photo: Matthias Arlund
The recent heat wave continues to be a living hell for all of Berlin. We can attempt to escape it by chilling by the lake or even getting out of town, but the merciless sun is not going anywhere. Although we humans might feel constantly drowning in sweat, the real ecological problem concerns the drought that is deeply affecting our trees. How can we save them?
photo: Finding Berlin
Among the many benefits Berlin hast to offer, the endless torrents of culture and centuries of history coming through its endless museums are breathtaking. From the largest ones to the most unknown, the history enthusiasts find it hard to visit each and every one of them; there are, also, many who most probably do not feel like spending their time in museums upon visiting Berlin. We have picked the ones we can guarantee that they are worth your time no matter which category you belong to. We will be happy to know your favorite ones 😉
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photo: steffimarla
Urban parks are more than just stretches of green amidst buildings and traffic. Entering a good park can change your whole sense of place, leaving you feeling like you just went away without leaving the city. We’ve compiled a list of 10 of our favorite parks, which run the gamut in size and features. Sprawled across the city, these urban oases all have something unique to offer, whether you’re in the mood for a picnic, a bike ride, a party or simply an afternoon stroll. Click on to start planning your next urban escape.
Tomorrow is a quite important day for the people of Berlin. Why? Because for the first time the whole city (and not just a district like in the last public voting for the Mediaspree) can decide whether or not the amazing free space of the former Tempelhof airport will remain the same or will be changed completely with a huge library, expensive luxury apartments and office buildings. A huge part of the field will remain a recreational area and apparently a part of the new appartments are supposed to be “affordable”, but the public is really mistrustful of these arguments, especially since a lot of the recent city developements have been anything but satisfactory for the people living here. Of course such construction plans always bring the risk of accelerating gentrification in the surrounding areas. Obviously if you look at the rents that especially new Berliners are willing to pay in the nice areas of Neukölln such as the Schillerkiez that is located directly next to the Tempelhof Feld you can see that this is already happening with prices higher than in supposedly expensive Mitte and Prenzlauer Berg. But I guess it’s exactly this recent change that is making the people of Berlin super sensitive towards any new projects of such nature. I can totally understand how everyone who is enjoying the city for its laid-back lifestyle and wide open spaces is not willing to let anything endanger their peaceful Berlin. Especially the last 4 years have seen drastic changes in the city and everyone is really worried if Berlin will be able to remain the cool and free-spirited city it is right now. It’s up to you now, those of you who are able to vote. Think about it, inform yourself about the plans of the senat and make a choice tomorrow. After a jump a few impressions of the Tempelhofer Feld as it is now. read more…
Time flies. We are having September again and the Berlin Festival is only one day away. After all these festivals of the summer everything comes together in our little hometown. A more than promising line up on Friday and on Saturday including big names such as Franz Ferdinand, The Killers, Metronomy, Major Lazer, Kraftclub, Tocotronic, Frittenbude, WhoMadeWho, Digitalism and a lot more, we are especially keen to see the smaller acts such as Grimes, First Aid Kid, Muso and Sizarr and many others. read more…
For those of you who are interested in furniture design of the second half of the last century. It’s open next sunday and it’s in hangar 2 at Tempelhof airport. Read on for images and details.
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