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21st century life in the German capital is powered by freedom and underscored by creativity. It shows just what empowerment, diversity and inclusivity can do.
With such awareness, it makes for a natural next stop for Formula E’s ninth season, as the paddock returns to one of its mainstay destinations.
Since 2015, Berlin has been a second home for Formula E. It has held more races than any other city and produced the most intense motorsport season finale in history back in Season 6.
Racing on the apron of the Tempelhof Airport is a spectacular sight to behold, as cars snake at high-speed across its sand-coloured concrete surface. But there’s more to Berlin, and it’s everywhere.
To truly discover the city and appreciate the area around you, it’s best to explore on foot and take in its unique, contagious culture and vast open spaces first-hand.
Pay attention to its architecture as you head from A to B. The gothic and baroque contrast perfectly with the visionary Potsdamer Platz, which paints a futuristic landscape that reaches for the sky.
The Brandenburg Gate is the synonymous symbol of Berlin, and as one of the most iconic monuments in Europe,it’s also a top attraction.
It was built in the 18th century to symbolise peace. In the 20th, it was damaged by war, and then isolated under Berlin’s division.
Now, it’s the heart of the city’s reunification, as people flock internationally to see its breathtaking columns and Victoria’s quadriga.
The Reichstag is only a stone’s throw away and is the current site of the German parliament.
From the top of its transparent dome, visitors can get a stunning view of the city and of course, look down to see the inner-workings of German politics.
It is bordered by the Tiergarten – one of Germany’s largest urban parks, and the perfect place to escape and relax while taking in the Victory Column, Bellevue Palace and of course, Berlin Zoo, which is one of the most popular zoos in all of Europe, featuring 1,500 species.
The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church is a unique structure in Berlin, and while it boasts incredible beauty, it’s also one of the few buildings that has retained its damage from the war.
It was extensively damaged during a bombing raid in 1943, and has since become an iconic landmark, although it’s interior and beautiful stained glass make it a spectacular sight to behold.
After exploring the west, it’s time to head east to one of the largest outdoor art exhibits in the world– the East Side Gallery.
The East Side Gallery is the longest surviving section of the Berlin Wall, and in a masterful explosion of colour, serves as a memorial to Berlin’s division from 1961-1989.
It features street art from 100 international artists, and the power of freedom is painted across every inch, as themes of unity and inclusion prevail over a symbol of isolation.
Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin Cathedral and Museum Island are also places that cannot be missed, but Berlin’s incredible food scene is one of the most unmissable aspects of the city.
While there are many synonymous dishes with German culture, Berlin’s extremely diverse population makes it one of the best cities in the world for food.
Be sure to check out the city’s Indian and Turkish scene, but if it’s true local immersion you’re longing for, head to Curry 36 for a quintessential currywurst experience.
Currywurst is steamed, fried pork sausages – although Curry 36 offers a vegetarian option – topped with curry ketchup and a dusting of spice and is a key part of Berlin’s culture. There’s even a museum devoted to do it.
Be sure to experience some mouth-watering bratwurst by heading to Kumpel & Keule or try out some of the best schnitzel in town at Schnitzelei.
But no matter where you go, what you do or how you take in Berlin, remember that the city symbolises freedom. It’s a feeling that will stay with you for a very long time.
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