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Borsig! – Berlin's Locomotive King by Bike
Sun, Sep 27, 10:00 AM**Borsig! – Berlin's Locomotive King by Bike** **Time:** 12:00 - Midday **Start:** Hamburger Bahnhof – Main Entrance **Distance:** 30 km **Suggested contribution:** €5 This week we'll be following the story of **August Borsig**, one of the men who helped turn Berlin into an industrial powerhouse—and the company that became Europe's largest locomotive manufacturer. We'll cycle across Berlin following Borsig's remarkable journey from a small factory outside the old city walls, through the industrial landscape of Moabit, to the enormous works in Tegel. Along the way we'll see how the requirements of heavy industry pushed factories further and further away from the city centre, and how each move created new industrial landscapes, transport connections and workers' housing. We'll finish at the magnificent **Borsigwerke in Tegel**, beneath the famous Borsigturm. **The Tour** We will follow the story of Borsig through **three generations of factories**. We'll begin near the former Borsig works on **Chausseestraße**, where August Borsig established his factory in 1837. Just four years later, the first Borsig locomotive left the works. The company rapidly expanded, becoming one of Europe's leading locomotive manufacturers. But there was a problem: the factory was becoming trapped inside a rapidly growing city. We'll cycle north and west towards **Moabit**, where Borsig began expanding in the 1840s. Here the company established an ironworks, boiler works and machine factory beside the Spree, taking advantage of the waterway and the growing railway network. By the middle of the nineteenth century, much of Borsig's production had moved here. This gives us the opportunity to explore one of the great stories of Berlin's industrial development: **why did factories leave the city centre?** We'll look at the relationship between industry, transport, land prices, workers and the waterways that allowed heavy materials to move around the city. Finally we'll continue north to **Tegel**, where Borsig built a completely new factory from the 1890s onwards. Production began here in 1898, on a huge site designed specifically for modern industrial production. The factory even had its own harbour for bringing in raw materials. Here we'll explore the surviving **Borsigtor, factory halls and Borsigturm**, the extraordinary 65-metre tower built in 1922–24 and Berlin's first office high-rise. We'll then finish by exploring **Borsigwalde**, the workers' settlement created alongside the new factory. Borsig needed thousands of workers, but there wasn't enough housing in Tegel, so the company helped create an entirely new neighbourhood. Its surviving streets provide a fascinating glimpse into the social side of industrialisation. We'll finish with a well-earned beer together in Tegel. 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 gentle-paced sightseeing ride rather than a sporting event. 🚲 We'll cover around **25–30 kilometres**, with frequent stops for stories, photographs and discussion. Anyone with a decent bicycle and experience cycling around Berlin should be comfortable on this route. The route is predominantly on normal Berlin streets and cycle paths, with plenty of opportunities to stop and explore. **What to Bring** 🚲 Spare inner tube suitable for your bike 💶 Cash for drinks or snacks 🌧️ Waterproofs (just in case!) ☀️ Suncream 🥪 Water and snacks 😊 Curiosity and a sense of adventure **Highlights** 🚂 Discover the story of **August Borsig**, Berlin's "Locomotive King" 🏭 Visit the site of Borsig's original factory on Chausseestraße and discover the industrial district once known as **Feuerland** 🔥 Learn how Berlin's first generation of heavy industry transformed the area outside the old city walls 🌊 Explore Borsig's move to **Moabit** and discover why access to the Spree was so important for heavy industry ⚙️ See where Borsig produced the machinery, boilers and components that made its locomotive production possible 🚆 Follow the story of how Borsig became one of Europe's largest locomotive manufacturers 🏗️ Discover why Borsig eventually abandoned both its central Berlin and Moabit factories and moved to the outskirts 🏭 Explore the enormous surviving **Borsigwerke in Tegel** 🚪 Admire the spectacular **Borsigtor**, designed to make the factory look like a monumental medieval gateway 🗼 See the **Borsigturm**, Berlin's first office high-rise and one of the great symbols of the city's industrial heritage 🏘️ Explore **Borsigwalde**, the workers' neighbourhood built alongside the factory 📖 Discover how factories created entire communities of workers, housing and infrastructure 📸 Fantastic photography opportunities among some of Berlin's finest industrial architecture 🍺 Finish with a relaxed drink together in Tegel I estimate the cycle tour will take around **3 hours**, including plenty of stops for stories and discussion. Hope to see you there! **Simon**
From Berlin: Potsdam & Sanssouci Half-Day Walking Tour
Thu, Oct 1, 8:00 AM**Please Note:** Beyond Meetup, our tours are published on several booking platforms. Rest assured, your group will have plenty of fellow participants! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Uncover the captivating history of Potsdam on a guided day trip from Berlin—from its origins as the lavish playground of Prussian royalty to its secret role in Cold War espionage. **Tour Highlights** * **Royal Palaces:** View the magnificent Sanssouci Palace (Germany's largest World Heritage Site), the Marble Palace, and the Opulent Royal Palace. * **Historic Landmarks:** Visit Cecilienhof—site of the famous 1945 Potsdam Conference—and explore the charming Dutch Quarter. * **Cold War History:** Discover the former forbidden KGB sector and cross the famous "Bridge of Spies." * **Scenic Gardens:** Stroll through the fairytale parks and lush gardens surrounding the Aristocratic Mansion. **What's Included & Meeting Details** * **Guided Experience:** Includes an expert guide for the entire trip to and from Potsdam. * **Meeting Point:** In front of \[Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz\]\(https://www\.meetup\.com/be\-original\-tours\-public\-day\-tours\-across\-europe/events/316456447/edit/?fromSeries=true\) \(Otto\-Braun\-Straße 65\, 10178 Berlin\)\. **Important Guest Information** * **Tour Format:** This is an exterior walking tour focused on Potsdam’s expansive parks and landmarks; we do not enter inside any palaces or buildings. * **What to Bring:** Comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks, camera, and a valid Berlin ABC public transit ticket (not included in the tour price). * **Restrictions:** Backpacks, smoking, and flash photography are not allowed on the tour route. * **Accessibility:** This tour involves extensive walking and is not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with mobility impairments. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Please Note:** Beyond Meetup, our tours are published on several booking platforms. Rest assured, your group will have plenty of fellow participants! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-
Xberg Breweries and Cemeteries. Evening Walking Tour
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00 PM**Kreuzberg's Brewery District – Beer, Industry & the Bergmannkiez** **Theme:** Walking Tour + Beer History + Industrial Heritage + Social **Meet Time:** 18:00 **Meet Place:** Mehringdamm Ubahn. Outside Curry 36 **Suggested contribution:** €5 Join me for an evening walk through **Kreuzberg and Neukölln's historic brewery district**, following the story of how beer helped transform the southern edge of Berlin from fields into one of the city's great industrial neighbourhoods. The plan: We'll grab a *Wegbier* and walk through the **Bergmannkiez**, discovering the breweries, maltings, workers' neighbourhoods and industrial buildings that once made this one of Berlin's great brewing districts. Highlights include **Kurt Mühlenhaupt Museum** the former **Bergschloß-Brauerei**, a look at some famous personalties in the cemeteries and parks on our way, before finishing at the spectacular former **Berliner Kindl brewery** on Rollberg. Berlin's brewing industry was transformed during the nineteenth century by new technology, new types of beer and a rapidly expanding population. Breweries needed enormous amounts of land, water, ice and fuel—and the southern edge of Berlin provided plenty of space for them to grow. I am an accredited tour guide in Berlin, specialising in telling stories about the city's industrial heritage. I charge a small fee of **€5** to organise the tour and share my knowledge. **Highlights** 🏘️ Discover how breweries helped fuel the dense workers' neighbourhoods around the Bergmannkiez 🌾 Discover how beer production depended on ice, malt, water and huge underground storage cellars 🎨 Visit the **Kurt Mühlenhaupt Museum** which occupies a former factory yard that originally belonged to the **Habbel Malzbierbrauerei**. 🏭 See the former **Bergschloß-Brauerei** in Neukölln, one of the area's major historic brewery complexes, dating back to the nineteenth century. 🏡 Pass the former **Braumeisterhaus**, now home to Kindervilla Kivi der Naturfreundejugend, Kita. The building is part of the surviving Bergschloß-Brauerei complex and has been used by the Kindervilla since 1995. 🏙️ Discover how industrialisation transformed the landscape between Kreuzberg and Rixdorf 🍺 Follow the story of **Berliner Kindl**, founded in Rixdorf in 1872 and eventually becoming one of Berlin's most famous breweries. 🏭 Explore the spectacular former **Kindl brewery** on Rollberg, 🎨 Discover how the former brewery has been transformed into **KINDL – Centre for Contemporary Art**, while retaining many of its original industrial features. 🍺 Finish with a relaxed drink together at the former Kindl brewery complex I estimate the walk will take around **2½–3 hours**, depending on how much time we spend stopping for beers and discussing the history. Hope to see you there! **Simon**
Berlin: The Original Free Walking Tour (Morning Schedule)
Thu, Oct 1, 8:00 AM**Please Note:** Beyond Meetup, our tours are published on several booking platforms. Rest assured, your group will have plenty of fellow participants! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Discover the rich history and iconic sights of Germany's capital on [The Original Free Berlin Walking Tour](https://originalberlintours.com/tours/free-original-berlin-walking-tour/). Guided by passionate local experts, this comprehensive walking experience takes you through centuries of royal, political, and cultural history across Berlin. Starting at Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz, you will explore major landmarks, hear engaging stories, and get an authentic feel for the city's unique past and present. **5 Key Highlights** * **Brandenburg Gate & Reichstag:** Walk past two of Germany’s most famous architectural symbols of unity and government. * **Checkpoint Charlie & Topography of Terror:** Uncover Cold War secrets and learn about WWII history at key historical sites. * **Holocaust Memorial & Hitler's Bunker:** Pay respect and gain deep insights into Berlin's WWII era. * **Alexanderplatz & Nikolai Quarter:** Explore the heart of East Berlin and the city's historic birthplace. * **Museum Island & Bebelplatz:** Discover cultural hubs, including Lustgarten and the infamous Nazi book-burning site. **Inclusions** * **Expert English-Speaking Guide:** Passionate local guides offering historical facts, recommendations, and storytelling. * **Flexible 3.5-Hour Guided Route:** A relaxed walking itinerary covering essential East and Central Berlin landmarks with built-in rest breaks. * **Free Cancellation:** Enjoy the flexibility to cancel up to 24 hours prior to the tour start time. * **Small Group Comfort:** Individual and small-group booking limits ensure an interactive, personal experience. * **City Recommendations:** Personal insights from your guide on local food, culture, and places to visit after the tour. **Price:** Tip based free walking tour. A small optional €3 contribution can be made to confirm your booking. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Please Note:** Beyond Meetup, our tours are published on several booking platforms. Rest assured, your group will have plenty of fellow participants! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-
City Walk Berlin | 5.10. | & optional Blind Walk experience
Mon, Oct 5, 3:15 PMBerlin City Walk - [urbanjoy.de/walk](https://urbanjoy.de/walk) \>\>\> CONFIRMATION OF PARTICIPATION Participation **ONLY** after prior message to yes@urbanjoy.de or t.me/joejung After our wonderful city walk experiences in the past, we're treating ourselves to another round. From Paul-Lincke-Ufer 40, meeting point urbanjoy.de/walk we walk through Xberg-Neukölln in Berlins inner city and back. We leave on time. German style! You also have the opportunity to participiate the special variation "Blind Walk Moments" - It's a 3 people playful experience where 2 people guide and steer 1 person in between them that has their eyes closed. Imagine having an adventurous conversation amongst 3 people in are dark but protected state. Try it out, if you dare. We look forward to a wonderful time in Berlin's urban landscape with old and new friends. Come solo, in duos, trios or in large numbers and let's enjoy the fresh Berlin air. The event is free of charge. Donations to support the organization are welcome here > [Donations](https://paypal.me/unitydomeberlin) Best wishes, Your Berlin City Walks Team Any questions?! yes@urbanjoy.de t.me/joejung \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ english above \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ deutsche Bescheibung \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ \~ **Berliner StadtSpaziergang** \>\>\> NUR MIT TEILNAHMEBESTÄTIGUNG Teilnahme nur nach vorheriger Nachricht an yes@urbanjoy.de oder t.me/joejung Nach unseren wundervollen Spaziergängen der Vergangenheit gönnen wir uns einen weiteren City Walk Vom Paul-Lincke-Ufer 40, direkt am Landwehrkanal startrn wir unseren KiezSpaziergang durch Kreuz-Kölln (Kreuzberg & Neukölln) und kehren am Ende des Spaziergangs auch hierhin zurück! Wir starten pünktlich - typisch deutsch ;) Mehr/regelmäßige Infos findest Du auch hier: [urbanjoy.de/walk](https://urbanjoy.de/walk) oder in unserem Newsletter [urbanjoy.de](https://www.urbanjoy.de/) Klick die Links für weiteren Optionen. Es gibt auch dieses Mal wieder die Möglichkeit die besondere "Blind Walk" Variante auszuprobieren = 3 Menschen spazieren gemeinsam mit viel Raum für Gespräche und Austausch. 1 Person in der Mitte wird geführt und kann bei vollem Vertrauen, die Augen schließen. Die beiden äußeren Personen führen und geleiten die innere mit Achtsamkeit und Feingefühl und übernehmen während dieser Zeit die Verantwortung für die Sicherheit des blinden Spazierenden. Wir freuen uns auf eine schöne gemeinsame Runde in der Berliner Stadtlandschaft mit alten und neuen Freunden. Kommt solo oder zu mehrt und lasst uns die frische Berliner Luft genießen. Der Event ist kostenfrei. Spenden, um die Orga zu unterstützen sind herzlich willkommen > [Spende/t bitte hier](https://paypal-me/unitydomeberlin) Liebe Grüße Euer Berlin City Walks Team Noch Fragen?! Schreib einfach eine Nachricht hier: yes@urbanjoy.de t.me/joejung
Berlin: The Original Free Walking Tour (Evening Schedule)
Thu, Oct 8, 10:00 AM**Please Note:** Beyond Meetup, our tours are published on several booking platforms. Rest assured, your group will have plenty of fellow participants! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Discover the rich history and iconic sights of Germany's capital on [The Original Free Berlin Walking Tour](https://originalberlintours.com/tours/free-original-berlin-walking-tour/). Guided by passionate local experts, this comprehensive walking experience takes you through centuries of royal, political, and cultural history across Berlin. Starting at Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz, you will explore major landmarks, hear engaging stories, and get an authentic feel for the city's unique past and present. **5 Key Highlights** * **Brandenburg Gate & Reichstag:** Walk past two of Germany’s most famous architectural symbols of unity and government. * **Checkpoint Charlie & Topography of Terror:** Uncover Cold War secrets and learn about WWII history at key historical sites. * **Holocaust Memorial & Hitler's Bunker:** Pay respect and gain deep insights into Berlin's WWII era. * **Alexanderplatz & Nikolai Quarter:** Explore the heart of East Berlin and the city's historic birthplace. * **Museum Island & Bebelplatz:** Discover cultural hubs, including Lustgarten and the infamous Nazi book-burning site. **Inclusions** * **Expert English-Speaking Guide:** Passionate local guides offering historical facts, recommendations, and storytelling. * **Flexible 3.5-Hour Guided Route:** A relaxed walking itinerary covering essential East and Central Berlin landmarks with built-in rest breaks. * **Free Cancellation:** Enjoy the flexibility to cancel up to 24 hours prior to the tour start time. * **Small Group Comfort:** Individual and small-group booking limits ensure an interactive, personal experience. * **City Recommendations:** Personal insights from your guide on local food, culture, and places to visit after the tour. **Price:** Tip based free walking tour. A small optional €3 contribution can be made to confirm your booking. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Please Note:** Beyond Meetup, our tours are published on several booking platforms. Rest assured, your group will have plenty of fellow participants! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-
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