living in a partitioned city. See the former border crossing at the Berlin Friedrichstraße station and the Berlin Wall Memorial.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Alexanderplatz

    Make a stop at the Alexanderplatz to witness the site of the largest demonstration in the history of the German Democratic Republic and how they pushed for political reforms.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Berliner Fernsehturm

    See communist landmarks such as the Berliner Fernsehturm and ride through the Museum Island to Gendarmenmarkt to admire monumental buildings that were rebuilt from WWII damage during the Cold War.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please check your email 24 hours before your tour for important information.
  • Please note that the route and number of attractions depends on the selected route.
  • We recommend arriving at the meeting point early, as you will need time to set up your bike.
  • We will rent adult city bikes for your group.
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Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Bike Tours
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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