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- German
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Enter the ultimate urban battlefield, where the weapons are not made of missiles, but of concrete, glass, and steel. This tour reveals the hidden ideological war that was fought over the divided skyline of Berlin during the Cold War. From the democratic transparency of the Western modern to the imposing splendor of Eastern socialist classicism, you discover how pillars, windows, and rooflines were designed as propaganda. Decipher the architecture of division, control, and capitalist annihilation.
- 6.8 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 173 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure & innovation and urbanism & innovation
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 take local public transport towards Oscar-Niemeyer-Haus. Walk the last few minutes from the nearest stop. Check the current connection on the travel day with the transport association.
Walk from the Neue Nationalgalerie to the nearest stop and take local public transport to Berlin Central Station. Check the current connection on the travel day with the transport association.
Itinerary
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1
A cornerstone of the Interbau 57 - Exhibition, which stood for international modernism for Western democratic freedom.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Akademie der Kunste
A brutalist yet open pavilion complex representing the cultural post-war architecture of West Berlin.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Haus der Kulturen der Welt
The US contribution to Interbau 57, designed as a beacon of western freedom, also known as the 'Pregnant Oyster'.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Marie-Elisabeth-Lueders-Haus
A modern government building that spans the Spree and symbolizes architectural and political reunification.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Palace of Tears
The 'Tear Palace', a former border crossing that represents the architecture of division, surveillance, and control.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Russische Botschaft
A massive Stalinist 'wedding cake' building that exudes Soviet power and socialist triumph.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Sony Center
A huge commercial complex built on the former 'death strip' representing the capitalist architectural takeover.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Neue Nationalgalerie
Mies van der Rohe's masterpiece, which stands as the ultimate monument to Western architectural modernism.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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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