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Unexpected Berlin: History, Street Art & Schnitzel

This page serves as your guide to Berlin, a city that is always reinventing itself. I have explored its intriguing history and vibrant neighborhoods and discovered some hidden gems that you won’t find in a typical guidebook.

We’ll explore beyond the iconic Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building to discover quirky museums, street art, and remnants of the Berlin Wall. Have you ever heard of the Stasi Museum? It’s a chilling reminder of Berlin’s divided past. We’ll also explore the Museum in der Kulturbrauerei, where you can learn about the surprisingly vibrant heavy metal scene in East Germany.

Of course, every trip to Berlin is complete with indulging in delicious food. I’ll share my favorite spots to find the biggest schnitzel in the city and, maybe, the best burgers Berlin has to offer.

So, come along with me and experience the unique energy of Berlin. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast, or just looking for an adventure, this page will inspire you to explore this captivating city.

This is why I really hate cyclists in Berlin. They go over red lights without even looking if there is a car coming or if there are people trying to cross the street. They cycle on the wrong side of the road, sometimes riding their bike straight into you. Some of them cycle next to you, trying to push you to go faster but not allowing you to go on your own rhythm. There are others that just block the entire bike lane while they talk to another person on a bike next to them. Why? If you want to talk to your friend, stop and talk. Don’t block the bike lane because you felt like sharing that gossip you heard somewhere.

Berlin Bike Rules #Berlinbybike

Summer is coming to Berlin, and on the warmer days, you can almost feel the number of bikes getting larger and more prominent around the streets. For me, this time of the year is always weird since many seasonal cyclists go out, and it seems they need to learn one thing or more. This is… Read More »Un…

Panoramapunkt: A visit to the viewing platform on Potsdamer Platz

Panoramapunkt: A visit to the viewing platform on Potsdamer Platz

Panoramapunkt is one of the best places to see Berlin from above and the perfect place to see what Potsdamer Platz looks like from the top. It has an exciting view of the main tourist spots in Berlin, and you have to go there to see them and take all the pictures you can. We… Read More »Unexpected Ber…

Before it became the Lager Koralle Bunker Complex, the goal was to build a naval academy in the outskirts of Berlin. But, after some test radio transmission, the Navy decided to change its plans and create what we would call the German Command of the Navy.

Exploring the Abandoned Lager Koralle

Before it became the Lager Koralle Bunker Complex, the goal was to build a naval academy in the outskirts of Berlin. But, after some test radio transmission, the Navy decided to change its plans and create what we would call the German Command of the Navy.

Crowned with a golden statue above it, the Berlin Victory Column is one of the city must see sights and destinations. And it also has one of our favorite panoramic views of Berlin!

Siegessäule: The Berlin Victory Column in the middle of Tiergarten

Crowned with a golden statue above it, the Berlin Victory Column is one of the city must see sights and destinations. And it also has one of our favorite panoramic views of Berlin!

If you like unusual facts about Berlin, this article is for you since our goal is to talk a bit about the Eiergasse, Berlin's shortest street. But, as it happens to many things, there is more to this street than its title.

Eiergasse is Berlin’s shortest street

If you like unusual facts about Berlin, this article is for you since our goal is to talk a bit about the Eiergasse, Berlin’s shortest street. But, as it happens to many things, there is more to this street than its title.

Early on a Friday morning, I took my drone to Tempelhof with the explicit goal of capturing how gorgeous the park looks like covered in snow from above. And the pictures and videos I shot there prove that I was right to leave the comfort of my house and head to the park.

Flying a drone high above a frozen Tempelhof

Early on a Friday morning, I took my drone to Tempelhof with the explicit goal of capturing how gorgeous the park looks like covered in snow from above. And the pictures and videos I shot there prove that I was right to leave the comfort of my house and head to the park.

Neukölln has been home to Berliner Berg for years now; their history started in a basement in Schillerkiez back in 2015. When it was time to grow, they didn't want to leave the neighbourhood, and we completely understand that we have been calling Neukölln home since we moved to Berlin.

Berliner Berg Brauerei Neukölln: An indepedent brewery with a beer garden for all

Neukölln has been home to Berliner Berg for years now; their history started in a basement in Schillerkiez back in 2015. When it was time to grow, they didn't want to leave the neighbourhood, and we completely understand that we have been calling Neukölln home since we moved to Berlin.

We hope you know but, if you don't, Birra is the Italian word for beer, and this is the core of the bar in Prenzlauer Berg. They offer almost twenty different types of beer from the tap. During our visit, nearly half of them were from Birrificio Lambrate. This is great for us since we have been to Birrificio Lambrate before, on a trip to Milan back in 2015, and we loved every minute of it.

Birra Bar: Italian Craft Beer in Prenzlauer Berg

Birra is an Italian craft beer bar in the middle of Prenzlauer Berg. There you can travel to Italy without packing your bags and get a taste of one of the best breweries in the country: Birrificio Lambrate from Milan.

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