Berlin Wall Half-Day Bike Tour

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Duration: 4h 30m
Location: Berlin, Germany | Berlin, Germany


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
Bicycle tour of an infamous symbol of the Cold War
Fascinating tales of espionage from your expert guide
Gentle pace & regular stops for a leisurely tour
Key sites along the partition & the expansive no man's land
Cycling past notable differences between East & West Berlin

Inclusions:
Guide bike tour of the Berlin Wall
Bicycle rental
Commentary in English

Description:

For 28 years the Berlin War was a symbol of the Cold War. By bike you explore well-preserved sites that serve to remind you how the city was torn in 2. Your comprehensive tour brings you to some of the most important historic landmarks.

Pedal along Karl-Marx-Allee, a grand socialist boulevard, and observe the postmodern architecture before coming to the East Side Gallery. Here, a 0.6 mile (1 km) stretch of wall still stands, famous for its politically charged graffiti.

Seize the chance to see the Stalinist memorial at Treptower Park, which is ordinarily off the tourist path; but by bike it's easily accessible. Pedal back through the “death strip” to learn about the military defenses once placed there. Refreshingly modern-day town planners are creatively reallocating the land.

Along the way your expert guide provides you with historical context to aid you in your understanding. With the CIA, KGB, and Stasi all having operated in the area, you're sure to hear fascinating anecdotes about one of the most intriguing periods of espionage in history.