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Berlin is a city layered with history that offers countless sites that narrate its complex past. While landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Berliner Fernsehturm are globally recognized, a less-visited yet profoundly significant site lies in the southern district of Mariendorf: the Martin Luther Memorial Church. Often starkly referred to as the Berlin Nazi Church, this building provides a unique and unsettling glimpse into the intertwining of faith and fascism during the Third Reich.

Berlin’s Enduring Nazi Church: The Martin Luther Memorial in Mariendorf

Berlin
9 min read
17/05/202518/05/2025

Berlin is a city that pulsates with history and bears the unforgettable marks of its tumultuous past. Especially when you consider the last century. Among the most striking and haunting remnants are the monuments of the Nazi Architecture era. This period sought to reshape the city into the grandiose capital of "Germania."

Echoes of the Reich: Uncovering Nazi Architecture in Berlin

Berlin
8 min read
02/05/202530/04/2025

We passed by bike a few times on our way to Adlershof, and we always wondered what it would look like from inside the fences. We knew about the abandoned Flugplatz Johannisthal for years, and we even tried to find our way a few years ago. Still, we only made it in early January 2021.

The Abandoned Flugplatz Johannisthal: Exploring Germany’s first commercial airfield

Berlin, Urbex
8 min read
27/04/202529/04/2025

Berlin pulsates with relentless energy and artistic innovation, constantly offering new experiences to those willing to explore. Yet, even here, some opportunities are unique. Some are like fleeting moments that capture the city's transient beauty. One such must-see event currently captivating the German capital is The Dark Rooms Hotel, an immersive art exhibition transforming a lost place of the city into a realm of sensory exploration.

Berlin’s Most Enigmatic Art Event: Step Inside the Shadows of The Dark Rooms Hotel

Berlin
7 min read
22/04/202523/04/2025

Berlin's Tempelhof Feld is unlike any other. This vast expanse, once a bustling airport central to the city's history, now serves as a massive public park—a unique blend of historical remnants and wide-open recreational space. In the summer of 2023, I joined a photo walk organized by the great folks at Safelight Berlin, armed with my trusty Canon F-1 and a very special roll of film: a heavily expired AGFA HDC 100.

Berlin Tempelhof Through the Lens: An AGFA HDC 100 Film Experience

Berlin, Photography
6 min read
17/04/202530/04/2025

Berlin is a city rich in history, with its vibrant present often built on the remnants of a complex and, at times, troubling past. While iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag attract millions of visitors, there are quieter sites that hold equally profound stories. One such site is the memorial dedicated to the former Columbia-Haus, situated on Columbiadamm near the expansive grounds of the former Tempelhof Airport.

Echoes of Terror: Visiting the Memorial to Berlin’s Columbia-Haus

Berlin
9 min read
07/04/202510/04/2025

Berlin is synonymous with its cutting-edge art scene, historical landmarks, and pulsating nightlife, transforming pink each spring. As the chill of winter fades away, a blush of pink and white sweeps across the city streets, signaling the arrival of the much-anticipated cherry blossom season. For locals and tourists alike, Cherry Blossom in Berlin has become a certain mantra, a quest to witness nature's ephemeral masterpiece. And I'm here to share with you what I learned about it!

Cherry Blossom Berlin: Your Ultimate Guide to Spring’s Pink Paradise

Berlin
5 min read
31/03/202529/03/2025

Located in the western outskirts of Berlin, the Berlin-Grunewald station was used to deport Jews to ghettos and extermination camps in the east. Today, where all of this happened, there is the Platform 17 Memorial inaugurated in January 1998 to commemorate the deportation done by Deutsche Reichsbahn during the years of Nazi Germany.

A Journey Through Time: Discovering Five Essential Jewish Historical Sites in Berlin

Berlin
5 min read
28/03/202528/03/2025

The route passed through the Müritz National Park, a place known as the land of a thousand lakes, and it was stunning to cycle through it. Also, it was the first time I spotted any other cyclist on the Berlin to Copenhagen route. Especially when I got to Waren, a gorgeous city by the Müritz Lake, I could spot people bike-packing, and it felt nice to be part of a group.

Overnight Between Berlin and Copenhagen: A Cyclist’s Guide to Rest and Recharge

Denmark, Germany, Hotel
5 min read
25/03/202525/03/2025

Located in the vibrant district of Moabit is the Levetzowstraße Deportation Memorial, a poignant reminder of one of the darkest chapters in the city's history. This memorial marks the site of the former Levetzowstraße Synagogue, which tragically changed from a place of worship to a transit camp for deportation during the Nazi regime.

Moabit’s Memorial: A Stark Reminder of Berlin’s Deportations

Berlin
5 min read
18/03/202531/03/2025

The Schlangenbader Straße tunnel is a key feature of the iconic housing complex called Autobahnüberbauung Schlangenbader Straße, located in Berlin's Wilmersdorf district. It showcases the ambitious urban planning of the 1970s.

The Schlangenbader Strasse Tunnel: A Unique Berlin Landmark in Transition

Berlin, Urbex
7 min read
13/03/202513/03/2025

Situated on the peaceful shores of Jungfernsee, just north of Potsdam, the enchanting Sacrow Church, or Heilandskirche, offers a truly special experience.

The Romantic Charm of Sacrow Church: A Travel Guide

Potsdam
6 min read
08/03/202507/03/2025

At the beginning of the year, social media successfully influenced me when they showed me this South Asian-inspired brunch place called Desi Diner in Neukölln. The place seemed to have a very refreshing take on one of the most sought-after meals in Berlin, and after working around their tricky opening hours (we'll talk about this later), we finally managed to go!

Desi Diner in Neukölln: Your Guide to the Best South Asian Brunch

Berlin, Restaurants
4 min read
03/03/202512/03/2025

A City of Souls: Exploring the Jewish Cemetery in Berlin-Weissensee

Berlin
7 min read
02/02/202517/02/2025

Now that you got your camera, you need to buy some film and put it all to use. Below are some places I go to buy film in Berlin and some online shops I go to when I need something more specific.

A Beginners Guide to Analog Photography in Berlin

Berlin, Photography
15 min read
21/01/202502/02/2025

When you think of Cologne, Germany, what comes to mind? The majestic Köln Cathedral with its towering spires? I'm here to show you a different type of church—one hidden amongst the more traditional architecture—the St. Johannes XXIII Church, a stunning example of brutalist architecture.

Brutalism in Köln: St. Johannes XXIII Church – A Hidden Gem

Köln
5 min read
16/01/202530/01/2025

Due to some issues with the space available and my fear of falling, I left my Canon F-1 home. I traveled to Copenhagen with a more compact camera. This is how I ended up cycling with my Lomography LC-A+. I wanted a consistent look throughout the trip, so instead of my usual experimental approach to film usage, I bought some rolls of Kodak Gold 200 and took them with me. You will see this in the images I selected for this.

Why I Used a Film Camera on My Bike Ride from Berlin to Copenhagen

Photography
6 min read
06/01/202525/02/2025

Berlin is a fantastic city, there’s no doubt about that. Every now and then, you need to step back from the craziness of modern life. A weekend escape from Berlin is the perfect way to recharge your batteries and return to the city feeling refreshed and ready to go.

A Weekend Escape from Berlin: 5 Cities You Need to Visit

Berlin, Dresden, Hamburg, Leipzig, Poznan, Szczecin
8 min read
11/12/202419/01/2025

Less than an hour train ride from Berlin, Potsdam feels like a world apart. Stepping into this charming city is like stepping back in time, with its grand palaces, pristine parks, and fascinating historical sites.

10 Must-See Places in Potsdam: A Weekend Getaway from Berlin

Potsdam
13 min read
05/12/202419/01/2025

The Ringbahn Beer Challenge is different from your average pub crawl. It's a crazy adventure for people who love trains, beer, and a good challenge. If that sounds like you, then you're in for a treat!

The Ringbahn Beer Challenge: A Birthday I’ll Never Forget (or Maybe I Will)

Berlin
4 min read
11/11/202411/11/2024

If you're a craft beer enthusiast visiting Berlin or a local like me, the Mikkeller Berlin Bar in Mitte is a must-visit. Located on Torstraße, this bar is the first German location of the well-known Danish microbrewery Mikkeller.

Mikkeller Berlin Bar: Discover Danish Delights in Mitte

Berlin
4 min read
02/11/202403/11/2024

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