Berlin — Queer City Weekend

Gay Berlin is the destination in Germany for many queer travelers, and for good reason. Hardly any other city combines such a long gay history with a scene that is now spread all over the city. The traditional heart of Schöneberg lies around Nollendorfplatz, the rainbow neighbourhood. In Motzstraße and Fuggerstraße, one bar follows the next, plus cafés, trendy shops and several hotels aimed at gay guests. As early as the 1920s, the neighborhood was considered a queer neighborhood, and this history is still noticeable today.

However, no one who is looking for nightlife is tied to Schöneberg. The big clubs are located in Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain, and it is precisely the techno scene that has shaped Berlin's international reputation. For a first visit, Schöneberg or Kreuzberg is a good base, because both the bars and the clubs can be reached quickly from there; those who plan museums and sightseeing live more centrally in Mitte. Berlin is suitable as a travel time all year round, but the city is most lively in summer. The highlight is Christopher Street Day, which will take place on July 25 in 2026 and bring hundreds of thousands onto the streets. If you come at this time, you should book the accommodation early. Berlin is considered one of the most open cities in Europe, and you'll quickly notice that in everyday life.