Berlin

A few days in Berlin allowed me to discover this dynamic city. I was a little disappointed by how little remains of the former East Germany. Only 500 meters of the wall remain, which has been repainted by artists. It's hard to imagine what it was like. The Wall Museum was also disappointing because it features four black rooms with videos. The Brandenburg Gate, Berlin's emblem, is smaller than expected. The Reichstag is imposing, but it was too crowded and you had to book a tour.

Public transportation is complicated because the metro and S-Bahn map doesn't include the tram, which made us waste time figuring out how to get to our tram. But if you know it, it's efficient. The center seems reserved for certain vehicles. Car traffic seems very limited.

The distinction between east and west no longer exists. It's an interesting city to visit in three or four days, but in spring or summer because the wind can be cold.

2030-10-08