Berlin, city of eternal youth
With an average age of 42, Berlin has one of the youngest populations in Germany. But in Berlin, most people feel much younger.
… and of effortless recycling.
If you want to get rid of anything in Berlin, don’t go to the rubbish depot. Just put it out on the street. Someone will find a use for it.
Berlin, city of wild boars
Wild boars have made Berlin their home and love to romp around the city. Neither suburban gardens nor bathing suits are safe from them.
… and of curious urban legends.
In 2007, a famous Hollywood director wanted to buy the former US listening station on the Teufelsberg and make yogis fly. Newton said no.
Berlin, city of world stars
The nightlife of the Wall City was legendary and inspired celebrities from all over the world. Two of them even lived together in a shared flat – until one kicked the other out.
… and of undercover spies.
The Glienicke Bridge became famous during the Cold War as a meeting place for the exchange of secret agents between the US and the Soviet Union. Its nickname: “The Bridge of Spies”.
Berlin, capital of protests
If you want to change something (and a lot of people do), you go to a demo. And you can choose from 16 different ones every day.
… and Mecca for Kebab lovers.
Up to 60 tons of kebab skewers are consumed in Berlin every day. Yet the city is home to 10% vegetarians, one of the highest rates in Europe.
Berlin, city of tough bouncers
Berlin is famous for its hard-to-please bouncers. The latest rumour: For a few hundred €, you can book a cool clubber who might get you in. Good luck!!
... and a (not so) digitalized bureaucracy.
Getting an appointment at the town hall is almost as exciting as getting into a club. Once again, you need a lot of patience. Good luck!
Berlin, global capital of graffiti
Every year, Berlin’s city council spends €35 million just to remove graffiti. Even though the city is home to the world’s most famous graffiti – sprayed on the Berlin Wall.
… and of freedom for all.
Then as now, Berlin embraces the motto of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia: ‘Everyone is free to live as they please.’
Berlin, city of industrial waters
Floating houses are banned in Rummelsburg Bay because of water pollution. But this doesn’t stop people fishing anyway.
... and world capital of ravers.
In the '90s, millions of ravers turned the Tiergarten into Europe's largest open-air toilet. A lot of trees survived the Battle of Berlin – but not the Loveparade.
Berlin, city of the “Wegbier”
“Wegbier” – a beer on the way – is as much a part of Berlin’s street life as dog poo. No wonder, with over 1000 “Spätis” (late-night kiosks) offering beverages around the clock.
… and of wild animals.
Berlin has the largest zoo in Europe with more than 10,000 species. But even here there are wall refugees – like Floyd the porcupine, who escaped in 2022.
Berlin, the divided city.
Until 1989, Germany and Berlin were divided by a wall. With daring maneuvers, some managed to escape from East to West. For example, with a homemade hot air balloon.
