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Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour

6 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 6 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Berlin, Germany
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore the West Berlin haunts of legendary writers Joseph Roth, Walter Benjamin, Vicki Baum, Irmgard Keun and many others, and learn more about the history and impact of Berlin literature. This tour visits the sites of legendary bars and café when the area around Ku’damm was the epicentre of Berlin publishing in the Weimar Republic and the stories of those who frequented them, and loops back through Kantstrasse in the 1960s and 1980 when the area again was home to a new generation of writing rebels escaping conservative West Germany to the frontier city of Berlin. Ever wanted to know why Kurt Tucholsky had a “book bar” and where Jörg Fauser went to bed with Kommune 1?

What's Included

  • Admission to Romanisches Cafe exhibition and small surprises.
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
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Hardenbergpl. 11
10623 Berlin, Germany

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Europa-Center

We will finish the our at the Romanisches Cafe exhibition in Europa-Center
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Waldorf Astoria Berlin

Our first stop is the Stolperstein of John Hoexter here.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

George Grosz Plaza

We will also talk about the artistic legacy of the whole area, including film, visual art and music.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Walter-Benjamin-Platz

We will talk about legendary philosopher and writer Walter Benjamin, and why the architecture of the square named after him does not really represent his legacy.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Schwarzes Cafe

We will also stop at this legendary haunt of Iggy Pop and David Bowie.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Savignyplatz

Looping back to Bahnhof Zoo via Savignyplatz and Kantstrasse, we discover what West Berlin writers were active here in the 1970s and80s.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

HOTEL ZOO BERLIN

We will talk about the impact of hotel writing on Weimar and world literature, exemplified by the works of Joseph Roth and Vicki Baum.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rebels & Exiles: A West Berlin Literary Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5563431P1

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What's Included

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  • Admission to Romanisches Cafe exhibition and small surprises.
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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