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Berlin for under £150• Best cities to visit in Germany Score 7/10Aside from the lobby and general hang-out area There’s no gym or spa on site but you can rent one of the hotel’s ebikes to go exploring Score 8/10The Hoxton is situated on a quiet street close to Ku’damm namechecked by David Bowie in Where Are We Now Price room-only doubles from £138Restaurant mains from £12Family-friendly YAccessible Y • Best hotels in Berlin• Berlin v Munich: which is better? Sign up to the travel newsletter for weekly inspiration, advice and deals here following an incident in the Charlottenburg district that resulted in several injuries Authorities confirmed that two individuals required hospitalisation for medical treatment emergency services were called to … Charlottenburg because a man had allegedly injured several people — presumably with a knife.” subduing the assailant until police arrived at the scene This incident follows closely on the heels of a tragic attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg earlier this month Easily access major global news with a strong focus on Africa we like to accentuate positive stories about Africa across all genres including Politics We broadcast 24 hours a day from our studios in London and New York and can be seen here in the UK and across Europe on the Sky platform (Sky channel 516) Freeview (Channel 136) as well as in the USA on the Centric channel and also on the Hot bird platform © 2023 Arise News - Part of the Arise Media Group Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy your city without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Berlin here’s our ultimate guide to making the most out of Berlin Visitors flock to the German capital year-round to dive into its cutting-edge contemporary art, the worldly flavours of its culinary scene and its seemingly endless array of parties But where are the best areas to stay?  Photograph: ShutterstockBest for: vibrant At the heart of the city, Kreuzberg is hard to put in a box, with bustling markets, bar streets, cultural sights like the world-famous Jewish Museum but also slower residential sprawls and cobblestone streets Photograph: ShutterstockBest for: multiculturalism and creativity Stay here Orania Berlin Hotel in ‘Kreuzkölln’ (the border of Neukölln and Kreuzberg) has luxurious rooms, live jazz, and its multi-course ‘X-Berg Duck'. Or rent an Airbnb above Maybachufer Canal to experience its markets.  Photograph: ShutterstockBest for: upscale and luxury Located in the former West Berlin, the area is best known for its sophistication as a refined (read: moneyed) centre. The area’s Chinese food is a must – go to Kantstrasse to find a spot. Rum Trader serves cocktails in style, and Schwarzes Cafe is best for people-watching.  Suit up for a grand night out at Deutsche Oper Berlin, visit the Christmas markets at the Prussian palace Schloss Charlottenburg and take a long stroll through Savignyplatz in the sun Indulge in a night at the serene Wilmina for a taste of peace and quiet, or opt for the buzzing Sir Savigny Hotel just down the road.  Photograph: ShutterstockBest for: getting out in nature Tiergarten takes its name from the sprawling park in Berlin’s centre where you can take in the massive Victory Column and endless greenery before heading to the Zoologischer Garten station to cross the city.  Stay here: 25Hours Hotel at Bikini Berlin has one of the best views across the city zoo and the trees of the Tiergarten, while Hotel Zoo is all old-school glamour Photograph: ShutterstockBest for: history and culture Mitte is Berlin’s broad central district, with embassies, art galleries, skyscrapers and former squats. You can spend days at its museums, like the DDR Museum and the Topography of Terror as well as on the UNESCO-World Heritage-listed Museum Island Thanks for subscribing! 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About us Contact us Olivia Ladanyi Schwarzes Café is a Berlin institution synonymous with the glamorous West as it did in the '80s when David Bowie and Iggy Pop were regulars You’ll have to wait to be seated and might even be turned away on a Friday or Saturday night but this is Berlin—were you even here if you weren’t rejected from somewhere Once you’re through the neon parrot entrance head up the staircase and grab a table on the first floor with a dominating disco ball and small balcony that smokers squeeze onto After decades of famously being a 24-hour spot the kitchen remains open around the clock on weekends making the place feel like a time vortex where you can order scrambled eggs at midnight and schnitzel at 10am so make sure you bring enough for a few rounds of Gin Basil Smashes and a late-night breakfast Modern EuropeanJapanese Kreuzberg Loumi in Kreuzberg is the cool new kid on Berlin’s fine dining scene Sri Lankan Prenzlauer Berg Prenzlauer Berg’s Kollwitzkiez area is full of great restaurants but nowhere does modern comfort food quite like Sathutu Modern European For a fun and accessible fine dining experience European Ember is a rooftop restaurant in Kreuzberg where strangers sit alongside each other on one long table The Hoxton is a charming series of open house hotels that are rooted in culture and community with each hotel a reflection and extension of its neighbourhood The Hoxton opened its doors in Berlin in the charming neighbourhood of Charlottenburg The delightful neighbourhood may have much to offer in terms of Berlin culture but The Hoxton itself is an excellent place to simply be the hotel has its own corner cafe called The Teahouse there’s an incredible Lobby and cocktail space and the property’s design is built around the concept of rough nouveau which draws inspiration from both the theatricality of Charlottenburg’s golden era and the raw materiality of Brutalism there’s a curated sense of aesthetics; it’s layered and textural with Art Deco light fittings against unrefined plaster walls While the public spaces are ideal for gathering and striking conversations with locals and travellers alike the rooms are cosy and inviting; set in a muted colour palette of desaturated pinks and greens There are seven categories of rooms: Shoebox Biggy and Biggy Up — each featuring classic Hox touches such as Roberts radios Naturalmat mattresses and essential neighbourhood survival guides Also located within the building is the House Of Tandoor an Indian cuisine-influenced restaurant that serves up an interesting rendition of naans curries and small plates that are good for sharing This restaurant is also where breakfast is served and you can order standard favourites like bacon and eggs or pick something less conventional like naan rolls or a turmeric and pistachio cream croissant with a window that can be opened to let in the breeze Sorry, this product is unavailable. Please choose a different combination. GermanyChevron BerlinChevron The Hoxton brings their playful, hip, and inviting brand to Germany for the very first time at this delightful West Berlin hotel. You walk through the Teahouse to reach the restaurant, and it’s worth a stop on its own for a snack or drink (alcoholic or non); from breakfast on, they serve up Indian-inflected pastries, naan sandwiches, chai tea, and tasty tea-based cocktails, including a cream tea milk punch with masala chai, Bacardi, Calvados, strawberry, and cream and a non-alcoholic pistachio lassi. The Hoxton’s main bar is also a vibrant spot to enjoy a cocktail created by its international team of mixologists. Their list includes signature drinks devised at Hoxtons around the globe. There’s no gym or spa here. But the hotel does have e-bikes on offer to use around the neighborhood or to take to nearby Tiergarten. The hotel is perfectly suited to families—if you select a large enough room. As long as they can fit, baby cots and children’s beds are available for free. The Hoxton also offers a “Tiny Hox” stay. If you tell them when you book that you’re bringing a child, the hotel will provide special bath products for kids, coloring books, and a free Little’uns Breakfast Bag delivered to your door in the morning. The hotel makes an effort to use no single-use plastic. Housekeeping isn’t provided unless specifically asked for, which reduces the use of cleaning products and detergents. The Hoxton, Charlottenburg meets accessibility standards, with an accessible route from the entrance, elevators that reach all floors, and guest rooms with code-compliant wide doorways. Roll-in showers are also available. The west may not be thought of as the coolest part of Berlin, but the Hoxton gives you a taste of what makes this area special in its own right. All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience the S-Bahn connection to S Olympiastadion station is interrupted Here’s all the information you need and how to still reach Olympiastadion the good news: anyone arriving from the S Spandau Bhf station will not experience any disruptions The S3 and S9 lines are operating as usual with a 10-minute frequency Trains end their routes at S Olympiastadion station and then return toward S Spandau Bhf The situation is different if you’re traveling from the opposite direction: all S-Bahn trains end at S Charlottenburg station Between S Charlottenburg and S Olympiastadion S-Bahn Berlin has set up a replacement bus service running to and from Flatowallee near Jesse-Owens-Allee Alternative Routes to Olympiastadion As an alternative to the S-Bahn and replacement buses the U-Bahn line U2 continues to run as usual to U Olympia-Stadion station it’s about a 600-meter walk to the Olympiastadion The U2 runs in the direction of Ruhleben and departs directly to U Olympia-Stadion for example from S+U Alexanderplatz (travel time: 34 min) and S+U Zoologischer Garten (12 min) stations Another option is to take the RE2 from Alexanderplatz or Charlottenburg to S Spandau Bhf station and transfer there to the S3 or S9 toward S Olympiastadion In November we will adjust our opening times to suit the season: From now on,… See below for everything you need to know about… The Hoxton has swung open its doors in West Berlin's effortlessly chic Charlottenburg neighbourhood marking the brand's German debut in inimitable style Set just steps away from the capital's renowned shopping avenue Ku'damm Charlottenburg offers 234 rooms; The Teahouse a charming corner café which transforms into an intimate cocktail bar as the sun sets; House of Tandoor a North Indian-inspired restaurant serving up family style spice-filled dishes and natural wines; and a cosy fireside Winter Garden set within the hotel's expansive three meeting and event spaces set around a central Pantry Kitchen make up The Apartment soon to be home to West Berlin's hottest parties which are connected by a carefully constructed narrative built around rough nouveau a concept which draws inspiration from both the theatricality of Charlottenburg's golden era and the raw materiality of Brutalism The aesthetics are layered and textural - unrefined plaster walls provide the backdrop to ornate Art Deco light fittings and vintage furnishings industrial materials are used in juxtaposition with exaggerated cornicing and emerald-green tiles A curated collection of locally sourced and commissioned artwork includes a bespoke abstract mural by Berlin-based artist Stefanie Kägi which dominates one wall of the lobby and nods to the jerky dancelike figuration of German Expressionism Blue and green tones inform the colour palette of the bright and airy lobby which is dotted with mid-century furniture sourced from Northern Europe guests are greeted with clusters of Art Nouveau-inspired sofas armchairs and tables set under striking Murano glass chandeliers that provide charming spots to work meet or grab a bite from the lobby menu of Hox favourites A central wraparound bar leads to an intimate Winter Garden the perfect spot to pull up a bar stool for post-work cocktails or cosy down next to the Delft-inspired tiled fireplace for a quick snifter as the evenings draw in Each of the 234 bedrooms is defined by Art Nouveau forms and expressive design details inspired by the classical structures which inform the neighbourhood's architectural landscape A muted colour palette of desaturated pinks and greens creates a sophisticated backdrop for vintage-inspired furniture and scalloped headboards with the shell motif recurring in striking rug patterns and elegant glass wall lights Wall panelling and wooden herringbone flooring provide a structural counterpoint to the soft fluidity of the rooms and this juxtaposition extends to the bathroom design where exposed metal shelving is set against graduated mauve tiling all of which feature all the classic Hox touches including Roberts radios Naturalmat mattresses and the famous neighbourhood survival guides with tried-and-tested local recommendations from those in the know Fridges are stocked with water and fresh milk and the Hox's signature no rip-off alternative to in-room mini bars can be found at the front desk where a full selection of snacks and drinks guests can kick off their day with breakfast at The Teahouse located just before the entrance to the main restaurant Expect to see a breakfast counter stacked generously with naan sandwiches For those looking for something a little heartier guests will enter through The Teahouse to the restaurant where House of Tandoor will offer breakfast dishes including Bombay potato hash with fried egg colourful vegetable plates and meat and fish carefully cooked in the three large tandoor ovens at the front of the restaurant will provide lighter lunch options alongside warming curries served with fluffy flame fired naans and rotis House of Tandoor will up the drama with dishes including Amritsari crispy Lamb Chops and Bhaji onion rings with smoked aubergine raita before rolling into late night tea-infused cocktails including Clementine Bellini with tumeric and ginger tea Aperol and sparkling wine and Tri Colour Margarita with Sri Lankan black tea A curated wine list will also be on hand with wines from small German and Austrian producers with a focus on Gewurztraminer and Riesling grapes as well as lighter pours including Beaujolais and Pinot Noir complement the bold flavours of the cuisine House of Tandoor has to offer The interiors at The Teahouse and House of Tandoor evoke the classical elegance of Charlottenburg and the opulence of the grand palaces and hotels in Kolkata and Bombay in the 1920s shell-patterned mosaic tiles accentuate the glamour of the curved bar with the green marble countertop while the oversized windows flood the space with light the open-plan copper and wood kitchen takes centre stage and wooden accents create a warm contrast to the rough lime wash plaster walls A central sculpture of vintage-style gramophones references the Indian jazz era and represents the ultimate fusion of West meets East culture on the subcontinent the hybrid meeting and events space which features in every Hoxton hotel centred around the communal Pantry Kitchen The Apartment is reminiscent of a 1920s parlour charmingly set within the eaves of the building on the seventh floor with Mary Wigman inspired interiors defined by fluid lines The individual rooms are ideal for private dining while full exclusive hire of the space serves as a super stylish venue for parties meaningful support to community charities and shelters towels and bedding and arranging regular staff volunteering hours The House of Tandoor will also offer guests the opportunity to add an optional €1 donation to their bill to benefit Refugio's projects in the city When support for the creative community is concerned Charlottenburg is collaborating with Record Magazine a NYC-born independent publisher that has put down roots in Berlin to shine a light on the people intrinsic to the capital's niche music scene The Record Magazine team will be responsible for supplying vinyl for the Hox Shop and lobby turntable listening hub and hosting live music gigs in The Apartment Supporting The Hoxton's commitment to supporting and promoting community partners and makers Best Of is a collection of limited edition products sourced from some of the city's best independent artisans creatives and brands available to purchase at the hotel The Hox Shop in Berlin will include the likes of plant-based skin care from MERME tableware from independent pottery label Helka Ceramics West Berlin's new neighbourhood hangout is set in the heart of buzzing Charlottenburg surrounded by eclectic cafes and destination restaurants all within walking distance of the veritable collector's heaven of Suarezstraße home to countless specialist vintage and antique stores Berlin's renowned shopping avenue Kurfürstendamm and culture vultures will be right in the thick of it with world-class design museums art galleries and exhibition spaces including C/O Berlin just a short stroll away Hotel website Brand OwnerEnnismore Located on Kantstrasse in Berlin’s Charlottenburg district between the iconic venues of Paris Bar and Schwarzes Cafe the new storefront occupies a literal intersection of fashion and the historical avant-garde.Designed by 032c creative directors Joerg and Maria Koch in collaboration with Davide Rizzo Architects the store is conceived in two complementary parts: a street-facing exhibition space in wall-to-wall signature red and Guests are greeted by original installations by artists and collaborators from the expanded 032c network prior to entering the retail area where 032c Readytowear can be experienced in an intimate welcoming setting.“It’s culture in the front commerce in the back,” says founder and editor in chief Joerg Koch whose curatorial projects under the 032c banner go back to the inception of the brand Exhibitions began nomadically around Berlin and as gallery take-overs in other cities before taking place regularly in-house where they were staged in an imposing vitrine designed by Konstantin Grcic Shows featuring artists and designers such as Cyprien Gaillard and Supreme brought readers and contributors together for community-catalyzing openings and events at 032c headquarters “It was like an aura-machine,” Koch has said.032c Workshop on Kantstrasse opens with an installation by artist and frequent 032c collaborator Sterling Ruby who has designed a capsule collection from his fashion brand S.R an awful lot of its top hotels are a bit stuffy (and expensive) But Radisson RED Ku’damm by Radisson Hotels newly renovated and reopened for September 2024 Whether you know the brand’s collection or not there’s something exciting in the air here; be greeted by the delightful staff give a customary hello to the iconic Radisson RED bear statue and start spotting the art on the walls; much of it surrealist photography with a splash of red. Since the refurb including a brand-new gym and a very nice bar with cocktails and a DJ but the whole place even smells fresh – a signature Radisson scent throughout smells more like you’re at a spa for the day.  ranging from about £70 to £120 (we said about – we’re talking about hotels here) probably what you’d pay for an Airbnb but they feel uber-luxurious; big fluffy beds some very striking art (even in the shower) your room might even have a view of the courtyard below. In summer you’ll be lucky enough to eat out there yourself at the hotel’s restaurant but the restaurant’s interiors are just as cosy in winter Exec chef Giovani’s food is something to shout about wherever you eat it often untraditional Italian plates with a modern twist See what he’s serving up that day.  You’re in one of our favourite neighbourhoods in Berlin here, in the Ku’damm – or Kurfürstendamm – area of the Charlottenburg district. It’s probably most well known for its shopping scene, including KaDeWe shopping complex, one of Europe’s largest department stores but there’s loads of culture to get stuck into too.  1. Berlin Zoological Garden: wondering why there’s a ‘zoo’ in Berlin Zoologischer Station it’s because Berlin’s zoo is just down the road and it’s actually one of the city’s best attractions.  2. Lon Men’s Noodle House: a no-frills Taiwanese spot nearby with a cult following in Berlin but don’t let that dissuade you – you’ll be seated in no time.  3. Café am Neuen See: a ridiculously beautiful restaurant right on the lake in Tiergarten with both outdoor and indoor seating.  On your way to the station, stop by the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church the ruins of a century old church that was destroyed during a bombing by Allied Forces during WWII.  The Christmas market season starts just in time for the first cold temperatures! We have put together our recommendations for Christmas markets in Berlin for you! The most wonderful time of the year has arrived and with it a whole host of Christmas markets in Berlin! Whether you’re still looking for presents or want to get into the festive spirit with a hot drink and twinkling lights, these Christmas markets are real classics with good reason. An extremely atmospheric market awaits us here, with the characteristic stalls with white canopies and a large Christmas tree. Not to mention the backdrop of the nearby Bebelplatz, the State Opera House and the French Cathedral is without a doubt an absolute highlight! Gendarmenmarkt, Mitte | November 25 to December 31 View this post on Instagram The Winter World at Potsdamer Platz promises to be another crowd-puller The main reason for this is its 12-metre-high and 70-metre-long toboggan run with a view of the Brandenburg Gate an arts and crafts market awaits from the end of November Also practical: the Berggruen Museum and the Bröhan Museum are in the immediate vicinity Charlottenburg | November 25 to December 23 The old brewery site in Prenzlauer Berg is transformed into a true winter wonderland during the cold season In the industrial atmosphere with red brick buildings you’ll find lots of stalls selling interesting things from jewelry and knitwear to Finnish honey There is also a huge selection of mulled wine at various stands including interesting creations such as sloe or blackberry wine A culinary highlight are the spinach dumplings which you can order either with parmesan or in a warming broth Prenzlauer Berg | November 25 to December 22 You can only find this Christmas market in the second week of Advent Neukölln’s Richardplatz is transformed into a winter paradise with almost 200 stalls and a unique atmosphere to which the surrounding residents actively contribute In addition to the usual suspects at the Christmas market you can also expect 200 kerosene lamps that cast the square in a unique light The main attraction here is the ice rink, which runs around the Neptune Fountain and is free to skate on. The Christmas market stalls take you back to the 19th century with their decorations and children can look forward to meeting Santa Claus several times a day. And of course: the Ferris wheel, which takes you up to a height of 50 meters with closed gondolas! Neptune Fountain, Mitte | December 25 to December 30 View this post on Instagram At the nostalgic Christmas market at the citadel, you will find handicrafts from all over the world, including perfumes, Christmas decorations and clothing. You can burn off unnecessary calories on the CO2-neutral ice skating rink. Citadel, Spandau | November 25 to December 22 Alexanderplatz is all about entertainment. Carousels and other rides provide this; you can satisfy your hunger at one of the 50 huts. A highlight of this Christmas market is the Christmas pyramid, which is a snack bar and viewpoint in one. Alexanderplatz, Mitte | November 25 to December 26 View this post on Instagram The medieval market in Friedrichshain opens its doors for the seventh time blacksmiths and wood carvers offer their crafts here There is entertainment in the form of acrobats and fire artists Definitely the most unusual of the classic Christmas markets Friedrichshain | November 25 to December 22 Christmas feeling in City-West: mulled wine candied fruit and Feuerzangenbowle taste much better with the Gedächtniskirche as a backdrop There are also a few carousels – although not as many as at Alex Images from the photocalls and events can be found HERE Access the full press kit HERE More information and press materials are available in our Media Center When rebellious Elisabeth (“Sisi”) meets Franz But their ecstatic and impetuous relationship causes chaos in the dynasty and upsets the balance of power the young Empress has to find her place in a totally foreign world while standing her ground against her overbearing mother-in-law Sophie who had always been the most powerful woman in the Viennese Court Elisabeth’s feelings are put to the test by Maximilian the second-in-line who lives perpetually in his brother’s shadow Hostile troops gather at the borders of the Habsburg Empire and revolution is in the air in Vienna Elisabeth needs to learn who she can trust and the price she must pay for being the Empress and a symbol of hope for an entire nation Netflix is the largest streaming entertainment service in the world There are more than 221 million paid subscribers in more than 190 countries with access to shows documentaries and movies from many genres and in many languages Netflix subscribers can watch as many movies and shows as they want on practically any screen with an internet connection We are always available to answer any questions and provide further information CharlottenburgThe first German opening for the London hotel group shining a light on West Berlin’s renaissanceAll listings featured on Condé Nast Traveller are independently selected by our editors and a restaurant championing Indian cuisine in a city that lacks a little spice in that area you’re right in the heart of the lobby drama armchairs and ottomans that resemble over-sized petit fours; laptops are tapped on the communal table to one side Freestanding shelving separates the lobby from the coffee counter while on the other side of the bar is the Winter Garden with chairs to gather around a Delft fireplace and tasselled boudoir bar stools with bobbles and knobbles on ceramics and fabrics while overhead are curvaceous Murano chandeliers The Seventies building that the Hoxton occupies is unremarkable in itself but it gives onto some wonderful views over neighbouring townhouses their gabled rooftops rolling with Art Nouveau curves West Berlin’s distinctive Twenties architecture and design was the inspiration for much of the design at the Hoxton which also mixes in Bauhaus and Brutalist elements Nicola Kehoe from The Hoxton’s in-house AIME Studio team was drawn to the femininity of German nouveau with scalloped shapes being a recurring motif It’s fun walking around the neighbourhood spotting some of the details such as the bold building numbers replicated in the hotel room numbers; other details only Berliners would spot such as the particular cord stitching on sofas Some furniture was designed especially; other pieces were picked up in antique markets around northern Europe with a swirly mural covering one wall in the lobby by Stefanie Kägi is another influence – one of her prints takes pride of place in the bar The hotel forges local collaborations where possible limited-edition pyjamas by Berlin-based Tom Adam who always uses his bearded Latvian father as a model which will be hosting live gigs in the top-floor Apartment there’s the front-desk shop with drinks and snacks at Cornershop prices so this feels like an exciting addition to Berlin’s food scene and the dishes are authentic with a few twists here and there – such as the doughnut-like bhaji onion rings Our highlights were the creamy butter chicken palate-cleansing mango salad and the biryani arriving with a thick crust of rice to peel off and we liked the tandoor pineapple dessert but with breakfast and lunch to follow soon with its own entrance that leads into The Tea House glass-fronted bar where chai masalas are frothed and cocktails mixed using tea – including a punchy Whisky Mac using 2nd flush Muscatel Sikkim Some of the Tandoor’s spice percolates into the all-day bar menu available in the lounge with spicy chia bowls for breakfast and a take on Berlin’s infamous currywurst hotdog (try eating it without spilling the crunchy onion over yourself) Cocktails at the main bar include signature creations cherrypicked from Hoxtons around the globe – Berlin concoctions include a tangy Rot Blumen (Calvados rhubarb soda) and there’s a serious selection of natural wines on the menu Regulars at the Southwark Hoxton may recognise a few faces switched-on team from Germany and around the world – bartender Doreen from Toronto Fraceschi from Brazil – all dressed in the trademark Hox T-shirts and sweats and with some local knowledge: Francisco from Rosario in Argentina suggested a visit to the BRLO Brewhouse after I ordered its wheat beer at the bar I stumbled across The Hat jazz club and caught a live session has a smattering of Asian and Italian restaurants – platters of bright tomatoes outside – along with fine-dining hit Restaurant Diekmann And there are interesting new places to track down in the neighbourhood a restaurant by visual artist and chocolatier Kristiane Kegelmann set amid the formidable brick walls of a former prison it’s worth checking the photography shows at C/O Berlin; for a fresh-air spin dressed-down crowd along with older business guests as well as Hoxton groupies keen to experience the new hotel – in the daytime the lobby draws in local creatives in statement trainers from the design and architectural studios in the neighbourhood All 12 Biggy rooms are accessible, with ceiling hoists. Yes, this is a lively, fun hotel that feels connected to the city, in a neighbourhood often overlooked by cool-hunting travellers but is now resurgent. It’s hoped that this street will grow into its own little kiez, one of the micro-neighbourhoods that make up Berlin. It’s not a place, perhaps, for those zipping up the leather and heading to Berghain or other eastside clubs; or those who would sob into their pillows if no turn-down service. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page There are plenty of bars around Ku'damm and the zoo that are waiting to be discovered while bar hopping Our bar tour starts directly at the well-known Bahnhof Zoo The Waldorf-Astoria is extremely imposing even as you walk past and is particularly striking due to its skyscraper character you feel like you’ve stepped through a portal into the world of high society and almost expect to see the Kardashians strutting around the corner You definitely have to be in the mood for the atmosphere but drinks are absolutely worth it in the in-house Lang Bar Drinks here are generally priced in the mid-range but it’s also good quality in the glass 📍Waldorf-Astoria, Hardenbergstraße 28 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monkey Bar (@monkeybar_25h) We continue not far from our starting point This time it really is located directly at the zoo The only way to get closer is to book a night in the monkey house On the tenth floor of the 25hours Hotel is the Monkey Bar which offers a phenomenal view over the zoo and Breitscheidplatz with the Gedächtniskirche The view into the zoo falls directly onto the monkey enclosure just below so you can watch the primates living here going about their daily lives you can simply watch the evolutionary advanced primates in the bar Drinks here taste great and are reasonably priced 📍Monkey Bar (in the 25hours Hotel), Budapester Straße 40 The Hat Bar  is located directly in an arch of the railroad bridge with a direct view of the Theater des Westens The interior and atmosphere are strongly reminiscent of a movie set – somehow you feel like you’ve been transported to a smoky bar in 1920s New York The jazz bands that perform here every evening undoubtedly contribute to this The menu here specializes in cocktails and highballs but beer and wine are of course also available 📍The Hat Bar, Lotte-Lenya-Bogen 550 The two are therefore ideal for a little bar hopping: First a few starters with cozy jazz music in the Hat Bar and then over to fine drinking with fine spirits The atmosphere here is reminiscent of a speakeasy with its dark colors and earthy tones; brick vaults and slow industrial fans only add to this The menu here is very mature with a selection of cognac 📍Bar Zentral, Lotte-Lenya-Bogen 551 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Galander Charlottenburg (@galander.charlottenburg) You may have already heard the name Galander in our Bar Guide for Kreuzberg because this is where the branch is located which is also run by the owner Dominik Galander Behind the shop window of a former red light bar you will find a particularly cozy bar with dignified leather armchairs and a nostalgic atmosphere The drinks are excellent and for good reason: All bartenders are trained in an in-house bar school to guarantee the most consistent drinking experience possible 📍Galander, Stuttgarter Platz 15 In the Hotel Zoo you will find the Grace Bar a meeting place for hip Berliners and those who would like to be The focus here is on classics from the 1920s and 50s prepared with in-house infusions and high-quality spirits In addition to the extremely chic indoor area a garden with lounge areas and a unique panorama awaits you on the rooftop 📍Grace (in the Hotel Zoo), Kurfürstendamm 25 Here you can expect an atmosphere of old West Berlin with all the eccentricity that goes with it A highlight is the former resident Gregor Scholl who not only mixed drinks here but is also the author of Mixology magazine which are predominantly and surprisingly based on rum are correspondingly high quality and unusual 📍Rum Trader, Fasanenstraße 40 Are you tired of searching for the right bar Here you have plenty of choice on six floors the gourmet section is particularly exciting for us Here you can enjoy the finest champagne in the dome of the temple of consumption with a unique view there are also two glasses of champagne for the price of one Every Thursday from 4 to 7 pm there is live music and free snacks 📍KaDeWe, Tauentzienstraße 21-24 Staatliche Museen zu Berlin A varied exhibition and event programme awaits guests in the communal building ensemble located directly at and around Schloss Charlottenburg (Charlottenburg Palace) Musical performances augment the summer event and the Bettina Berggruen Garden entices attendees to indulge in summery tête-à-têtes over beverages and small delicacies Highlights tours through the current Museum Berggruen collection presentation Highlights tours through the Sammlung Scharf-Gerstenberg exhibition Kopfarbeit – Handarbeit, Tag und Nacht. André Thomkins (1930–1985) Highlights tours through the current exhibitions at the Bröhan-Museum: Musical entertainment: Ukrainian artist Khrystyna Petrynka plays the bandura Tour reservations for the respective institutions can only be made at the summer event (the number of participants is limited) BerlinImage: Gerald Matzka/dpa/picture allianceAdvertisementPolice in the German capital said that shots were fired in the western district of Charlottenburg on Wednesday at around 17:15 local time (1615 UTC/GMT) According to preliminary information from police two people were injured and taken for medical treatment.  Police said there appears to have been an argument between several people during which at least one firearm was used Berlin police's special 24/7 criminal detective unit would take over the lead in the investigation "One or more suspects are said to have fled the scene," police also said A large police contingent arrived on scene in Dahlmannstrasse to search for whoever may be responsible The road in which the shooting took place was cordoned off A previous version of this article stated that the incident occurred on Thursday rather than Wednesday DW editors round up what is happening in German politics and society You can sign up here for the weekly email newsletter Berlin Briefing.  by | Oct 15, 2023 | Automotive, Marketplaces Adevinta CEO Antonie Jouteau and Kleinanzeigen CEO Paul Heimann Marketplace operator Adevinta has inaugurated an office in Berlin for its main Germany-based assets: leading automotive marketplace Mobile.de and general marketplace Kleinanzeigen (formerly property of EBay) “We have many exciting challenges ahead of us, but with this new home, the journey will be very exciting! Everyone including me is very proud of our new home in Berlin,” said Mobile.de CEO Ajay Bhatia The new office is located in the Oberpostdirektion an architectural landmark built in the 1920s in the Charlottenburg district to house the Regional Postal Directorate “The building was built during Berlin’s golden era, and this theme set the tone for the night,” said Adevinta’s CTO and CPO David Gebhardt Berlin was already well ahead in terms of diversity our teams now come together in this new home as a truly diverse team working together to build epic products.”  Last month, Adevinta received a buyout proposal, following which it formed a committee earlier this month to consider its potential purchase by an investment consortium led by Permira and Blackstone. Norway-based marketplaces operator Adevinta saw revenue rise by 14.0% year on year (y-o-y) in core… Adevinta Spain’s Coches.net --- the leading used car marketplace in the country --- has launched… The latest news and headlines on the expected takeover of marketplaces giant Adevinta The canopied ceremonial bed where King Frederick I of Prussia received private visitors is undergoing restoration and has returned to its original position in his state apartment at Berlin’s Schloss Charlottenburg the bed is draped with yellow damask hangings with silver fringe It was badly damaged in 1760 by plundering Russian and Austrian troops and then restored by Frederick the Great in 1763 It served as a symbol for the continuity of the Hohenzollern royal line as wedding ceremonies at Schloss Charlottenburg ended with the bride and groom being led to the bed chamber The palace was partially destroyed by bombs in 1943 and the parts of the bed that remained intact were moved to storage in Potsdam in communist East Germany separated from their West Berlin home by the Berlin Wall particularly the textiles,” says Susanne Evers the textiles curator at the Foundation for Prussian Palaces and Gardens “But the wooden back wall was completely missing We deliberated for a long time over what to do The storage conditions immediately after the war were far from ideal The yellow damask baldachin hangings are bleached which consists of thousands of individual strands represents a particular restoration challenge because the strands are corroded and knotted The Foundation for Prussian Palaces and Gardens aims to complete the restoration by 2019 The work is estimated to cost around €100,000 and is funded in part by a bequest to the Friends of Prussian Palaces and Gardens from the pharmacist and arts patron Gudrun Moegelin who stipulated in her will that the money should be used for restoration purposes news2 September 2019Kaiser's heir angers German public over huge restitution claimsDemands by the emperor's great-great grandson for the return of thousands of works from two German states threatens the future of at least two museums On an average afternoon at C/O Berlin, what can we expect to see?Focusing on contemporary and modern photography, C/O Berlin puts on around 20 solo and group exhibitions each year. Works by legendary American and international photographers like Annie Leibovitz, Irving Penn, Peter Lindbergh, and Sebastião Salgado have graced its walls, but the institution also showcases emerging talent from around the world. How are those exhibitions divided up across the museum?The ground-floor exhibition space is devoted to big-name shows; these are two large rooms with fairly low exposed concrete ceilings original to the building. The smaller second level is brighter and airier with lots of windows; this space is generally devoted to lesser-known photographers. Who are your fellow museum patrons at C/O Berlin?Visitors to C/O Berlin tend to be quiet, thoughtful photography aficionados, though you will get the occasional rowdy school group. Are there guided tours on offer? For those more inclined to self-guide their museum visit, what are the plaques and descriptions like?On weekends, there's usually one guided English-language tour of the current exhibition. As this is an international museum, the show descriptions and captions are in both English and German. If you want to take a bit of photography home with you, how's the gift shop?The bookshop is filled with beautiful art tomes of exhibitions that have been staged in the museum and include pricey classic editions; there are also limited-edition prints by emerging photographers. All that art has got us hungry—is the café worth a stop?A small café serves breakfast, sandwiches and salads, and heartier German entrees like Kalbstafelspitz (boiled veal). The focus is on regional products, including Rixdorfer lemonade, Proviant smoothies, Berlinsky sparkling wine, and locally brewed beers Bayreuther Helles and Maisel’s Weisse. It's a pleasant enough spot for a break before or after an exhibition, but nothing special. If we're feeling a bit of museum fatigue—Berlin, after all, is an established art city, and there's a lot to see—will we still find C/O Berlin a manageable stop?Yes, the museum isn't too large, and there's no hit list—the exhibitions are changing. Investigators working on assumption that explosive device inside or on vehicle caused explosion in Charlottenburg An explosion that destroyed a car and killed the driver in Berlin during rush-hour traffic was probably caused by a bomb The explosion occurred at about 8am (7am GMT) on Tuesday on a busy street in the western district of Charlottenburg leading into the heart of the German capital Photographs from the scene show the wreckage of a Berlin-registered silver Volkswagen Passat estate with its windows shattered and its front end smashed in about half a mile from the Victory Column monument “The explosion occurred inside or on the vehicle,” said Carsten Müller Nobody else was injured in the blast despite heavy traffic Hours after the blast police were concentrating on the possibility that the explosion might be linked to organised crime She said investigators had identified the man who was killed but declined to name him The city has seen a spate of violence linked to biker gangs involved in the drugs trade in recent years This article was amended on 17 March 2016 An earlier version spelled the name of the district of Charlottenburg as Charlottenberg Germany is the world capital of avant-garde theatre many lavishly state-funded theatres is the striking Schaübuhne am Lehniner Platz A former cinema – built in 1928 in a Bauhaus style – it became home to the radical Schaübuhne ensemble in the late ’70s and has been run since 1999 by influential director Thomas Ostermeier The Schaübuhne plays host to first-rate leftfield names from Germany and beyond – Switzerland’s Milo Rau and Britain’s Katie Mitchell are notable regulars with productions from years back frequently popping back into circulation – Ostermeier’s gloriously anarchic 2008 ‘Hamlet’ is a regularly-revived oldie well worth catching but every month a solid smattering are surtitled in English or French What’s the crowd like?Sir Savigny attracts a creative crowd; hip young European hotel guests mingle over cocktails and burgers with local artists, fashionistas, and entrepreneurs in the chic, book-lined lobby lounge. What you won't see are children; most rooms are too small for an extra bed and the decor and design are better suited to adults. And how is check in? In keeping with Sir Savigny's casual, homey ambiance, there is no formal reception desk; you check in and out in the lounge. Any little details of note in your room?A kitschy Ring for Burger buzzer/intercom service connects you directly to The Butcher, the in-house restaurant. Next to it, a suggestive Post-it asks, "Do You Like Fries With That?”—and you should definitely say yes. Tell us more about the on-site dining.The Butcher, an upscale burger joint that was adjacent to the lobby, shut its doors in late 2023. For now, only breakfast, which consists of muesli, yogurt, cheeses, and cold cuts, is available at the hotel, served at the long communal table in the kitchen. Egg dishes, including a particularly good smoked salmon and poached eggs, are also available, as are fresh-pressed juices and smoothies for pretty affordable prices. Anything else we should be sure to check out while staying here?You won’t hurt for café and bar choices near Sir Savigny, from the old-time, late-night Schwarzes Café (where Bowie used to hang) down the block to the highly Instagrammable A Never Ever Ending Love Story around the corner. You’re also only a short walk to Savignyplatz and Bücherbogen, an internationally renowned bookstore. Ultimately why will we like staying here?Unless you're springing for a suite, rooms are a bit on the small side. That said, the contemporary-meets–Art Deco design is impeccable and the location is ideal, near galleries, boutiques, and the posh shopping along Ku'damm. +49 30 46997566.www.oesterelli.com Kaiserschmarrn, Backhendl, schlotziger Erdäpfelsalat and - of course - deliciously juicy Wiener Schnitzel. Austrian cuisine conjures up pleasant memories of lunches in sunny huts and evenings in warm parlors. That and lots of butter and flour (with elongated vowels, as is proper in Austria) make Alpine cuisine the perfect soul food for chilly gray autumn days. And how gray autumnal Berlin can be. That's where Charlottenburg's Österelli comes in just right. Straightforward bistro style dominates the small dining room, it's modern, design classics catch the eye here and there, shimmering green tiles at the kitchen counter, black Carl Hansen chairs, rose-colored 60s lamps by Verner Panton on the walls and on the marble tables. "Alpine cuisine is often so cliché. We don't do that, we just wanted it to be more casual and chic," explains owner Julia, who opened Österelli with partner Andi in fall 2020. The cuisine speaks for itself, so there's no need for inn chic or Dirndl cliché. Only Andi's dialect charmingly evokes memories of Austria. Despite the distance to the Alps, Andi's family is very busy in the Österelli: Andi's father regularly sends homemade liqueur and schnapps from hazelnuts, apricots and co, his mom is the jam queen. The handmade delicacies can also be purchased at Österelli. Otherwise, too, the focus is on classics of Alpine cuisine. The Wiener Schnitzel from milk-fed veal. As it should be. Everything, including the dumplings in all their various glory, are made entirely in-house at Österelli. They make yeast dumplings, apricot dumplings and dumplings with a nougat filling, or hearty dumplings in which the basic product is clearly in the foreground: beet or lots of fresh spinach. Both have spent a lot of time researching good farmers in the area, from whom all the basic products are sourced at Österelli. Only Käsekrainer or Kernöl come directly from Austria, of course. The Österelli menu changes seasonally, and soon there will be a goulash. From Brandenburg beef, but also one with mushrooms, because as a veggie you will also be very, very happy here. There's a lot of heart and soul in every dish, and you can taste it. There is only one question: How to decide on a dish in view of Schnitzel, Backhendl, Kaspressknödel, Germknödel and Kaiserschmarrn? Perhaps it's a good thing that the gray in Berlin will continue for a while yet, the Österelli is guaranteed to comfort. RestaurantsMaximilians - The only alehouse outside of Munich with wooden barrel beer from Hacker-Pschorr Sie möchten mehr Schönes entdecken Bestellen Sie jetzt Ihren individuellen Newsletter Note: Our newsletter is only available in German Bitte schicken Sie mir bis zum Widerruf meiner Einwilligung den Newsletter mit Informationen zu neuen Beiträgen. Die Datenschutzerklärung habe ich zur Kenntnis genommen und akzeptiere diese Would you like to discover more beautiful things Berlin’s unique districts have their own personalities and style By Victoria Pearce Few places have a story to tell like Berlin. Although it has experienced ideological and physical divisions, like the Berlin Wall, today, it is a welcoming home to newcomers from Germany and all over the world. This German city is constantly reinventing itself while learning from its past Berlin’s evolution is clear from its immense urban renewal projects and looming gentrification With so many different areas to choose from it can be difficult to decide where to live Learn more about this thriving capital city and dive into the details Spotahome takes the hassle out of househunting by doing the hard work for you and book rental properties all from the comfort of your own home Take the stress out of househunting in Berlin with Spotahome Known for its tumultuous past, the city has since transformed itself into a global hub of creativity Although it’s been over 30 years since the Berlin Wall fell you can still see the marks of division in the city’s architecture and infrastructure This divided past has led to distinct neighborhood atmospheres and varying prices across the city.  Finding housing in Berlin can be challenging, as there is a high demand for property. There are several options for your house search, including estate agents (Makler) and online portals. As in any city, it’s important to be cautious and vet advertisements carefully, particularly if you don’t speak German fluently or are contacting people online Newcomers also need to check whether their new home will provide Anmeldung. This official residence allows you to register with the German government and access many government services. Short-term rentals often cannot offer this These buildings occasionally have private or shared gardens The types of accommodation vary immensely – for example you’re more likely to find communist-era housing in the east of Berlin you’ll find single-family homes and the odd mansion you can be out in the forest with no neighbors in sight Approximately 85% of Berlin residents rent their homes, and the market value for rentals has been climbing quickly in recent years Although there is a constant stream of apartments and houses coming up for rent Newcomers should expect to dedicate significant time to seeking, visiting, and applying for housing. Rent is typically most expensive in central districts like Mitte Cheaper rents are available further from the city center Most people moving to Berlin find their rented accommodation through an estate agent or online property portal though – three months’ rent plus VAT is standard Agents usually represent properties rather than renters Ads online are sometimes listed as provisionsfreie meaning ‘without agent’s fees.’ you can find rental accommodation on the following websites: Those looking for short-term and serviced apartments can check out: though: if your name isn’t on the tenancy agreement you forfeit many of your rights as a tenant expect to fill in a lengthy application form and provide supporting evidence of your status If you’re a new arrival and don’t have all the documents available consider including a letter of recommendation from your employer and contact the rental agency to explain your situation Tenant rights are strong in Germany, but unscrupulous landlords are still out there. Your local tenant’s association (Mieterverbände) can advise and assist you if you wind up in a rental dispute There are no restrictions on expats owning property in Germany, but Berlin’s housing market can be limited. It’s often also less expensive for long-term tenants to continue renting rather than purchasing a property, as German law places strict limits on annual rent increases consider renting when you first arrive so that you can get to know the different districts you can be sure to buy property in an area where you’ll enjoy living for the long term.  and the vibe can even change from street to street Whether you intend to settle down in the city with your family or change neighborhoods each year you’re sure to find somewhere that suits you new builds and standardized services have been eroding the former division between the East and West you’ll find pleasant and exciting places to live on both sides of the old line One of the few visible remaining differences is in the ceilings An altbau (‘old building’) in former West Berlin will commonly have ceiling heights of 3.5m panel-sided buildings) can be a full meter shorter Internationals live throughout Berlin’s neighborhoods. Young professionals tend to seek central districts close to the action, but higher prices have led many to look further out. Even families find homes in various districts, largely because there are international schools across the city a pleasant leafy neighborhood in western Berlin is an exception: it has been a home-away-from-home for expat Brits since World War II and it does not get any more central in Berlin than this neighborhood It offers quick access to shopping and tourist sites like the Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz It is also where you will find the German parliament.  Mitte hosts many business locations and start-up offices, making it popular for those wanting to live near where they work Several international schools are also located here although many families opt to live in other areas with more space and fewer tourists Housing costs are higher in Mitte than anywhere else in Berlin. Median rental rates run between €25.45/sqm for an older building and €36.60/sqm for new builds The largest city park in the area is the Tiergarten This leafy haven is often compared to Central Park in New York and covers over 200 hectares If you drive a car, bear in mind that parking is very limited and expensive in this area. Most commuters into Mitte rely on public transit to get around Pankow stretches from near the city center out to the northeast rental prices vary widely depending on how close or far you are from Mitte which is popular with professionals and young families thanks to its leafy streets Further out in Pankow, families become increasingly common as housing prices lower. Although Pankow stretches right to the border of Brandenburg, it offers strong transport links to get around Berlin quickly. If car ownership appeals you’ll find it easier to find parking as you move further from Berlin’s city center Pankow provides something for everyone – the Naturpark Barnim to the north offers fun outdoor activities while nightclubs and bars closer to Berlin Mitte provide great nightlife and young professionals flock to Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg for its mix of nightclubs the area remains your best bet for finding counter culture in central Berlin.  Aside from partying options, this district is also home to hundreds of coworking spaces. This makes it a popular home for digital nomads and freelancers Recreation venues include quirky cafes, art galleries, and the Berlin Wall art park Mauerpark.  This district is very centrally located and well-served by a variety of transit options and urban rail via S-bahn and U-bahn routes are the best modes of transportation between Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg and other parts of Berlin Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf is in the west of Berlin. This area is home to Charlottenburg Palace, surrounded by lovely baroque gardens This district also hosts numerous parks and walkable residential areas The district has been attracting English-speaking expats since the end of World War II It’s still popular with British arrivals in Berlin residents have easy transit connections via bus or urban rail Wilmersdorf is slightly further out and has fewer transport links The least well-connected part of Wilmersdorf is Grunewald Median rental prices in this area are €18.85/sqm. Although it’s more expensive than living in Mitte Located south of Mitte, Tempelhof-Schöneberg continues further south to the edge of Berlin. It’s a mix of suburban and countryside living – the district is home to the Tempelhofer Field, a former airport converted into an expansive city park You’ll find many families making their homes in this area Not only are median rents lower in Tempelhof than in other central Berlin districts but the nearby Berlin and Alexander von Humboldt International schools are an additional draw Families seeking more space and access to parking for car owners will find it as they move south away from the city center Transportation links are also available from here to neighboring Potsdam making this area popular for commuters and those wanting easy access to the cultural offerings of both cities Spandau lies on the western outskirts of Berlin This area is a favorite among those who appreciate nature and a quieter pace of life That’s not all that makes it a great choice for families – the Swiss International School is also near the border between Spandau and Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf If you’re thinking about moving to Spandau it’s good to know that it’s quite a long way from the action of Berlin’s central districts Many Berliners complain that it takes ages to go from Spandau to anywhere else regional trains take less than 20 minutes to reach Berlin Hauptbahnhof from Spandau’s railway station it’s worth considering the distance you’ll need to travel from your home in Spandau to the station when judging your commute Spandau offers a range of housing, from apartments in historic buildings to detached houses in smaller villages. The median rental price here is €11.35/sqm. There are many sports and leisure areas in this district, including running and hiking trails in Spandauer Forst. If you love the outdoors and can deal with a longer commute Lichtenberg is a primarily residential district in former East Berlin This neighborhood tends to attract diverse residents once at the heart of residential East Berlin is home to many GDR-era housing estates known as Plattenbau Housing here is typically more affordable than other areas in Berlin prices decrease the further you move from Mitte especially when compared with neighboring Friedrichshain and shopping centers in this area than elsewhere in the city Commuting into central Berlin districts is straightforward via bus or urban rail The Lichtenberg train station also hosts international train routes Recreation consists of small parks and river walks, though you’ll also find one of Europe’s largest zoos, the Tierpark. Neukölln is a quickly gentrifying favorite for new arrivals looking for the next up-and-coming neighborhood The areas closest to Tempelhof and Kreuzberg tend to be the most modern while areas further south are grittier and less expensive Neukölln used to be the place to find cheaper rent in central Berlin but these days you’ll find young professionals living here along with starving artists The whole district is well served by buses and urban rail making it quick and easy to get around Berlin from Neukölln.  The district is also home to a large Turkish and Arabic-speaking community who have inspired and set up many of the restaurants and supermarkets in the area Reinickendorf is a large district north of Mitte that offers a little of everything It’s home to several international businesses – large global companies like Bosch and MAN have offices here However, there’s also something for nature lovers in Reinickendorf, as it’s almost a third forest or water. The district is home to the second largest lake in Berlin, and the Dicke Marie oak, the city’s oldest tree Some dense housing estates offer apartments and many homes have driveways or on-street parking included this also means traffic can cause headaches at peak times If you’d rather avoid the bottlenecks which connect Reinickendorf with the rest of Berlin This district is the largest by area in Berlin which appears at first glance to be mostly forest It’s a great place to live if you want to enjoy natural surroundings while still living in a city but more distant sections can involve an hour’s commute or longer to Mitte Those considering Treptow-Köpenick who want more urban vibrancy should check out the areas adjacent to Kreuzberg and Neukölln While still within easy reach of Berlin’s central districts Steglitz-Zehlendorf offers homes nestled among lakes and forests appreciate Steglitz-Zehlendorf for its many international schools The BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School is just outside the Zehlendorf boundaries and detached houses are all available in Steglitz-Zehlendorf housing prices run slightly lower than in other upscale family areas like Charlottenburg.  Commuters can easily connect from here to central Berlin districts or neighboring Potsdam Marzahn-Hellersdorf is in the far east of Berlin This district retains a significant proportion of communist-era housing blocks Berlin’s boundaries give way to farmland and forests and many houses have on-street or driveway parking and regional rail lines to the rest of Berlin and beyond Berlin is generally a safe city to live in, but it does have more reported crime (in German) than any other region in Germany This is likely due to it being the country’s largest city The highest crime rates (in German) are in: However, this does not necessarily mean that these areas are to be avoided – Mitte, in particular, has a higher population density and more tourists than other districts. Meanwhile, Alexanderplatz is extremely popular with visitors, yet it has a reputation for crime and racial profiling by police Victoria is an American writer (and mom) living in the UK she focuses on local content for employment law and business culture articles