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Querdenker Masche in einer Bar?
Und ich denke nur: Der war heute auf der Querdenker-Demo!
Hab ihn direkt darauf angesprochen, und das Gespräch für beendet erklärt: Er wusste angeblich nichts von einer Demo....🤔 Und hat alles verneint, mich dann noch abwertig beleidigt gegenüber der Bedienung, aber die kennt mich und ist auf meiner Seite.
2 Minuten später unterhält er sich mit dem Typen rechts von mir am Tresen und jetzt höre ich seit 20min übelste Verschwörung. Soviel kann ich hier gar nicht saufen, wie ich hier kotzen könnte, bei all dem Unsinn.
Langer Rede kurzer Sinn: ist euch ähnliches an einer Bar passiert? Heute, da die "Basis" demonstriert in Berlin? Oder generell in letzter Zeit?
Mir kommt die Situation etwas gestellt vor, zum anwerben von Mitläufern vielleicht?
Mir ist das vor ein paar Monaten im "Zum schwarzen Kater" in der Nähe vom Kotti passiert. Da hat einer angefangen über "die neuen Deutschen" zu labern und war total überrascht, dass ich nicht eingestimmt habe. Der Barkeeper hat ihm dann gesagt er soll die Klappe halten oder gehen, das war ziemlich effektiv.
Die 24/7 Bars ziehen einfach alle möglichen Leute an, vor allem nachts. Ich glaube nicht, dass das gestellt war, die suchen sich einfach ihre Gesprächspartner nach dem Zufallsprinzip aus. Wenn du da öfter bist und das Personal dich kennt, hast du schon den besten Schutz gegen solche Typen.
yeah that tracks for berlin honestly. had a similar thing at späti am maybachufer a few weeks back, some guy started ranting about "fremdverschuldet" while i was just trying to buy a beer. the späti guy just ignored him and slid me my change like nothing happened.
the staged recruitment thing feels a bit unlikely tbh. those types are usually just looking for anyone who'll listen, and the 24/7 bars after demos are prime territory for it. they're not subtle enough for a setup.
if you wanna avoid it, stick to places like wendel or hirse in friedrichshain. smaller bars, regulars only, staff actually kicks people out if they start that shit. the 24/7 spots near alex or warschauer are basically invitation for this nonsense after dark.
fuck that noise, sry that happened to you. honestly this is pretty common in certain spots, especially around alex or in neukölln where the 24/7 bars attract a mixed crowd. i've had a guy at the bar at "zur kleinen markthalle" in friedrichshain start going off about "die da oben" unprovoked, just cause i was reading a book in german. the bartender just gave him a look and he shut up.
the whole "i wasnt at the demo" thing is a classic deflection. they know they look crazy if they admit it. the staged thing to recruit people? maybe, but more likely he just found a sympathetic ear in the guy next to him. the 24/7 bars are where people go after the demos to decompress and rant, so theres prob a pattern. stick to your usual spots where the staff knows you, it makes a difference.
Things to Do in Berlin (2026)
Begin your Berlin journey at the iconic Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of unity and history. It's free to visit and open 24/7, located at Pariser Platz. From there, yo… 🏛️ Start at the Brandenburg Gate
Begin your Berlin journey at the iconic Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of unity and history. It's free to visit and open 24/7, located at Pariser Platz. From there, you can walk to the Reichstag Building, where you can book a free visit to the glass dome for panoramic city views.
🎨 Explore Museum Island
Museum Island is a UNESCO World Heritage site with five world-class museums. The Pergamon Museum (Bodestraße 1-3) houses the stunning Pergamon Altar, but note it will be partially closed for renovations until 2027. A day ticket for all museums costs €19, and it's best to book online in advance.
🚲 Ride Through the Tiergarten
Escape the city bustle with a bike ride through the Tiergarten, Berlin's largest central park. Rent a bike from a nearby shop like Call a Bike for around €1 per 30 minutes. The park is home to the Berlin Victory Column, which you can climb for €4 and a great view.
🍺 Visit a Traditional Beer Garden
For an authentic Berlin experience, head to Prater Garten (Kastanienallee 7-9), the city's oldest beer garden, open since 1837. A half-liter of beer costs around €4.50, and they serve classic German food like currywurst and pretzels. It's cash-only, so bring euros.
🕍 Remember at the Holocaust Memorial
The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe (Cora-Berliner-Straße 1) is a powerful, free outdoor installation of 2,711 concrete slabs. Visit the underground Information Center for a deeper understanding, open daily from 10 AM to 7 PM. Allow at least an hour for reflection.
🎭 Catch a Show at the East Side Gallery
The East Side Gallery is a 1.3 km open-air gallery on the Berlin Wall, featuring murals by artists from around the world. It's free to walk along any time. For a unique evening, book a guided street art tour that ends at a nearby bar like Yaam, a beach club with reggae music.
🍽️ Dine in Kreuzberg
Kreuzberg is the heart of Berlin's multicultural food scene. Try Markthalle Neun (Eisenbahnstraße 42-43) for street food Thursday nights, where dishes start at €5. For a sit-down meal, visit Mustafa's Gemüse Kebap (Mehringdamm 32) for a legendary €6 döner kebab.
🚇 Use Public Transit Like a Local
Berlin's U-Bahn and S-Bahn networks are efficient and easy to use. A single ticket costs €3.50 and covers all zones for 2 hours, but a day pass for €9.90 is better value. Download the BVG app for real-time schedules and ticket purchases. Always validate your ticket before boarding.
good list, i'd swap out the east side gallery daytime walk for going at sunset honestly. the light hits the murals different and it's way less crowded, plus you can grab a beer from the späti on the corner and just sit on the riverbank after. the wall art is cool but the real vibe is watching the boats and people along the water
for a food spot that's not on here, try katz orange in neukölln on weserstraße. they do these massive platters of israeli food for like €15 a person, the hummus is the best i've had in berlin and they don't take reservations so just show up around 6 to beat the line. it's a 5 minute walk from the u-bahn at hermannplatz
one thing the guide missed is that the reichstag dome booking can be a pain, you need to register on their website weeks ahead sometimes. if you can't get in, just walk over to the dachgarten at the kaufhaus des westens for a free view, it's not as high but you get a solid panorama of the city without the wait
solid list, one thing i'd add - skip the museum island day ticket if you're only hitting one or two, just buy individual entry. the pergamon altar being closed is a bummer but the neues museum with the bust of nefertiti is worth it alone, costs like €12
for a quieter beer garden than prater, try schleusenkrug near the zoo, right on the landwehr canal. same price range but way less touristy and you can watch the boats go through the lock
also the u-bahn validation thing is serious, plainclothes inspectors will fine you €60 on the spot if they catch you without a stamp. i've seen them do it
The guide's right about Prater being cash-only, and that applies to a lot of smaller places in Berlin. I'd add that you should hit up the Sunday flea market at Mauerpark if you're around on a weekend. It's off the U2 at Eberswalder Strasse, free to browse, and you'll find everything from old vinyl to DDR memorabilia. The park itself gets packed with people doing karaoke in the amphitheater, which is a whole scene worth seeing even if you don't buy anything.