Walking tour of Dahlem in Berlin: villas & knowledge
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About this Tour
Experience an exciting walking tour of Dahlem in Berlin and discover one of the greenest and most historic areas of the capital. Between magnificent villas, historic estates and modern science, a city tour full of contrasts awaits you.
You'll explore wealthy Dahlem as a traditional villa location, visit the Dahlem domain with its mansion from 1560 and take a look at the eventful history of Freie Universität Berlin. This tour combines nature, culture and contemporary history in southwestern Berlin — ideal for anyone who wants to get to know Berlin away from the well-known hotspots.
Details to remember
What to bring to the tour?
- Comfortable shoes for longer walks
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Drink as needed
What is included in this tour?
- Guided tour of Dahlem
- Exciting background information on history, architecture and science
- Local guides with in-depth knowledge
- Common start and end point at Dahlem-Dorf underground station
Team events and private groups
Steps of the tour
- Meeting point at Dahlem-Dorf underground station (forecourt, above ground, main exit)
- Welcome and introduction to the history of Dahlem
- A walk through the green quarter with insights into the development from a manor to a villa location
- Visit to the Dahlem domain with information about the historic manor house and open-air museum
- Architectural highlights of selected villas from 150 years of construction history
- Background information on Dahlem's role as a research location
- Insights into the history and architecture of Freie Universität Berlin
- Joint conclusion at Dahlem-Dorf underground station (Königin-Luise-Straße)
- Note: During the guided tour, we cover several distances on foot. The tour may not be barrier-free.
Who should take part in this tour?
This city tour in Dahlem is ideal for people interested in Berlin, fans of architecture and history, and anyone who wants to discover green districts with a cultural depth. Also suitable for visitors who want to experience Berlin from a new perspective.
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