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East Side Gallery (Berlin Wall - East Side Gallery)
Best time to visit
Go early on weekdays to avoid crowds and catch soft photographic light, or late afternoon for warmer tones; summer weekends are busiest.
Budget tips
Free to visit, no admission required; guided tours and audio guides cost extra, so explore independently to save money.
Recommended for
History buffs, Street art lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Casual walkers
Plan your visit
30-45 min
About
Korte feiten: Bright splashes of paint run along 1.3 kilometers of concrete, where over a hundred murals painted by artists from around the world turn a former barrier into a sprawling open-air gallery. Visitors pause to photograph weathered brushstrokes and a famous painted kiss, while ongoing conservation efforts race to preserve fragile artworks exposed to sun, rain, and graffiti.
Hoogtepunten: Stroll a 1.3 kilometer open-air gallery painted in 1990 by 118 artists from 21 countries, and you'll see Dmitri Vrubel's shocking mural of two leaders kissing, the black caption 'Mein Gott, hilf mir, diese tödliche Liebe zu überleben' still scrawled beneath bold reds and electric blues. After a controversial 2009 restoration that sparked protests, locals began the quirky habit of leaving small painted stones and whispered notes at particular panels, a tactile, colorful ritual visible in chips of spray paint, patched concrete, and fingerprints on the rails.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, the full stretch is about 1.3 km and pavement can be uneven.
- Photograph the 'Fraternal Kiss' near Ostbahnhof early morning to avoid crowds and reflections.
- Avoid touching or leaning on murals, conservation work and fresh paint are common.
- Combine the walk with a stop at Oberbaumbrücke for river views and watch for cyclists on the riverside path.
Klik om een GRATIS wandeltocht te boeken in Berlin, Germany
De beste manier om een stad te ervaren met een lokale gids.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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