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Social
Programme
12
February 2007
In
the evening of the first conference day all participants are invited
to a dinner reception at the Restaurant Theodor Tucher.
The
restaurant is famous not only for its fine food but also for its
guests, among them the former German chancellier Gerd Schröder
and George W. Bush, the US president.
The
restaurant is located in the very heart of "political"
Berlin, next to the Brandenburger Tor and the Reichstag (domicile
of the German parliament).
13
February 2007
There
is no official programme planned for the evening of the second conference
day.
We
gathered the following information for you which you might find
useful if you want to explore Berlin by yourself.
Berlin
Tours
Bus lines 100 and 200
The city centre of Berlin stretches across several kilometres, therefore
we recommend to use public transport to explore the city. There
are several routes leading along the most important sights. On their
way from Zoologischer Garten to Alexanderplatz the bus lines 100
and 200 pass many of the major tourist attractions - riding one
of these buses is just like going on a sightseeing tour.
S-Bahn lines (urban railway)
Taking the overground S-Bahn allows you to throw a first glance
on numerous great sights. The route between the stations Zoologischer
Garten and Alexanderplatz passes Tiergarten park with the Siegessäule
(Victory Column), the Reichstag (seat of the German parliament)
with its famous cupola as well as many important federal buildings.
It also rides right through the historical Museum's Island.
Movie
theatres
CineStar
Original in the Sony Center
Potsdamer Straße 4 (Sony Center)
Integrated in the futuristically styled Sony Center, the CineStar
is the only multiplex cinema exclusively showing all movies in their
original version or with subtitles.
How to get there:
From
Berlin Hauptbahnhof: take the S-Bahn in direction of Ostbahnhof
to Friedrichstraße. Change here for the S1 to Wannsee or the
S2 or S25 in direction Südkreuz. Get off at Potsdamer Platz.
Price: 6,50€
Museums
Mauermuseum
Haus am Checkpoint Charlie
Founded in 1962 next to the legendary Checkpoint Charlie border
crossing, the museum presents the history of the Berlin Wall, with
original objects from successful escapes under, over and above the
ground.
Address:
Friedrichstraße 43-45
Opening Hours: daily 9 to 22 h
Admission: 9.50 € for Adults
5.50 € for Adults For groups of at least 10 persons
How to get there: From Berlin Hauptbahnhof: take the S-Bahn in direction
of Ostbahnhof to Friedrichstraße. Change here for the U6 to
Alt-Mariendorf and get off at Stadtmitte.
There
are of course a lot of other museums in Berlin. Please check here
for an overview. But: Most of them close at 6 pm!
Show
Tanz
der Vampire (Musical)
Roman Polanski directed this "Grusical". The extraordinary
dancing scenes, the rocking ballades and the witty lyrics make this
musical a very special event. The comedy with spooky atmosphere
impresses with its cast starring the musical star Thomas Borchert
and Alexander Klaws, winner of the 1st season of Deutschland sucht
den Superstar (Germanys Pop Idol).
Place: Theater des Westens, Kantstraße 12
Time: 19:30
Price: 40€ minimum
How to get there: From Berlin Hauptbahnhof: take the S-Bahn in direction
of Westkreuz and get off at Zoologischer Garten.
Swan
Lake (Ballet)
Swan Lake had its first night in december 1997. The fact, that all
the performances thus far s have been sold out, and that a live
telecast was seen in more than one hundred French cinemas by approximately
80,000 people, gives an idea, how successful this production has
been. Tchaikovsky’s music has seldom been interpreted as subtly
as with Daniel Barenboim as conductor.
Place:
Staatsoper Unter den Linden
How to get there:
From
Berlin Hauptbahnhof: take the S-Bahn in direction of Ostbahnhof
to Friedrichstraße. Change here for the U6 to Alt-Mariendorf
and get off at Französische Straße.
Time: 19.30
Price: 20€ minimum
BlueManGroup
(Performance)
The
blue coloured artists present a breathtaking show in blue light
with extravagant performances and inventive music on self designed
instruments
Place: Theater am Potsdamer Platz
Time: 20:00
Admission: 60€
How to get there:
From
Berlin Hauptbahnhof: take the S-Bahn in direction of Ostbahnhof
to Friedrichstraße. Change there for the S1 to Wannsee or
the S2 or S25 in direction of Südkreuz. Get off at Potsdamer
Platz.
Nightwalks
Savigny-Platz
Night owls with stamina can give their undivided attention to the
interesting range of pubs around Savignyplatz in Charlottenburg.
The area consist of a great number of restaurants and bars where
everyone can meet the stars of television or Berlin's culture and
political scene. Here is the melting pot that combines symbolically
the former west and the new centre to a harmonic construction.
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Westkreuz and get off at Savignyplatz.
Hackesche Höfe
For starting your tour through Berlin's nightlife you shouldn't
miss the Hackesche Höfe. Here you will find a huge variety
of famous restaurants, bars and clubs.
For night owls there are, for example, options for the following
night walks: Along Oranienburger Straße (Mitte) between Oranienburger
Tor and Monbijouplatz there is one bar after the other, such as
the Zapata (Tacheles), Zosch, Silberstein or Hackbarth's.
Representatives of Berlin's legendary club scene, such as the Kalkscheune,
are also just around the corner. Thus the famous Tresor is not too
far away (Potsdamer/Leipziger Platz). The Heckmannhöfe and
further courtyards worth to see with galleries and cafés
are on the way to the legendary Hackescher Markt, which is a hive
of activity, not only in the Hackesche Höfe (courtyards) in
front of the station. The selection of bars and restaurants is just
about the limit.
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Ostbahnhof and get off at Hackescher Markt.
Prenzlauer Berg
The Prenzlauer Berg definitely also forms one of the most visited
areas at night. Russian and Jewish restaurants are enriching the
offer of food styles. Around the Kollwitz-Platz one can almost experience
a world trip considering the variety of existing restaurants.
Beginning your tour at Wasserturm and Kollwitzplatz the area around
Schönhauser Allee and Greifswalder Straße is one single
nightwalk. Whether Torpedokäfer or Café Soda in the
Kulturbrauerei, (a vast complex, Knaackstraße), Pasternak
or Luna-Bar, the number of Cafés and Pubs is a legend.
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Ostbahnhof to Friedrichstraße. Change there for the S1,
S2 or S25 in direction of Gesundbrunnen and change there for Ring
Bahn via Ostkreuz. Get off at Schönhauser Allee or Greifswalder
Straße.
Gendarmenmarkt
At this location the dishes of truly exclusive restaurants are very
delicious. After a special dining experience you can stroll for
nobly bars enjoying the unique sight. If you are lucky you even
might meet a famous star or politician that is appreciating the
Gendarmenmarkt just as well.
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Ostbahnhof and change at Friedrichstraße for the U6 to
Alt-Marienfelde. Get off at Französische Straße.
Nikolaiviertel
In the small lanes of the historical Nikolaiviertel (Nikolai quarter)
the traditional Berlin returns to life. Mitte's taverns and bars
are waking local traditions due to their old-fashioned atmosphere
and the typical homemade dishes served. Especially tourists are
appreciating this part of Berlin for its direct position beside
the Spree River and for its numerous souvenir shops. The pictured
Nikolai-church with its roots form the 13th century is one of Berlin's
oldest maintained religious buildings.
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Ostbahnhof and get off at Alexanderplatz. Go in direction of
the Berlin City Council and pass it.
Restaurants
Der
Kartoffelkeller
Albrechtstraße 14 b
Der Kartoffelkeller is located centrally in the government district,
offering about 100 dishes inspired by the potato in truly cosy surroundings.
The quality and diversity of these unique dishes have enjoyed an
excellent reputation since 1995. Multilingual menu Reservations
are recommded.
Price: 10-15€
How to get there: It is located near Friedrichstraße and in
the same street as the Hotels Albrechtshof Berlin and Allegra.
Brauhaus Lemke
Dircksenstraße, S-Bahnbogen 143
Located between Hackescher Markt and Alexanderplatz, the Lemke Brewpub
is a short walk from a number of tourist attractions including the
Hackesche Höfe, Museum Island, the Cathedral “Berliner
Dom” and the AquaDom.
Price:
10-15€
How
to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction of
Ostbahnhof and get off at Hackescher Markt.
Aigner
Gendarmenmarkt
Restaurant Aigner on Berlin's Gendarmenmarkt offers one of the most
beautiful backgrounds for a pure eating experience - with a view
of both the French and German Cathedrals.
Price: 15-20€
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Ostbahnhof and change at Friedrichstraße for the U6 to
Alt-Marienfelde. Get off at Französische Straße.
BRECHTS
Restaurant
Schiffbauerdamm 6-7
In former times Berthold Brecht´s favourite restaurant. Located
directly on river Spree. Austrian and international cuisine of high
quality is served.
Price: about 20€
How to get there: It is located near Friedrichstraße and just
around the corner of the Hotels Albrechtshof Berlin and Allegra.
Dressler
Restaurant
Unter den Linden 39
You'll find us on Unter den Linden, between the Brandenburg gate
and the National Opera House – a convenient, central location
for all those in visiting Germany’s capital on business or
just to see the sights. Restaurant or art gallery? Dressler is something
of both.
Price: 20-25€
How to get there: Take the S-Bahn from Hauptbahnhof in direction
of Ostbahnhof and get off at Friedrichstraße. It is right
at the corner Friedrichstraße/Unter den Linden.
Die
Zwölf Apostel
Bleibtreustr.
49 (S-Savignyplatz)
Georgenstraße 2 (S-Friedrichstraße)
Both of the "Twelve Apostles" are known for their stimulating
settings and their great stone-oven pizzas named for Jesus's disciples.
The Savignyplatz location in Charlottenburg is open around the clock
and offers a winter garden and outdoor dining. In Mitte, eyes are
often riveted to the frescoed, vaulted ceilings that rumble as trains
pass overhead. In each, garlands of garlic are hung along the wall
and fish and meat dishes round out the menu. No credit cards.
Price: 10-20€
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