Podcast Tour Berlin Laughing about the Apocalypse

Berlin, Germany
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Duration3h 33m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the rough, neon-lit, and graffiti-covered streets of West Berlin in the 1980s. This isn't just a music tour; it's a journey to an isolated, walled island city that coincidentally produced the funniest punk band in history. Discover how Die Ärzte turned the apocalyptic fear of the Cold War into a hilariously comical three-chord rebellion. From occupied houses and chaotic pubs to legendary concert halls, you explore the invisible infrastructure of a subculture that refused to take the end of the world seriously.

- 8.8 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 213 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in pop culture & media landscapes and pop culture & media
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
  • Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
  • Point-to-point navigation between stops

What to expect

  1. 10m
    An iconic concert venue of the 80s where Die Ärzte played early, important shows, including their temporary farewell tour in 1988.
  2. Kumpelnest 3000
    10m
    A legendary, eccentric bar that perfectly embodies the wild, boundless West Berlin nightlife.
  3. 10m
    Once the legendary district Latin, where Die Ärzte made the leap from occupied houses to real stages in 1983/84.
  4. 10m
    The absolute ground zero for Die Ärzte, a formerly occupied house where they played their first concert in 1982.
  5. 10m
    One of the oldest self-managed youth centers in Berlin, representing the DIY infrastructure of the punk scene.
  6. 10m
    An iconic comic shop that reflects the pop culture and horror-trash aesthetic that Die Ärzte was influenced by.
  7. 10m
    The CBGBs in Berlin, where Die Ärzte played legendary, chaotic shows and cemented their legacy.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Berlin Central Station with local public transport towards Metropol. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Metropol, Berlin, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

From SO36, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Berlin Central Station. The starting point is SO36, Berlin, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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