One of three border crossings controlled by the Americans was the Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin.

It was the most famous border crossing in Berlin which was used only by foreigners, diplomats and members of the Allied forces. The border crossing gained its fame shortly after the wall was built in 1961.

Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin

Location & Sights nearby

Checkpoint Charlie is located in the Berlin Mitte district, just around the corner of Friedrichstraße.
In the immediate vicinity you will find the Mauermuseum - Haus am Checkpoint Charlie. It documents the history and events of the Berlin Wall, escapes and the worldwide non-violent struggle for human rights. A few steps away you can visit the Panorama Asisi, BlackBox Cold War and the Trabi Museum.
Many cafés invite you for coffee. Potsdamer Platz, the Currywurst Museum and the Museum of Communication are also within walking distance.

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Brief history Checkpoint Charlie

It almost came to a third world war here. American and Soviet tanks with live ammunition took up position after US forces were asked to identify themselves as they passed the checkpoint. Today Checkpoint Charlie one of the most famous sights of Berlin.
The original turnpikes and watchtowers had to give way to new replicas, but they were modeled after the original ones, including the check-in barracks, flag and sandbags. The checkpoint is becoming authentic, especially by the two guards who like to be photographed for a small fee. Checkpoint Charlie is not only the scene of the Cold War, but also a witness to numerous escape attempts from East Berlin. The "Haus am Checkpoint Charlie" and the Wall Museum are located nearby. It documents the history and events of the Berlin Wall, escapes and the worldwide struggle for human rights.
Checkpoint Charlie is an important piece of German history and a must-see on your visit to Berlin. There are only a few places that can provide such an emotionally charged atmosphere and at the same time be so oppressively real.

Checkpoint Charlie is one of Berlin's top 10 attractions.

 Address, Opening Hours …

Adress: Friedrichstraße 43-45, 10117 Berlin
Connection: U-Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie: U6, U Stadtmitte/Leipziger Straße: U6 Bus: U Stadtmitte/Leipziger Straße: 347

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