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Where?
Near the Kochstrasse U-Bahn train station
What?
Historical Berlin Wall Crossing Point
Anything else you need to know?
The most famous of the former crossing points along the East/West German border and the site of many Eastern escape attempts. There is a museum located near the site of the checkpoint as well as a reconstruction of the original checkpoint.
Opening times?
9am - 10pm
Entrance fee?
Adult €12.50, Child €7.50
Map
Reviews of Checkpoint Charlie
Checkpoint Charlie has a rating of 80% from a total of 4 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Checkpoint Charlie
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michaelOrmonde says:
“ Didn't go into the museum as it was absolutely packed!!! I'll always remember the reaction of my friend as we approached it - "Is that it!?!" ”
Posted: on Feb 6, 2009 // Rated: |
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Cliona says:
“ Great stories and history to read about at this museum but just way too much info to get through and the museum is usually packed so you are pushed along rather than being able to take your time. It gets very hot in there as well. I would recommend the visit but prepared to get frustrated. ”
Posted: on Jul 4, 2007 // Rated: |
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valmont says:
“ This is a museum in the real sense of the word. I found it to be highly educational, utterly moving, and if I was to be honest, a little boring. It could be a little bit more interactive and and the audio tutorials tend to drag on a bit, which makes you a bit impatient but overall highly... more ”
Posted: on May 1, 2007 // Rated: |
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catarina says:
“ Read the stories about people crossing from East to West Berlin in the most creative ways and be amazed - people are brave. Really interesting historical info about the Berlin Wall and East West relations. ”
Posted: on May 1, 2007 // Rated: |
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