The Long Shadow Of The Stasi

John Feffer talks to prominent East German dissident and politician Vera Lengsfeld…

Berlin’s Russian Supermarkets

Kyra Giorgi on Berlin’s Russian supermarkets and what to buy in them…

Muse Restaurant

Rhea Boyden checks out Berlin’s latest concept restaurant…

Berlin For (Dog) Lovers

Lisa Kennelly rounds up some useful tips and info for dog-owners in Berlin.

In Conversation with Eddie Izzard

Giulia Pines talks to one of the world’s funniest men about his Berlin show…

100 Favourite Places

A charming and inspirational companion to Berlin for visitors and residents alike. The favourite places of the Slow Travel Berlin team reflect our overall ethos of slow, sustainable travel.

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The Long Shadow Of The Stasi

John Feffer talks to prominent East German dissident and politician Vera Lengsfeld...
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Berlin’s Russian Supermarkets

Kyra Giorgi on Berlin's Russian supermarkets and what to buy in them...
Food & Drink
 

Muse Restaurant

Rhea Boyden checks out Berlin's latest concept restaurant...

Resources & Practicalities
 

Berlin For (Dog) Lovers

Lisa Kennelly rounds up some useful tips and info for dog-owners in Berlin.
Art & Culture
 

In Conversation with Eddie Izzard

Giulia Pines talks to one of the world's funniest men about his Berlin show...
Art & Culture
 

Topography of Terror

Susan Paterson pays a visit to Berlin's 'open wound'...
Art & Culture
 

In Photos: Divided Berlin

Photographer Chris John Dewitt's images of East and West Berlin during the 80s.
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Berlin: Be Our Valentine?

STB Contributors on the things they love about Berlin...
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Hidden Europe’s Guide to Lichterfelde

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Treptower Park

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A Guide To Health Insurance in Germany

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