Introduction

Bohemian city of Berlin is the capital of Germany known for its past and present, districts, and counterculture. Yes, the city filled with extraordinary sights and tourist attractions both historical and cultural but there is much more in unique Berlin that is still to be unveiled. In this walking tour we will be showing you around the city and that fringe culture, discovering the fascinating street art, indie shops, and so on.

1. Kreuzberg: _srv_ Berlin’s Other Centre

Now our travel will start from the district called Kreuzberg which is considered to be the area where Berlin’s subculture was born. Today Kreuzberg is multicultural area with biggest night life and a lot of graffiti on the walls. Walking through the district, you will see that everything around is painted – from shops’ facades to walls of buildings – this is how artists speak here.

1.1 Görlitzer Park: Nature Meets Urban Culture

Of course, Görlitzer Park is also a place you should visit in Kreuzberg. An uncommon combination of a city garden and punk/cyber gothic atmosphere is provided. Roam around the park’s pathways; picnickethen and also absorb the surrounding energy. People will be dancing, singing, or jogging around the park’s outdoor cafés that are always filled with residents.

1.2 Markthalle Neun: Foodie Paradise

Being in Kreuzberg, Markthalle Neun is the place to visit. This historic market hall offers food and beverages from local and international producers and restaurants within its many stalls. Let’s start with traditional German food and desserts and continue with street food and Other international delicacies. This festival is not to be missed, where different vendors serve their street food preparations on Thursdays.

2. Friedrichshain: The Hipster Haven

The next place brings us to Friedrichshain – one of Berlin’s districts, known for welcoming Berlin’s subculture. Friedrichshain is characterized by individualistic stores, cafes, and bars as well as clubs. While strolling through the district, you will get lost in such stores as vintage, art galleries, and street food sellers as a result of the areas’ characteristics.

2.1 RAW-Gelände: An Oasis of Creativity

Another interesting point of interest in Friedrichshain is RAW-Gelände, which is basically an ex-industrial zone. This is more than just a regular building that houses galleries, nightclubs and pop-up stores as well as cultural events. Walk through Berlin’s diverse districts covered with street art and taste the ALLE ‘Street-food’.

2.2 East Side Gallery: Art and History

One cannot speak about Friedrichshain District without mentioning East Side Gallery which is the portion of the Berlin Wall repainted into the central art Gallery. It spans 1.3 kilometers which artists from all over the world painted more than 100 murals. Every painting has a message – freedom, unity and hope.

3. Prenzlauer Berg: Bohemian Charm

Our last location is Prenzlauer district, which was once associated with the laid-back bohemian life, green trees and a slow pace. Prenzlauer Berg is home owners – especially young families and intellectuals – as well as artists. This is the place where you will come across with variety of tea cafes, clothing shops, and lively people.

3.1 Mauerpark: Of all the events regularly celebrated all over the world Sunday flea market and karaoke stands out by itself.

Try to go shopping on Sunday when most of the sights like Mauerpark have flea markets. Ever buzzing market with fascinating apparels and textiles, used clothes, accessories, hand crafted crafts and souvenirs. But that’s not all – Mauerpark is also famous for its open-air karaoke event that is filled with people who want to sing.

3.2 Kastanienallee: Hip Shopping Street

as the last stop, spend more time wandering down Kastanienallee, an excellent street with numerous shops, great coffee shops and vintage stores. What the bohemian of Prenzlauer Berg is this street is the perfect representation of this atmosphere. Take a walk around to see most of the shops, you may need to get a cup of coffee to recharge some energy as you feel the pulse of the community.

Conclusion

Journeying through the avenue of subculture of Berlin is highly enlightening as well as exciting adventure. Discover the rough spirit of Berlin’s district Kreuzberg or explore the industrial touch of Friedrichshain or the hippie flair of Prenzlauer Berg during this walking tour. Transforming Berlin into the art city that it has become today and explore the treasures which this city has to offer. So come on in and put your walking shoes on and let’s start to explore the more edgy part of Berlin!