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- German
- English
Come with me to the last remaining haven in Prenzlauer Berg, where rents are still affordable and the people are still true Berliners. At the last large housing estate built in the GDR, we’ll learn more about the history of the GDR and why Prenzlauer Berg was so important to the regime. We’ll also find out what used to stand on the site and why this was so significant for Berlin’s development.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We are meeting at the corner Danziger/Greifswalder Straße, diagonal of Willy Bresch Pub
Itinerary
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We’ll walk through the last large-scale housing estate built by the GDR in the heart of Prenzlauer Berg, a secluded island where people can still afford to live. Discover hidden corners and find out why this area used to be so important for the development of Berlin during the 19th century as well as during GDR times.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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Explore the site of what was once the city’s largest hospital and homeless shelter, built in the 19th century, and see what has become of it today.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We walk past another GDR monument, which has been a listed building since 2025 and is an incredibly interesting place that is well worth a visit.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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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