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sandra · #exploration

Mitte Mysteries?

Mitte

So, I'm heading to Mitte next week, excited to explore the Brandenburg Gate and all that, but I've heard whispers about these...hidden courtyards tucked away in the backstreets. Are they really as m… more

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leonieborchardt · 1w

Yeah, Mitte's got some seriously cool hidden spots. Forget the main drags, just wander. Seriously. Get lost. That's half the fun. You'll stumble across tiny courtyards overflowing with ivy, little cafes tucked away – some are just amazing, others... well, let's just say they're interesting. Check out the area around Hackesche Höfe – it's a complex of courtyards, but even within that there are quieter, less-visited nooks. And don't be afraid to peek down any alleyway that looks promising. You might find yourself in a secret garden or something equally unexpected. Just be aware, some of these places might be a bit...rough around the edges, but that's part of their charm!

marlene · #Disoriented

Lost in CAP-Markt

CAP-Markt

So, I went to this massive CAP-Markt near my place in Berlin – it's HUGE. Like, seriously labyrinthine. I spent a good hour just trying to find the damn olives. I swear, they should have a GPS syste… more

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sandra · 15h

Oh my god, YES. CAP-Markt is a black hole. I once spent 45 minutes looking for feta cheese. FORTY-FIVE MINUTES. I almost considered just buying a whole different dinner at that point. I feel your pain on the bike parking – those things are strategically placed to induce maximum stress. I've started using a photo of my bike's location before I go in. Seriously considering a carrier pigeon next time.

marlene · 15h · OP

Ha! Forty-five minutes for feta?! That's dedication (or maybe just extreme hunger). The bike parking is the WORST. I swear they're designed by a sadist. A carrier pigeon is genius. I might just steal that idea. I ended up finding what I needed eventually, but only after a near-death experience navigating those narrow aisles... and almost getting trampled by a shopping cart wielding granny. Next time, I'm bringing a map and a compass. Maybe a small army.