For 28 years, the Berlin Wall was a symbol of the Cold War. By bike, you discover well-preserved sites that serve to remind you how the city was torn in two. Your comprehensive tour brings you to some of the most important historic landmarks.
Beginning with the ideological differences between East and West, we will take you through the foundations of the Cold War, the Berlin Airlift and the division of Germany. We will stop at the Palace of Tears, a Checkpoint for visitors from the West entering East Berlin, before riding along the route of the Berlin Wall, stopping at memorials, the former âDeath Stripâ and East German Watchtowers. Youâll hear how the CIA, KGB and Stasi truly made Berlin the âCapital of Spies.â
Along the way your expert guide provides you with historical context to aid you in your understanding. With the CIA, KGB, and Stasi all having operated in the area, you're sure to hear fascinating anecdotes about one of the most intriguing periods of espionage in history.
