It is easy to see why the palaces and parks of Potsdam were designated a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1990. Not only is the city incredibly picturesque, with its many palaces, lakes, manicured gardens, statues and water fountains dotted over hundreds of green acres, but it is brimming with an equally fascinating history
It is easy to see why the palaces and parks of Potsdam were designated a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1990. Not only is the city incredibly picturesque, with its many palaces, lakes, manicured gardens, statues and water fountains dotted over hundreds of green acres, but it is brimming with an equally fascinating history
Stroll around the Dutch Quarter, an ensemble of red-brick buildings that is unique in Europe. The infamous 'Soldier King', Frederick William I, (renowned for the giant men he collected for his showcase military regiments), had the houses built in the middle of the 18th century to accommodate Potsdam's new community of Dutch artisans
See the stunning Sanssouci Palace, favourite residence of Frederick the Great, which is set in beautiful parkland scattered with temples, churches and follies
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After crossing the Glienicke 'spy swapping' Bridge we visit Cecilienhof, the manorial residence of Germany's last Crown Prince, which was used to host the Potsdam Conference in 1945. We describe the discussions that took place between Churchill, Truman and Stalin, which were to seal the fate of Cold War Europe for the next half century
The tour finishes back at our West meeting point near S+U Zoologsicher Garten Station
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"I would highly recommend this tour group and guide to anyone visiting Berlin."
Lyn, Victoria, Australia, Sep '18"Take this walking tour! You will not be disappointed..."
Carol K, USA, 31st Aug '18"She conveyed the essence of many of the memorials and sights and they came to life again..."
Steve Kukla, 28th Oct '18" Within four hours ~ 100 years of history was brought together in a way that make you yearn for more time in this beautiful city."
Jon & Leah, 21st Aug '18"It is truly an experience I will never forget..."
Richard Wong, USA, 14th Sep '18"A fascinating insight into life in Berlin during the Cold War."
Michael, Maidenhead, UK, 29th Nov '18"He brought history alive and took good care of our group."
Trevor & Christina, UK, 25th Sep '18"This man is like a walking encyclopedia, has a good sense of humor and a lovely, friendly personality! Highly recommended!"
Yuval Gelfand, Israel, 15th Sep '18"This tour was utterly brilliant, by far the best I have done anywhere in the world."
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