Here are some more hidden gems of my new BertaBerlin map for Neukölln. Get yourself around effortless and find street markets, museums, shops, sights, restaurants, cafés, bars and more. Check out my new BertaBerlin map of Neukölln.

If you want to discover more secret spots and hidden gems of Berlin Neukölln, crafted so you can explore Berlin with ease by way of simply suggested city walks or more spontaneous choose-your-own-adventure routes, you can also check out my BertaBerlin map of Neukölln.

As I published my new BertaBerlin map for Neukölln, I would like to give some hidden gems away to get you curious...

If you want to discover more secret spots and hidden gems of Berlin Neukölln, crafted so you can explore Berlin with ease by way of simply suggested city walks or more spontaneous choose-your-own-adventure routes, you can also check out my BertaBerlin map of Neukölln.

To guide you through this jungle of options in Berlin Neukölln, I updated my travel map BertaBerlin with walks through the city and write about my favorite "Top 5 of Neukölln". If you miss a section, drop me a message, I am always open for suggestions. But for now, here are some of my favorite spots in this district. Check out my BertaBerlin map for more tips. 

Too overwhelmed to cook during the Christmas holidays? Get in the spirit with the following festive 'Christmas dinner to go' options, as I round up the best of Berlin has to offer. Guten Appetit!

This post lists the top 5 Christmas gift ideas for Berliners, including tips on how to reach them, what you can do and buy. If you’re visiting Berlin during December, you may like to have information on where to get the nostalgic charm of the peaceful Christmas in Berlin. Be sure to read my article to get some Christmas gift ideas!

As we are looking for things to do, I tried many new workshops to see, if I can start learning something new. Berlin offers many do-it-yourself workshops which I find really refreshing. From cooking, painting and making chocolate workshop as well as creating your on skincare: I've tried them all! I would definitely highly recommend workshops even for a gift. To put it in a nutshell, here are my Top 5 workshops in Berlin!

Here is the second part of MY FAVOURITE vegan destinations in Berlin - Today everybody is searching for a unique experience, either while traveling or in everyday life. To experience Berlin’s unique green lifestyle, journey with ease to explore OUR favourite vegan spots in berlin, starting in Neukölln.

MY FAVOURITE vegan destinations in Berlin - Today everybody is searching for a unique experience, either while traveling or in everyday life. To experience Berlin’s unique green lifestyle, journey with ease to explore OUR favourite vegan spots in berlin, starting in Neukölln.

In Berlin the GDR can be experienced in many places. Since GDR history has its very own charm, I have written a travel guide on the traces of the GDR in cooperation with the DDR Museum Berlin. Now we also created a GDR Walk in my app BertaWalks (there is a German and English version). You can download the app and discover daily life behind the Berlin Wall!

The walk starts with a wonderful 'GDR' breakfast in the restaurant of the Berlin Fernsehturm. Afterwards, you can explore the GDR in a authentic apartment in the DDR Museum. More culinary spots and historical highlights can be found in the walk of the app.

Now the markets in Berlin may open again, a reason to present the top 5 most beautiful art, design and creative markets in Berlin. Own creations and DIY are currently very trendy. At the markets of this city you can find many artists and craftsmen who offer their works for sale. The Corona time hit the art and culture industry hard, we would like to support the creatives of this city through #supportyourlocal and suggest you a summer visit to the Berlin art and creative markets.

Its the little things, which make the world a better place! Berlin might be known as the city of sin, but its restaurants and cafés are all about sustainability. From locally produced to circular models and indoor farms, the city is alive with local and green dining. Here’s my favorite pick of the Top 5 sustainable restaurants you have to try in Berlin.

Many cafés in Berlin are minimizing waste by reusing cups and sustainable boxing for food delivery. Part of the drive to sustainability is because of flavor — fresh, local food simply tastes better than the same food out of a package — and part of the recent resurgence of sustainable practices in restaurants is because it’s what the people want. While there are locations where local and sustainable food has always been present, this new crop of environmentally conscious restaurants take the concept to the next level. Below, you’ll find places that value sustainability without compromising on flavor and experience.

Its the little things, which make the world a better place! Berlin might be known as the city of sin, but its restaurants and cafés are all about sustainability. From locally produced to circular models and indoor farms, the city is alive with local and green dining. Here’s my favorite pick of the Top 5 sustainable restaurants you have to try in Berlin.

Many cafés in Berlin are minimizing waste by reusing cups and sustainable boxing for food delivery. Part of the drive to sustainability is because of flavor — fresh, local food simply tastes better than the same food out of a package — and part of the recent resurgence of sustainable practices in restaurants is because it’s what the people want. While there are locations where local and sustainable food has always been present, this new crop of environmentally conscious restaurants take the concept to the next level. Below, you’ll find places that value sustainability without compromising on flavor and experience.

Berlin is a unique city. But why? The simple answer is that the great metropolis has something to offer for everyone.

The German capital offers not only cultural highlights, but also a trendy scene locations. Berlin combines history with modernity.  Berlin is a city with a great cultural diversity at every corner. Compared to other big cities like London, Paris and New York, Berlin is very affordable. 

Furthermore, Berlin is the most innovative city in Germany. There are also many international artists in Berlin. Berlin is a true melting pot and many creative artists come together here. At the end of the day, Berlin is a combination of nature, history, art, culture, atmosphere and entertainment together, all in one place. 

Prenzlauer Berg, also known as "Prenzlberg," transformed itself after reunification into a trendy district and then into a well-situated family district. Trendy cafés, pubs, restaurants, bars and clubs turn day into night and also make the district a tourist magnet. The areas around Kollwitzplatz and Helmholtzplatz are particularly popular. The district is the largest contiguous area of old Wilhelminian-style buildings in Germany. Discover the cozy cafés in that area and know where to rest after a great walk through the picturesque squares and streets with thoroughly renovated blocks of houses, along with green spaces with playgrounds.

To make the choice a little easier for you, we have searched for the hidden gems of Berlin Prenzlauer Berg in my BertaWalks App I will also design a walking tour through Berlin Prenzlauer Berg for you. If you want to stay up to date, register for my BertaBerlin newsletter! For now I would like to introduce you to my Top 5 cafes in Berlin Prenzlauer Berg. 

In 1963, Schöneberg was the center of the political West, which John F. Kennedy chose for his famous words "I am a Berliner."

Times have changed and today you will find a modern flair and many exclusive stores, little art galleries, Italian or French delicatessens, nice cafés and wine stores.

To make the choice a little easier for you, we have searched for the hidden gems of Berlin Schöneberg. in my BertaWalks App I will also design a walking tour through Berlin Schöneberg for you. If you want to stay up to date, register for my BertaBerlin newsletter! For now I would like to introduce you to my Top 5 places in Berlin Schöneberg. 

Berlin is home to a vibrant and delicious food-scene. Restaurants serving cuisine from all over the globe line the streets in this city, but whilst we all may have our favourite dinner go-to spots, it’s always great to get to discover something new. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been scouring the best Vietnamese cuisine in Berlin so that I can bring my top 5 restaurants to you! From bamboo hut interiors to outside dining and helpful and friendly staff, keep reading to support a local business and find your new favourite date-night spot!

Find yourself searching for an ice cream store in Berlin or even two ice cream stores ;)? No worries, I am always looking for the hidden gems in Berlin. This year I found awesome ice cream stores all around Berlin, some of which are also reveal in my PlayBerlin map for parents and children or my district BertaBerlin maps. I hope you enjoy the selection! For now here is the Top 5 of ice cream store in Berlin.

Alicia and I are still loving our original "Top 5 restaurant recommendations for Friedrichshain", but thought it is high time to recommend five more restaurants, as Friedrichshain is such a vibrant place for eating out. You can basically eat your way through the entire world in this part of the city (and then have a good drink or hit the clubs afterwards) and we encourage you to do so whenever you’re around.

When birthday parties and bar hangs aren’t possible during the novel coronavirus lockdown, care packages can be one way to pass along some joy to loved ones. And with no more dine-in service, many local restaurants and cafes are supplementing their business by offering boxed breakfast sets to boost sales during the corona. Whether sending somebody — or yourself — a pick-me-up treat, here are a few breakfast boxes  that may feel more celebratory than a standard grocery order. See our "Top 5 breakfast boxes during lockdown" below.