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Arena Berlin
Eichenstraße 4 12435 Berlin Treptow Phone: 030 – 88 70 890 www.arena-berlin.deAbout
Today, this 7,000 sqm venue at the edge of the Spree River is the site for countless concerts, fairs and parties – but the building complex in Berlin’s Treptow district was originally used quite differently: Designed by architect Franz Ahrens, the arena was built in 1927 as a bus hall for Berlin's public transport system. At the time, it was Europe's largest free-standing hall and could hold 240 buses. During the Nazi period, it was turned into a weapons arsenal. After the Berlin Wall was built in 1961, it was no longer accessible due to its location; after the German reunification, Berlin’s public transport services officially closed the building altogether. In the mid-1990ies, extensive refurbishments were carried out on the complex, and the Arena Berlin is now one of the most important venues for cultural events in the city. The Arena has been expanded over the years to include additional venues in the vicinity. The ‘Glass House’ of the Arena, a club, theatre and café, for example, is located in what was once a turner’s shop, offering panoramic views of the Spree River with its fully glazed façade. Great views can also be enjoyed from aboard the club and restaurant ship MS Hoppetosse, which is anchored along the banks of the Spree River. The ship also hosts a reggae party every Sunday, entitled ‘Yaam’. The neighbouring ship features a swimming pool in the summer with plenty of space to lay in the sun, and changes into a roofed sauna landscape in winter. Other venues of the Arena Berlin include the Arena Club, the restaurant ‘Anhalt’ and the bar ‘Freischwimmer’. The summer months are a busy time here, with concerts, parties, various annual events, like the European music festival ‘Popdeurope’, and open-air ‘Unplugged’ concerts on the pool ship. Book online infoarena-berlin [dot] de Cultural events in a listed factory building along the former GDR border The largest Soviet memorial is located in the Treptower Park – at the same time serving as cemetery for 5000 Soviet soldiers Waterfront living on the banks of the River Spree Mini-golf that's as bright as the night in Kreuzberg is long Discover Berlin from the water Stylish home accessories with a practical value: Nachacht make furniture after 8 pm From the corrugated iron palace in the O2 World Climbing experience with summit log Berlin's largest halfpipe Historic motor bikes, mopeds and bicycles For boat tours, sightseeing bus tours, attractions, museums and more. Book tickets online 4 Nights for the Price of 3. Incl. Breakfast and Berlin WelcomeCard. From hostels through luxury hotels: Find your hotel in Berlin with our best-price guarantee. Save up to 300€ on your next trip to Berlin! Incl. 200 discount offers, city map and free public... Explore Berlin! The package includes: 1 overnight stay incl. breakfast, the Berlin WelcomeCard... Subscribe here to the monthly free e-newsletter and stay informed about latest news and seasonal tips!
