Friedenau

The bustling district around Potsdamer Platz is home to Marlene-Dietrich-Platz, a modern square paying homage to her lasting impact. After the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification, Berlin immortalized Dietrich here, in what was once 'no man's land' between East and West.

Marlene Dietrich Berlin: Exploring the Berlin Legacy of an Enigma

Berlin (category)
5 min read
20/02/202414/03/2025

Discover the charm of Wrocław in Berlin with "Życzliwek," the friendly Wrocław dwarf who has found a new home at the former town hall of Friedenau. Immerse yourself in Polish culture as you encounter this endearing character who is here to stay, bridging the gap between two vibrant cities.

A Wrocław Dwarf’s Berlin Adventure: Zyczliwek and the Former Town Hall

Berlin (category)
4 min read
20/05/202318/05/2025

The III. Städtischer Friedhof Stubenrauchstraße is a state-owned cemetery that was created back in 1881 when Friedenau was still a rural community. It was expanded a few times until it reached its current size in 1912. Today, it’s the final resting place of numerous painters, writers, actors, and musicians. Besides, Marlene Dietrich (1901-1992), you will find the last resting place of Ferruccio Busoni (1866–1924), Helmut Newton (1920–2004), and many more.

Marlene Dietrich Grave in Berlin: a visit to Städtischer Friedhof in Friedenau

Berlin (category)
4 min read
23/02/202003/04/2024