Headline
Tourists to become Berlin’s new litter pickers
Trashy or ingenious? Berlin plans to lure tourists with vouchers to collect litter from the Spree.
Thursday, February 26
96% of Spree litter is plastic
Researchers have been amazed by high waste values in a study of Berlin’s river, finding that most […]
Friday, September 19
Two World War II bombs, more than 20,000 evacuated across Berlin
Two separate WWII bombs were discovered in Berlin, leading to the forced evacuation of over 20,000 residents […]
Water wars
Swimming in the Spree? Berlin’s great debate continues
Speedo-clad swimmers take to the Spree, defying a century-old swimming ban in a playful act of protest.
Friday, 16 May
Swimming in the Spree? Berlin-Mitte plans bathing area for 2026
Mitte’s district official pushes for a pilot bathing spot in the Spree- but water quality, shipping routes, […]
Object lesson
The distinctive pavement pattern of Berlin
Next time you're walking in Berlin, take a moment to consider the hidden history behind the pattern […]
