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Weekend Tips: What to Do This Weekend in Berlin
September 25 to 27, 2026: Events, festivals, exhibitions and more things to do for your perfect weekend in Berlin. more
Die Welt der Nachrichtendienste
Date details
- Date Tuesday, 20/October/2026 19:00
- Venue Deutsches Spionagemuseum
- Address Leipziger Platz 9, 10117 Berlin-Mitte
Public transportation
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Train (S-Bahn)
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S+U Potsdamer Platz Bhf
- S1
- S2
- S25
- S26
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S Anhalter Bahnhof
- S1
- S2
- S2
- S25
- S26
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S+U Potsdamer Platz Bhf
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Underground
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Bus
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S+U Potsdamer Platz Bhf
- 200
- N2
- 300
- M48
- M85
- M41
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S Potsdamer Platz Bhf/Voßstr.
- M41
- M48
- M85
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Leipziger Str./Wilhelmstr.
- 200
- M48
- N2
- 300
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Varian-Fry-Str./Potsdamer Platz
- 200
- M48
- M85
- N2
- 300
- M41
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Abgeordnetenhaus
- M41
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U Anton-Wilhelm-Amo-Str.
- M48
- 300
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S Anhalter Bahnhof
- M29
- M41
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Behrenstr./Wilhelmstr.
- 300
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Wilhelmstr./Kochstr.
- M29
- N6
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Philharmonie Süd
- M41
- 300
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Kulturforum
- M48
- M85
- N2
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U Stadtmitte
- 200
- N2
- N6
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Philharmonie
- 200
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Schöneberger Brücke
- M29
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U Kochstr. (Checkpoint Charlie)
- M29
- N6
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U Mendelssohn-Bartholdy-Park
- M29
- M41
- N1
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S+U Potsdamer Platz Bhf
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Train
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S+U Potsdamer Platz Bhf
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- FEX
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- RE20
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S+U Potsdamer Platz Bhf
The World of Intelligence Agencies
A BND Director Spills the Beans …
Intelligence agencies are among the most mysterious institutions of our time. There is a great deal of speculation about them—but few people know how they actually operate.
As a former president of the Federal Intelligence Service (BND), Gerhard Schindler explains in his new book—in an accessible way and without sensationalism—how intelligence agencies gather, analyze, and evaluate information, as well as where their capabilities lie and where their limitations are. Using numerous examples, Schindler demonstrates why intelligence work is more important today than ever before and what challenges arise from cyberattacks, disinformation, artificial intelligence, and geopolitical power shifts. In doing so, he debunks myths and offers a behind-the-scenes look at a secret world.
A knowledgeable and accessible look into the world of intelligence services—and at the same time, a gripping read about power, knowledge, and responsibility.
We look forward to the enlightening insights into the shadowy realm of espionage!
PARTICIPANTS
Gerhard Schindler Former President of the BND
MODERATOR
Bernd Palenda Former Director of the Berlin Office for the Protection of the ConstitutionTranslated with DeepL
Intelligence agencies are among the most mysterious institutions of our time. There is a great deal of speculation about them—but few people know how they actually operate.
As a former president of the Federal Intelligence Service (BND), Gerhard Schindler explains in his new book—in an accessible way and without sensationalism—how intelligence agencies gather, analyze, and evaluate information, as well as where their capabilities lie and where their limitations are. Using numerous examples, Schindler demonstrates why intelligence work is more important today than ever before and what challenges arise from cyberattacks, disinformation, artificial intelligence, and geopolitical power shifts. In doing so, he debunks myths and offers a behind-the-scenes look at a secret world.
A knowledgeable and accessible look into the world of intelligence services—and at the same time, a gripping read about power, knowledge, and responsibility.
We look forward to the enlightening insights into the shadowy realm of espionage!
PARTICIPANTS
Gerhard Schindler Former President of the BND
MODERATOR
Bernd Palenda Former Director of the Berlin Office for the Protection of the ConstitutionTranslated with DeepL
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Kreuzberg Tour: Kriminell und kuschelig
Auf dieser Stadtführung der besonderen Art werfen Interessierte einen Blick hinter die Fassaden von Kreuzberg, dem internationalen Hotspot für den Berliner Lifestyle. moreabout: Kreuzberg Tour: Kriminell und kuschelig
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- Date:
- Tuesday, 20/October/2026 19:00 (252 more dates)
- Venue:
- U-Bahn-Station Kottbusser Tor. Casino 36
- Address:
- Reichenberger Straße 174, 10999 Berlin-Kreuzberg
- Price:
- from €27.10
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Mauer Tour - Schicksale & Helden
Fast 60 Jahre nach dem Bau der Mauer und 30 Jahre nach der Wiedervereinigung kommt so manch einem die Zweiteilung einer ganzen Nation vor wie ein schlechter Film. moreabout: Mauer Tour - Schicksale & Helden
- Date:
- Wednesday, 21/October/2026 11:00 (141 more dates)
- Venue:
- Berlin Nordbahnhof / An den Treppen.
- Address:
- Julie-Wolfthorn-Straße, 10115 Berlin-Mitte
- Price:
- from €27.10
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Food Tour durch Berlin-Mitte
In familiärer Atmosphäre flanieren Sie bei dieser Tour durch den Stadtteil Mitte und begegnen an fast jeder Straßenecke zum Teil haarsträubenden Geschichten. Diese werden vom Guide in bekömmlichen Häppchen gereicht - und wenn der Hunger kommt, wird eingekehrt. moreabout: Food Tour durch Berlin-Mitte
- Next date:
- XFood Tour - Berlin Mitte
- Date:
- Wednesday, 21/October/2026 11:30 (181 more dates)
- Venue:
- Barachel Café
- Address:
- Rosenthaler Straße 51, 10178 Berlin-Mitte
- Price:
- from €59.61
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Food Tour: Kreuzberg culinary
On this tour, you will discover the most important places and the biggest scandals of Kreuzberg. Be part of a 3-hour guided tour with exciting insider stories and make five culinary stops, each with an international or local delicacy. moreabout: Food Tour: Kreuzberg culinary
- Next date:
- XFood Tour - Kreuzberg kulinarisch
- Date:
- Wednesday, 21/October/2026 15:30 (181 more dates)
- Venue:
- vor dem Casino 36, am U-Bahnhof Kottbusser Tor
- Address:
- Reichenberger Straße 174, 10999 Berlin-Kreuzberg
- Price:
- from €59.61
Öffentliche Führung: Bilderkeller - Akademie der Künste Berlin
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- Öffentliche Führung: Bilderkeller
- Date:
- Wednesday, 21/October/2026 17:00 (6 more dates)
- Venue:
- Akademie der Künste - Pariser Platz
- Address:
- Pariser Platz 4, 10117 Berlin-Mitte
- Price:
- from €10.75
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