Echoes of Ages Past: Hidden Courtyards and Ancient Tales

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Welcome to a walk through Berlin's old streets and calm courtyards, visiting ancient passages and historic churches to uncover the city's folklore and heritage.

Along the way

Nikolaikirche (St. Nicholas Church)Begin your journey at Berlin's oldest church, the heart of the historic Nikolaiviertel.

Ephraim-PalaisDiscover this magnificent Rococo building, a former private palace, now a museum.

Propststraße & Heilig-Geist-Kapelle (Chapel of the Holy Spirit)Wander through Propststraße, one of Berlin's few remaining medieval street layouts, leading to the hidden Heilig-Geist-Kapelle.

Monbijoupark & MonbijoubrückeStroll through this tranquil park, offering picturesque views of Museum Island.

Hackesche HöfeExplore Berlin's most famous complex of interconnected courtyards.

Sophienkirche (St. Sophia Church) & SophienstraßeVisit this beautiful Baroque church surrounded by a quiet churchyard.

The route

Distance4.4 km

Walking≈ 59 min

Running≈ 27 min

Climb↑ 3 m

RouteCircular

A 4.4 km circular route from Berlin to walk, run or cycle, with 3 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 3 m in total

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StartNikolaikirche (St. Nicholas Church), Nikolaikirchplatz, 10178 BerlinOpen the start in Maps →

FinishBack where you started

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