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Spreewald Canoe Tour: Discover the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on Water

Spreewald Canoe Tour: Discover the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on Water

Sun, Aug 30, 6:00 AM
From Urbanature Travel - Berlin
4.7

***Canoe around the Spreewald river delta. Charismatic, quiet and sprinkled with the occasional beer garden. Enjoy nature at the UNESCO reserve.*** **HOW DO I JOIN THIS TRIP?** Click on link below to get complete info and to sign up for this event by getting your ticket. [https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/spreewald-canoe](https://urbanaturetravel.com/event/spreewald-canoe) **SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEW USERS** * 10% New User Discount using promo code: **MEETUP10** * Valid for this trip or any other trips available on our website. **WHY GO?** Join us for an unforgettable adventure in the beautiful **Lübbenau/Spreewald** region, just a stone's throw away from the vibrant city of Berlin, where we'll embark on a thrilling canoe (mix of Canoe's or Kayak) tour through the **UNESCO biosphere reserve**. Immerse yourself in the untouched nature as we paddle through the winding waterways, surrounded by lush greenery and enchanting landscapes. This is a unique opportunity to explore the hidden gems of the **Spreewald** region, known for its rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. During the tour, our experienced guides will share fascinating stories and insights about the area, making this journey not just visually stunning but also intellectually enriching. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply looking for a refreshing escape from the city, this canoe tour is perfect for everyone. Don't miss out on this incredible experience! Book your spot now and get ready to paddle your way through the wonders of the **Spreewald** biosphere reserve. **TRIP DETAILS** **Meeting Location and Time:** * **Option A - Joining from Berlin:** Meet in Berlin Central Train Station (Berlin Hbf) at 8:00 am. * **Option B - Joining at Lübbenau:** Meet outside Lübbenau Train Station at 9:30 am. **Note:** The exact platform in Berlin Hbf will be advised the day before the trip in the WhatsApp group for this trip. Please advise if you do not have WhatsApp and can make alternate arrangement to keep you in the loop. **Finishing Location and Time:** * **Option A - Finishing in Berlin:** Berlin Hbf at 7:00pm * **Option B - Finishing in Lübbenau:** Lübbenau Train Station at 5:00 pm **Distance:** 6 km of canoeing, 7 hours from start to closing, incl., around 3 - 4 hours of paddling and multiple breaks. **Hiking Difficulty:** Easy - walking on marked paths, relaxed pace / easy canoe paddling **Kid Friendly:** Yes **What is Included?** * Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration. * Guiding while canoeing. * **Canoe rental.** * Life jackets provided (if required). * Transportation to and from Berlin (based on the ticket option selected). * Access to Google photos album dedicated for this trip for sharing all your amazing pictures and videos from the trip. * Access to a WhatsApp group for the confirmed participants. **Note:** Please contact us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp and we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication. **Additional Things of Note:** * Space is very limited for this trip as we only have a very limited number of Canoe's. **WHAT IS THE PLAN?** **8:00 AM -** Meet in Berlin Central Train Station (exact location to be advised in WhatsApp group for the confirmed participants) **8:20 AM** \- Board train for Lubbenau \(Spreewald: RE 2 to Cottbus\) **9:30 AM** \- Get off at Lubbenau and head to boat pickup location **10:00 AM** \- Arrive at boat pickup location **10:30 AM** \- Start canoeing **1:00 PM** \- Break for lunch in an old pub with a beer garden **2:00 PM -** Start canoeing after lunch **4:00 PM -** Get back to boat pickup location to drop off the boats. **4:30 PM** \- Start heading towards Lubbennau Train Station **5:00 PM** \- Arrive in Lubbenau Train Station **5:30 PM** \- Catch train for Berlin **7:00 PM** \- Arrive in Berlin Central Train Station \(Berlin hbf\) **FOR FUTURE TRIP UPDATES:** Please do join our WhatsApp / Telegram channel for updates about our future trips including possible early bird discounts, contests etc. 1. [WhatsApp Channel](https://go.unt.global/travelgroup) 2. [Telegram Channel](https://t.me/urbanaturetravel)

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Politischer Diskurs - Sachsen-Anhalt Aftermath

Politischer Diskurs - Sachsen-Anhalt Aftermath

Thu, Sep 10, 5:15 PM
From Politischer Diskurs
4.7

Der politische Diskurs ist für alle diejenigen, die politische und gesellschaftliche Themen verfolgen und sich gerne darüber austauschen wollen. Wir alle wissen, dass der Vorteil einer Demokratie gegenüber autoritären Systemen darin besteht, dass Meinungen geäußert und Kritik geübt werden kann - so let's do this! Jedesmal steht ein neues, eher generelles Thema im Zentrum, über das wir uns respektvoll austauschen wollen. Am kommenden Abend geht es um die Ergebnisse der Langtagswahlen von Sachsen-Anhalt am 6. September 2026. Interessante Informationsquellen für: [Nationale_Politik](https://www.deutschlandfunk.de/podcast-106.html), [News_aus_Wirtschaft](https://open.spotify.com/show/0MqROiCw2Vl0aVqxWdPjRC?si=dioN4162TqytZm210rXpYw), [Internationale_Nachrichten](https://ground.news/) **WhatsApp Gruppenchat**: Regt dich ein Politiker / eine Argumentationslinie auf? Hast du einen Podcast gehört, den du unbedingt teilen und mit anderen besprechen willst? Möchtest du aktiv bei der Themenwahl unserer Diskussionsabende teilnehmen? Es gibt eine Whatsappgruppe. Sprich mich gerne auf einem Event an, dann füge ich dich hinzu. Wir freuen uns auf deine Ansichten! Foto von der Seite: https://www.vereinsbedarf-deitert.de

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Wasserturm and Pumpstation Tour – Cycling Tour to Grunewald and Spandau

Wasserturm and Pumpstation Tour – Cycling Tour to Grunewald and Spandau

Sun, Sep 6, 12:30 PM
From Berlin cycle and walk
4.9

**Wasserturm and Pumpstation Tour – Cycling Tour to Grunewald and Spandau** **Time:** 15:00 **Theme:** Cycle Tour + Water Infrastructure + Industrial Heritage + Nature **Start:** Water Tower Prenzlauer Berg (just opposite side of street from Umani restaurant) **Distance:** 25–30 km **Suggested contribution:** €5 Join me for a cycling journey from the centre of Berlin through **Charlottenburg, the Grunewald and along the Havel**, exploring the water infrastructure of Berlin. This is a tour about **water**: where Berlin got it, how it was pumped, stored and cleaned, and how the infrastructure built to supply a rapidly growing city is still visible today. We'll start at the best known Wasserturm in PBerg then tour past several others on our way to the the olderest surviving pumpstation in the city: the historic **Wasserwerk Teufelssee**, now home to the Ökowerk Nature Conservation Centre. We'll explore the remarkable surviving machinery and buildings of Berlin's oldest complete surviving waterworks, before taking a break at the nearby beer garden. From there we'll continue north through the Grunewald, taking in the Grunewald turm and then along the Havel, eventually reaching Wansee. **The Tour** Berlin's growth in the nineteenth century created a huge problem: **how do you supply a rapidly expanding city with clean water?** Our route follows the answer. Starting in central Berlin, we'll cycle west towards Charlottenburg, where the development of wealthy new neighbourhoods created an urgent demand for a reliable water supply. Along the way we'll see the **Wasserturm Berlin** and make our way towards Grunewald and the historic **Wasserwerk Teufelssee**. Built between 1871 and 1873, the waterworks originally supplied the new villa district of Westend. It was later expanded and became part of the municipal water system, eventually supplying large parts of southern Berlin. The machinery, filter halls, water tanks and other elements of the original complex have survived remarkably well. Today the site is the **Ökowerk Nature Conservation Centre**, creating a fascinating meeting point between industrial heritage and nature. We'll take some time here to explore the site and have a drink at the nearby beer garden before continuing our ride. From the Grunewald we'll head towards the Havel, following the landscape north towards Wansee. Along the way we'll see how Berlin's natural landscape has been shaped by infrastructure—waterworks, reservoirs, canals, roads and energy systems—while still remaining one of the city's great recreational spaces. We'll finish in **Wansee**, where you can either take the train home or, if you're feeling energetic, continue cycling back into central Berlin. I am an accredited tour guide in Berlin, specialising in telling stories about the city's industrial heritage. I ask for a contribution of **€5** to organise the tour and share my knowledge. **Disclaimer:** Please note that all participants attend as group members, not as customers, and are responsible for their own safety. Please read the group description in full for an explanation of the terms and liabilities. **The Cycling** This is a relaxed sightseeing ride rather than a sporting event. 🚲 We'll cover around **25–30 kilometres**, with frequent stops for stories, photographs, drinks and discussion. The route includes some unpaved paths through the Grunewald, so a reasonable bicycle suitable for light gravel or forest paths is recommended. Anyone who is comfortable cycling around Berlin and is happy with a relaxed pace should be fine to join. **What to Bring** 🚲 A bike suitable for some unpaved paths 💶 Cash for drinks or snacks 🌧️ Waterproofs (just in case!) ☀️ Suncream 🥪 Water and snacks 😊 Curiosity and a sense of adventure **Highlights** 💧 Discover how Berlin developed the infrastructure needed to supply a rapidly growing city with clean water 🏰 See the spectacular **Charlottenburg/Westend water towers**, built to supply the expanding city and its new suburbs 🏭 Explore the hidden industrial infrastructure behind Berlin's development 🌳 Cycle from central Berlin through Charlottenburg and into the forests of the Grunewald 💦 Visit the historic **Wasserwerk Teufelssee**, Berlin's oldest surviving complete waterworks ⚙️ Discover the original pumping machinery, filter buildings and water-storage infrastructure preserved at the Ökowerk 🍺 Take a break at the **Jungfernheide Wasserturm** and enjoy a drink surrounded by the park 🌊 Follow the Havel and discover how Berlin's waterways shaped the city's infrastructure and expansion 🏙️ See how apparently natural landscapes are actually deeply connected to the history of the modern city 📖 Hear the stories of engineers, entrepreneurs and workers who built the systems that kept Berlin running 📸 Fantastic photography opportunities combining industrial heritage, architecture, forest and water 🚲 Finish in Wansee and choose whether to take the train home or cycle back into town I estimate the cycle tour will take around **3 hours**, including the stops. Hope to see you there! **Simon**

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10 attendees
German Language Learners Conversation Afternoon: Practice Your German!

German Language Learners Conversation Afternoon: Practice Your German!

Sat, Sep 12, 1:00 PM
From Berlin Conversation Meetup Group
4.2

Join us for an afternoon of cultural exchange and German conversation practice at our Berlin Conversation Meetup Group event — complete with interesting chats and beer at BrewDog Mitte. Connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about language learning, culture, and community. Share your experiences, learn about different cultures, and engage in meaningful discussions across German language levels. From beginners to advanced levels, all learners and speakers of German are welcome! Whether you're a local resident or a curious traveler, this event promises to be a blend of fun, learning, and connecting with others who value the richness of cultural diversity and language learning. This event is hosted by the online language school lalia-berlin.com, helping German learners to overcome communication barriers and grow into confident speakers of German. Join us for this fun afternoon of practice and renew your motivation to break through to the next level in German! We use a [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CumRuFFzUWGF6jToK3GHIA?mode=wwt) where we share updates like the exact location and any last-minute info on the day of the event. Feel free to join if you’d like to stay in the loop! You are also welcome to sign up for our Newsletter to always be the first one to find out when the next meet-up takes place: https://lalia-berlin.com/offline-events

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1 attendee
September Soothing Sketching Session at The Greens 🌿☕️

September Soothing Sketching Session at The Greens 🌿☕️

Sat, Sep 5, 9:00 AM
From Nature Lover Art Club
5.0

***Goal*** Join us for our monthly indoor sketching session at The Greens Café. Let's enjoy some quiet and contemplative drawing time together and let's get to know each other better and share thoughts on creative process and more 🌿 IMPORTANT: This event is FREE, the required payment of 1€ is only to deter no-shows/overbookings. If/when you show up to the session, you can decide whether to donate it for organisational costs or to have it refunded in full! :) ***Schedule*** 11:00 - Arrival and chitchats 11:20 - Small warm-up activities 11:50 - Free sketching 12:45 - Share your work and thoughts

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2v2 Intermediate+ Beach Volley 💪

2v2 Intermediate+ Beach Volley 💪

Sun, Aug 30, 3:00 PM
From Berlin Beach Volleyball
4.9

Join us for intermediate and advanced play on outdoor 2v2 courts. If you are not yet at the intermediate level ([F1+](https://www.esv-muenchen-volleyball.de/niveaueinstufung)) or want to play 3v3/4v4, sign up via [the simultaneous event](https://www.meetup.com/berlin-volley/events/) instead. We play with beach rules: do not use open hands for the first or last touches, do not touch the net, etc. We overbook slightly to ensure we have enough players and to allow individuals to take breaks. After playing, you can join us for socials with drinks and snacks at the bar area. It's recommended that you come 10 minutes early so you have time to change and find the fields. If it is your first time, 15 minutes might be even better. You can join whatever court you like and move between courts during the event. We self-organize, so once you finish a game, you can start a rematch, mix with another court, or take a break as you see fit. Upon arrival, join the warmup happening on one of the courts. Join our WhatsApp community by asking J for an invite after the event. Follow us on Insta at [https://www.instagram.com/berlinvolleyball](https://www.instagram.com/berlinvolleyball) **Rules**: Do not join if you have an infectious disease. **Venue**: We play at BeachMitte. There are changing rooms, toilets, and hot water showers that cost 1 EUR. There are no lockers. There is a bar that sells drinks and snacks. **Payment**: You pay in advance via Meetup. Payment via PayPal or Urban Sports Club is not possible. **Refunds**: The venue does not provide refunds. Thus, we cannot refund you either, even in cases where the event is canceled due to bad weather. If you know you can't make it in advance, you can try selling your spot to someone else via WhatsApp or the comment section. You get a full refund if the event gets canceled due to poor attendance. Pictures might be taken and shared publicly, such as on Meetup or Instagram. You can opt out by letting the organizer know you do not wish to be photographed. By RSVP'ing to this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following: Participation in this volleyball event is at your own risk. The organizer is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage sustained during the event, whether caused by negligence or otherwise. You are aware of the inherent risks involved in park volleyball and voluntarily assume these risks. You agree to hold the organizer harmless from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your participation, including any medical costs. Share anonymous feedback with the organizer via [https://www.admonymous.co/entropy](https://www.admonymous.co/entropy)

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Meetup helps individuals discover and join groups catering to shared interests, from hobbies to lifestyles. It offers a platform to connect with local communities via events that may be in-person or online.

You can search for conservation volunteering events in Berlin by browsing the Meetup platform. Use the location filter to tailor results to your vicinity and interest.

Yes, Berlin hosts various nature-focused groups. These include conservation projects and outdoor excursions that engage participants in environmental activities.

Conservation groups often focus on preserving local environments and ecosystems, which may include organized clean-ups, educational activities, and habitat restoration endeavors.

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Event availability can vary, as it depends on active groups and organizers in Berlin. Checking regularly helps find new or upcoming activities.

Yes, many conservation volunteering groups incorporate hiking as part of their environmental and community activities in locations like Berlin.

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While the focus here is on Berlin-based events, some may also be offered online, combining global access with local projects, depending on organizer plans.

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