Podcast Tour Berlin Kreuzberg uncensored Empire and Punk

Berlin, Germany
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Duration2h 1m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

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

  • 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. Engelbecken
    10m
    A sunken park, once a canal, then the death strip, and today a symbol of reunification.
  2. St. Thomas Kirche
    10m
    A massive 19th-century church that was physically cut off from half of its congregation by the Berlin Wall.
  3. Kunstlerhaus Bethanien
    10m
    A former deaconess hospital that was saved from demolition by squatters and is now a thriving art center.
  4. Alte Feuerwache Kulturhaus Friedrichshain
    10m
    Berlin's oldest active fire station, a symbol of constancy amidst the neighborhood chaos.
  5. Oranienplatz
    10m
    A historic square that became the epicenter of the refugee protest movement in 2012.
  6. 10m
    A breathtaking pharmacy from the 1860s, converted into a high-end restaurant – a symbol of gentrification with memory.
  7. SO36
    10m
    The legendary punk club that became a refuge for draft dodgers, squatters, and the queer community.
  8. FHXB Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg Museum
    10m
    A museum of history from below, documenting the stories of migrants, squatters, and locals.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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