Hidden history. Forgotten places. Unusual Berlin.
I’m Chrissie Sternschnuppe, a multimedia historian, guide and the woman behind Bunker Girl.
Let me take you beyond the obvious. Into Berlin’s hidden places, forgotten histories and unusual stories.
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The Uncomfortable Afterlife of Nazi Graves
Nazi graves spark a conflict between remembrance, legal obligations, and the desire to deny them honor. Here are two prominent Nazi graves.
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Photo booths in Berlin
Once upon a time, photo booths were a way to get a passport photo. Today, they’re an attraction in Berlin where you can take an analog selfie.
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The Many Lives of Neue Wache
Over the past 200 years, the Neue Wache has had many roles, but one thing remains constant. It serves as a memorial to something related to war.
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The Messedamm Underpass
The Messedamm underpass in Berlin is an iconic film location featured in many movies, including Hunger Games where there is far more action than usual.
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The Flak Tower in Friedrichshain
The flak tower in Friedrichshain is hidden under a huge hill. Few people know this, but one of the gun towers stands out from the hill. Here’s how to find it.
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The Beach at Flughafensee
Berlin has many beaches by the lakes. Some charge an entrance fee. The beach at Flughafensee is a hidden gem, and it’s free.
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The Karl Marx Relief Hiding in Plain Sight
A relief of Karl Marx is hidden in plain sight in the center of Berlin. It’s easy to overlook, but here’s how to find it.
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The Festival of Lights in Berlin
The Festival of Lights is an annual event in Berlin, where the city’s landmarks are transformed into a huge light show. Here’s where and when it happens.
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Memorial to the Victims of the Terrorist Attack on CSD
Just two weeks after the terrorist attack on CSD in 2026, a new memorial to the victims has been erected. A rainbow-colored bench and a maple tree.
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Where Can I Find the Berlin Wall?
Parts of the Berlin Wall remain in the city. Some are in their original locations, while others are hidden Easter eggs. Here’s how to find them.
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The Bouldering Bunker at RAW Gelände
There is a cone-shaped bunker at RAW Gelände. Today it’s called Der Kegel, and both children and adults can climb its walls, both inside and out.
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Südgelände Park
Südgelände Park is a former rail yard where you can take your children on an adventure and see steam locomotives and the old railroad tracks.
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Dark Matter Berlin
Dark Matter Berlin is an alternative museum featuring light and sound installations that stimulate the mind. Here you can actively immerse yourself in light.
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