Discover the African Quarter
Join us on an alternative guided tour in Berlin-Wedding. Find out more about the historical connection between the street names and the former German colonies. Learn unexpected facts about German colonial rulers and exciting stories about courageous resistance fighters from the African continent.
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Your experience
- Discover the so-called African Quarter in Berlin on our special city tour.
- Join us on an enriching tour that leads along seven stations.
-Immerse yourself in the fascinating past of this area monument and learn how colonial narratives reverberate in the present through allotment associations and supermarkets.
- Our interactive tour promotes awareness and understanding of topics such as street renaming, everyday racism and colonial continuities. Book now for an unforgettable experience: your key to a deeper insight into the capital's history and identity.
Take a step back in time and explore the African Quarter and its fascinating history. Find out why the streets in Wedding are named after African cities or countries such as Togo, Cameroon or Windhoek. Discover how the African continent has influenced German history over the last 500 years. Exchange views on the topic of street renaming and learn about the resistance against German colonial rule through pioneers such as Rudolph and Emily Manga Bell, Anna Mungunda or Cornelius Fredericks. Experience a change of perspective as we discuss the impact of past events on today.
- Tip for the tour guides
- Transportation from or to your own accommodation
- Drinks or snacks
- Rain or sun protection
Select an available date and time.
Group tours
Get out of the office or classroom! Take your friends and family on an exciting weekend trip! Come and experience a tour that will give you plenty to discuss and stimulate you.
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Our tour guides
We look forward to getting to know you on a tour!
Thil
Desmond
Tanay
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You can postpone the date. Just write us an e-mail in advance with your order number and the desired alternative date.
Cancellation up to 24 hours before the start with refund, minus a service fee of 20% of the ticket price.
Comfortable shoes, possibly a hot drink in a thermos flask or refreshing drink. Umbrella or sun protection depending on the weather.
We recommend participation from the age of 14.
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