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Descubre Berlin desde una perspectiva única a bordo de rutas ferroviarias espectaculares.
Berlin is a city of scars and rebirth, a living canvas where the tumultuous history of the 20th century meets an unstoppable cultural avant-garde. From the vestiges of the Wall to the grandeur of the Brandenburg Gate, passing through a legendary scene of techno clubs and constantly bustling art galleries, Berlin is a metropolis of contrasts: raw, creative, free and in perpetual transformation.
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Berlin is a city of scars and rebirth, a living canvas where the tumultuous history of the 20th century meets an unstoppable cultural avant-garde. From the vestiges of the Wall to the grandeur of the Brandenburg Gate, passing through a legendary scene of techno clubs and constantly bustling art galleries, Berlin is a metropolis of contrasts: raw, creative, free and in perpetual transformation.
Buy your ticket and validate it ('entwerten') at the small red or yellow machines on the platform BEFORE boarding the train. Traveling without a validated ticket carries high fines.
Most of the attractions are in the AB zone. You will need an ABC ticket to go to BER airport or Potsdam.
Berlin is a very flat and bike-friendly city. Renting one is a great way to explore neighborhoods and parks.
The sumptuous residence of the Prussian kings, with spectacular palaces such as Sanssouci and beautiful parks. Essential.
A somber but necessary visit to one of the main Nazi concentration camps, today converted into a place of memory and education.
A biosphere reserve with a network of canals that are explored in traditional boats. A unique landscape and a respite in nature.
A large lake on the outskirts of Berlin, with a sandy beach ('Strandbad') that is very popular in summer. You can visit the Wannsee Conference House.
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Free public network with thousands of access points throughout the city, although the speed may be variable.
Easy to buy in supermarkets, electronics and telephone stores. Brands such as Telekom, Vodafone or O2.
The sumptuous residence of the Prussian kings, with spectacular palaces such as Sanssouci and beautiful parks. Essential.
A somber but necessary visit to one of the main Nazi concentration camps, today converted into a place of memory and education.
A biosphere reserve with a network of canals that are explored in traditional boats. A unique landscape and a respite in nature.
A large lake on the outskirts of Berlin, with a sandy beach ('Strandbad') that is very popular in summer. You can visit the Wannsee Conference House.
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First-class public transportation system (BVG), integrated, efficient and that operates 24 hours a day on weekends.
It is not classical beauty, but a fascinating and often brutal mosaic of history, destruction and rebirth.
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View full guideIn summer, avoid the tourist bars and look for a traditional 'Biergarten' (beer garden) like Prater Garten in Prenzlauer Berg or Cafe am Neuen See in the Tiergarten.
On Sundays, the Mauerpark market is an institution. In addition to shopping, a massive outdoor karaoke begins at 3:00 p.m. and is a spectacle.
Despite being a modern city, many bars, cafes and small shops (especially in Kreuzberg/Neukölln) only accept cash. Always carry something with you.
It is not mandatory but very common. The bill is usually rounded up or left 5-10% if the service has been good. You tell the waiter when paying, it is not left on the table.
They operate in the most touristy areas (Alexanderplatz, East Side Gallery) and on the busiest U-Bahn lines. Keep an eye on your belongings.
Ignore people who try to get you to sign petitions or play trile. They are distractions to steal.
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