The Old Rental Buildings of Berlin: Kreuzberg (Guided Walk)

+++ last tour was fun! I hope this week it happens again. Don't forget the change to daylight saving time +++

Would you like to know why Kreuzberg was already a district with a unique character in 19th-century Berlin? Would you like to be able to identify the typical architectural arrangements in housing and industry that were born out of this special condition? Then, you might enjoy coming to this walk.

We will explore the features of the rental apartment buildings and factories in the oldest part of Kreuzberg, especially in their intersection with urban design and economic and social aspects. We will see how the urban development of this area between 1860 and 1915 was different from Prenzlauer Berg.

This walk is more about understanding the everyday surroundings than quick-paced sightseeing, and it was conceived having curious (new) Berliners in mind. It is part of an expanding set of walks about the Berlin rental buildings, and although it is more specific (more focused, more historical) than the one in Prenzlauer Berg, it can be understood and enjoyed on its own. For a more personalized experience, the group has a limited size (typically 7 participants max), and any questions or discussions are very welcome. Hope you can join in soon!

Organization:

We meet in front of the Michaelkirche. If you arrive a few minutes earlier, there is the chance to chat a little before starting on time. We leave the starting point after a 10-min introduction. We end also close to the Michaelkirche after walking 2 km. The duration is about 2h30, depending on the number of discussions. The language is English, though German is possible upon group request. The price is decided by you at the end of the walk, between 15 and 20 EUR (cash, bank card, or PayPal, and receipts are available). If there are less than 3 guests or persistent rain, I'll cancel 2-3 hours in advance, so stay tuned to meetup messages. I may write you asking to confirm your presence. Please only book if you plan to come, thanks!