Starting at the infamous Checkpoint Charlie, where the Cold War powers formerly faced off just yards apart, we describe the routines and duties of Border Guards, the Soviet and Allied forces, Stasi and CIA.

Get an extraordinary insight into: what it meant to live in the eastern bloc's most Stalinistic State the former GDR; successful and failed escapes where Border Command sooner followed the orders of 'shoot to kill' than allow the heinous crime of 'flight from the Republic'; how MI6 and the CIA tunneled under the Wall and Soviet Zone and tapped into the Red Army's secret communications; the methods used by the Stasi to guarantee control of east Germany's population, from 'radiation tags' to "Day X" preparations.

Find out who were and what happened to the GDR's leadership, the key figures and where they are today.

For a proper historical perspective we look at the plight of former east Germans in present society: from former Stasi agents and every day citizenry through to the remarkable scenario of Germany's, not only first female, but "ossie" (the nick-name for east Germans) Chancellor - what do they miss about the GDR, are things better? From shopping to daily work, before, after and what the future holds.

You can also book this tour as a private tour starting from 140EUR!

Additional Information

Duration: 4 hours

Departure times:

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:00.

Departure point:

McDonald's opposite the main entrance to Zoologischer Garten Station.

 

Price:

Adults: 12EU

Students and pensioners: 10EU

Please note:

We walk rain or shine!

Please present yourself at the location 15 minutes before departure time.

You will need a day AB public transportation ticket which is not included in the price.

Get an extraordinary insight into: what it meant to live in the eastern bloc's most Stalinistic State, the former GDR; successful and failed escapes where Border Command sooner followed the orders of 'shoot to kill' than allow the heinous crime of 'flight from the Republic'; how MI6 and the CIA tunneled under the Wall and Soviet Zone and tapped into the Red Army's secret communications; the methods used by the Stasi to guarantee control of east Germany's population, from 'radiation tags' to "Day X" preparations.

Features include the monumental Soviet Embassy, "Ghost Stations", former Guard Towers, hidden areas of the Death Strip and espionage points of the CIA and KGB, Stasi surveillance techniques and equipment, locations of both succesful and failed escape attempts, a complete reassembled area  of inner and outer fortifications of the state border and more.

 

Things To Bring

Printed Voucher

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation more then a week in advance: administration costs of 15%
Cancellation between a week and 48 hours prior to departure date: 50% of the total amount
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to departure date : 100% of the total amount
No show: no restitution

Departs

Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:00

Pickup/Departure

McDonald's opposite the main entrance to Zoo Station.
Look for the guides with the yellow bags : InsiderTours.

*** Present your voucher at least 15 minutes before departure***

Additional Locations

Duration: 4 hours Availability: Sorry, there is no availability left for this option