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Cold War & Potsdam Tours from Berlin

Step into the shadow of the Iron Curtain and walk the frontlines of post-war Europe.

After the fall of the Third Reich, Berlin became the front line of a new global conflict—the Cold War. Our Cold War & Potsdam Tours explore the dramatic history of a divided Germany, from espionage and airlifts to border crossings and summit diplomacy.

Join us as we uncover Berlin’s transformation into a Cold War flashpoint—and travel west to the city of Potsdam, where the Allies shaped the post-war world at the 1945 Potsdam Conference. These tours provide an in-depth examination of the ideological, political, and personal struggles that defined the second half of the 20th century.

Led by a professional historian, you’ll walk the real sites of Cold War drama, explore historic decisions that shaped Europe’s future, and see how Berlin and Potsdam still carry the imprint of occupation, division, and reunification.

Cold War & Potsdam Tours

Blitz Krieg to Berlin Wall

  • Explore Berlin’s most pivotal moments from WWII to the Cold War. Walk through the 20th Century’s most influential history at sites like the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Berlin Wall, Holocaust Memorial, and Checkpoint Charlie. This tour offers more than sightseeing; it offers an understanding of the events that shape so much of modern geopolitics.

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Tears, Tunnels and Triumphs

  • Explore Potsdam's rich historical landscape. This tour weaves through the eras of Prussian kings, Nazi and Stasi oppression, and Cold War spies. See where history was made and how these events shaped Europe.

    This immersive tour promises a comprehensive understanding of Potsdam's past and connects you to the enduring legacy of these historical moments in today's world.

Kaiser to Cold War - The Birth of Germany

  • Explore Potsdam's rich historical landscape. This tour weaves through the eras of Prussian kings, Nazi and Stasi oppression, and Cold War spies. See where history was made and how these events shaped Europe.

    This immersive tour promises a comprehensive understanding of Potsdam's past and connects you to the enduring legacy of these historical moments in today's world.

Why Choose Us?

  • Led by experts with deep knowledge of Seelow Heights and the Battle of Berlin.

  • Small group size ensures an intimate, personalized experience.

  • We bring Berlin's history to life through immersive storytelling.

  • Engage in discussions and ask our guides anything about this pivotal battle!

Let’s build the perfect tour for you — get in touch to start planning

Contact us.

info@onthefront.com
+49 (0)152 0468 9477
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Flequently Asked Questions

  • Our Cold War tour visits key sites that tell the story of Berlin’s post-WWII division and the global East–West conflict: Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall, Soviet and Allied sectors, escape points, Stasi operations, and Cold War standoffs like the 1961 tank face-off at Friedrichstraße.

  • The Potsdam tour includes a guided visit to Cecilienhof Palace, where the 1945 Potsdam Conference took place, and stops at the Glienicke Bridge (Bridge of Spies), former Soviet command posts, and Cold War-era border zones. You’ll also get time to explore the historic Old Town.

  • Depending on the tour type, we’ll either take a scenic regional train (public tours) or travel by private vehicle (private/custom tours). Travel time is around 40–50 minutes each way.

  • Yes — especially in Potsdam. The end of the Second World War and the beginning of the Cold War are directly linked. The Cold War Berlin tour also connects the dots between Nazi defeat, Allied occupation, and Berlin’s division.

  • Yes. While the subject matter is complex, it’s presented in an engaging and age-appropriate way. Teens in particular often find it fascinating, especially with the spy stories and dramatic escapes over the Wall.

  • The Cold War Berlin tour involves ~4 km of walking on mostly flat ground. Potsdam includes more standing and some palace interiors. If you have mobility concerns, let us know — we’re happy to adjust the pace where possible.

  • Yes. Both tours are available as private experiences, fully customisable to your interests and schedule. They're ideal for families, educational groups, or Cold War-era veterans.

  • All tours are led by a professional guide and historian with years of experience leading Cold War and WWII tours in Berlin and beyond.