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The chilling stories behind the Berlin Wall’s most daring escapes on a private walking tour. Visit Checkpoint Charlie, the East Side Gallery, and learn about the spy games played by the CIA and KGB.

Highlights

• Step back in time to the Cold War era and learn about the Berlin Wall
• Discover the chilling stories behind the Berlin Wall’s most daring escapes
• Visit Checkpoint Charlie, where U.S. and Soviet tanks once faced off
• Walk through the East Side Gallery, a vibrant canvas of art and freedom
• Uncover the spy games played by the CIA and KGB in secret safe houses

Description

Step into the thrilling era of Cold War Berlin, where espionage and danger lurked around every corner. Learn the chilling stories behind the Berlin Wall’s most daring escapes, including hidden tunnels and zip lines used by East Berliners desperate for freedom. Uncover the spy games played by the CIA and KGB in secret safe houses. Visit Checkpoint Charlie, where U.S. and Soviet tanks once faced off in a standoff that nearly sparked World War III. Walk through the East Side Gallery, where the crumbling Wall is now a vibrant canvas of art and freedom. Discover how Berlin became the frontline of the Cold War, with a city divided by ideology, espionage, and fear. Learn about the Tunnels of Freedom, where some of the most daring escapes involved digging tunnels under the Berlin Wall, with people risking their lives to flee from East Berlin. One such tunnel stretched 145 meters and was used by 57 people. Hear about the Spy Games, where Berlin was the hub of Cold War espionage. The CIA and KGB had safe houses all over the city, and real-life spies like George Blake and Günter Guillaume operated within its borders. Discover the Wall of Death, where the Berlin Wall’s 'Death Strip' was patrolled by armed guards with shoot-to-kill orders. Despite this, over 5,000 people managed to escape, while around 140 tragically lost their lives trying. Learn about the Checkpoint Charlie Drama, where in 1961, U.S. and Soviet tanks were just 100 meters apart at Checkpoint Charlie, during a confrontation that could have sparked WWIII. After 16 hours, both sides finally agreed to withdraw, averting disaster. Discover the Hidden Escapes, where some escapees crossed the Berlin Wall in the most creative ways, from building makeshift submarines to flying hot air balloons. One group even hid inside a specially built car, disguised under the seats.

Includes

Live tour guide Visit to Checkpoint Charlie Walk through the East Side Gallery

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately Bring a camera to capture your memories Carry water to stay hydrated during the tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund