Private tour in Berlin Hilke G
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Working as a certified Berlin guide for over 30 years I'm very happy to share with you my experience as a contemporary witness of life in the divided city, the amazing fall of the wall and all the changes that took and take place here in Berlin, this fantastic city with a fabulous variety of sights, museums, art galleries, shops, clubs and pubs. I studied in Berlin, Rome, Paris and Washington, graduated in art history, german history and literature, and published two books, one of them about the turkish immigrants in Berlin. Since I started to work as a certified guide in the late 80s it's a big pleasure to meet people from all over the world here in Berlin. I can offer you a program aimed at your individual interests and needs and accompany you to unusual places for an unusually normal price. You have the choice between a general overview or a theme orientated exploration of the city. Either by bus, limousine, public transport, taxi, by bicycle or to foot: You determine the form of transport. Wether for two hours or more, a day or a week, there are plenty of things to discover. A visit to Potsdam is also worthwhile. This small city with its quaint historical city center also offers an array of beautiful parks and royal palaces that belong to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. Excursions outside of Berlin are also on the agenda, for example a visit to the huge lift lock in Niederfinow, or to the royal palace in Rheinsberg or to the Spreeforest, a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. An insight into the extraordinary steer you towards the ideas behind the obvious. Always competent and always witty. Graduated in art history, german history and literature Official guide-license for Memorial Concentration Camp Sachsenhausen Park Sanssouci Member of the Bundesverband der Gästeführer Deutschlands (BVGD, Federal Association of Guides in Germany) Owner of the EU-standardized BVGD-Certificate DIN EN Member of the Association of Berlin Guides, Verband der Berliner Stadtführer, Berlin Guide e.V. Editor and writer of several books/articles about Berlin topics I don't drive but I can hire a licensed driver for you.
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A driver carrying your name plate will pick you up at the port and will bring you back to the port. After a roughly 3-hour-drive we will meet in Berlin at the former Summer Residence of the Prussian Rulers close to the City Center West. Living here since I was a young student in the mid-eighties (with short breaks staying in Italy, Romania and USA) I love to share my personal memories with you and describe the special circumstances staying in the divided city, the glorious moment of the fall of the Wall and the none too easy transition to unification. Berlin is a unique place in Germany and I really want that you get a feel of it. The presence is not understandable without the past. The worst part in german history is of course the Nationalsocialist Dictatorship. We'll visit the most important areas connected to this time of persecution and murdering. After the war in rubbles and divided, Berlin became a symbol of the Cold War in Europe. No need to say that you'll also visit remaining pieces of the Wall.
Hilke was fantastic. She is quite colorful and funny, and she kept us laughing with some of her stories/antics. We hit all of the major attractions in Berlin, and with detailed information about each. I would absolutely recommend a tour from her.
Hilke’s driver was prompt to pick us up and went out of his way to get a step stool to help me get in to the van. Hilke was very knowledgeable about the history of Berlin and what led up to WW 11 and the Berlin Wall. It is not a simple explanation and Hilke tied everything together for us. She also took us to a Beirgarden for lunch so we could sample authentic German wursts. We came away with a better understanding of how Hitler came into power and WW1 and WW 11 and the putting up and removal of the Berlin Wall. Hopefully, we can all learn from this dark part of history.
Our family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our Berlin tour with Hilke. Our transportation from the cruise port was on time and a nice vehicle. We were promptly met by Hilke once we arrived in Berlin and she provided an insightful, informative and interesting tour. Her sense of humor and personal experiences were a bonus. She also took us to an excellent Berlin outdoor restaurant for a true taste of local cuisine. I would highly recommend her services. Thanks Hilke!
Hillel was simply fantastic. Detailed knowledge of all of Berlin both past and current. Went out of her way to meet all of our needs. Would highly recommend. She was such a pleasure to have as our guide. Hope to see her again.
Hilke was a WONDERFUL guide who made the very most of the six short hours we had available to see a few of the highlights of Berlin. Her courteous driver swiftly delivered us to the city and back to the port of Warnemunde. Hilke's choice of places to visit, and her knowledge of the history of the city, especially during the Third Reich, the Cold War and other periods, was simply superb, as was her effortless command of English. It is hard to imagine a better guide to the highlights of vibrant Berlin.
A lovely day, and a fantastic job!! Thank you, Hilke!!
- Palace of Charlottenburg - West-Berlin city center around the Zoo, the Memorial Church and Kurfürstendamm, the "Kaufhaus des Westens" - The Brandenburg Gate - The new government quarter - The Memorial to the Murdered Jews in Europe - The Potsdamer Platz area - Hitler's bunker area and the former quarter of national socialist institutions and ministries, part of it is the exhibition site "Topography of Terror" (outside) - A piece of the Wall and the famous "Checkpoint Charlie" - The Boulevard Under the Linden and the historical city center: Forum Fridericianum, the Museum Island, the Palace square, the Humboldt Forum (outside) - Alexanderplatz - The former jewish quarter with the New Synagogue (outside) - The Bernauer Straße Wall Memorial If you know Berlin already or you have special interests feel free to ask for a customized tour.
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