Berlin. You want to discover the street art of Berlin on your own? Walk through the city at your own pace? Then you are right here. Because I have compiled for you a street art map for Berlin Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. You will see a total of 32 murals on a route of about 14 kilometers. Some of them belong to the most famous of all Berlin, such as the Astronaut / Cosmonaut by Victor Ash or The Pink Man by the artist BLU.

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Street Art Map for Berlin Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg with 32 Murals

Length of the tour: about 14 kilometers
Duration: on foot about 4-5 hours
Start: Ostkreuz S-Bahn station
End: Underground station Gleisdreieck

Practical: In the Street Art Map you can see not only where the mural is located in Berlin. You can also see a small preview image and the exact address by clicking on it with the mouse. The tour starts on the far right. The tour ends at the bottom left.

Tip: The street art tour with the map through Berlin Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg can be perfectly combined with a visit to the RAW area and / or the East Side Gallery. And if you want to see more street art, you can continue from the end point at the subway station Gleisdreieck to the URBAN NATION Museum in Schöneberg.

Take a look from time to time. Because there are always new murals in Berlin, which I will then add to my street art map and here on the blog. Have fun with your tour, browsing and discovering.

Michelle Tombolini: Butterfly

The first mural in my Street Art Map Berlin is by Michelle Tombolini. The Venetian has pasted a butterfly child with big light blue wings as a paste-up on the wall. The girl's mouth is closed with a black cross. In a state of no self-expression, it triggers strong emotions in the viewer. The mural should be seen as a memorial against child pornography and human trafficking.

Butterfly is part of Tombolini's Indelible Marks project, which is dedicated to abused children. In his project, he combines art and technology to create a work of art that is both physical and virtual. On the sign at the bottom right there is also a reference to the free app "EXPERENTI". This allows you to interact directly with the artwork and the artist, the artwork transforms and there are also video messages on the subject. I haven't tried the app myself, so I can't tell you more at this point.

The silent cry of the butterfly girl is meant to challenge the indifference of adults. Child abuse calls for strong prevention and everyone should therefore feel responsible. The Italian branch of the international network ECPACT International has been working with Tombini since 2014. ECPACT works to protect children from exploitation.

Address: Krossener Strasse 36

Community Project – unknown Artist

The building in Kreutzigerstraße is one of the most colorful I have seen during my street art tour. It was created as a community project by the people who live here. That is, the pictures are not painted by a famous artist at all, but by the residents themselves.

Address: Kreutzigerstraße 19

Hall of Fame at the cinema Intimes

Small but nice. This applies both to the "Intimes" neighborhood cinema and to the Hall of Fame on the façade in Niederbarnimstraße. The artists use paste-ups, stickers and stencils to spread their political and socially critical messages. Some of them are very up-to-date, such as a red heart with a gold-colored mouth guard or a Corona Virus to cuddle with.

Address: Boxhagener Str. 107 / corner Niederbarnimstraße

By the way: The small cinema, founded in 1909, is the oldest continuously screened cinema in Berlin. It presents arthouse films and documentaries. The cinema was rebuilt in 2019/20 and reopened under a new operator after the lockdown in spring 2021.

Arsek Erase, HRVB the Weird: The Berlin Bomber

Since the beginning of 2000, Arsek and Erase have been on the road as a graffiti artist duo. Their works are mostly illustrative and surreal in nature. Typical for their murals are bright colors, fun as well as comic-like scenes influenced by nature and their surroundings. The Bulgarian artists realized "The Berlin Bomber" during the Berlin Mural Fest 2018. The bear riding on a yellow Berlin subway was additionally tattooed on the arm by the artist HRVB the Weird at the end.

Address: Warschauer Strasse 9

MTO: There's No Such Thing As Bad Publicity

The French artist Mateo Lepeintre aka MTO thematizes with his mural the use of street art for commercial purposes. But first a story: until 2015 there was a very famous mural on the Cuvry wasteland in Kreuzberg. It was three huge white figures with masks and golden watch handcuffs. Maybe you still know it. Painted by the famous Italian artist BLU in 2007, the mural was an extremely popular photo motif as well as a landmark of the embattled Cuvry wasteland. Because from 2015 apartments were to be built here. It is said that BLU had his work painted over with black paint. He wanted to make sure the system couldn't use his mural to sell apartments.

When MTO got its wall during the 2018 Mural Fest, a large scoreboard was already in place here. It's almost hard to tell, but the lowest of the yellow-framed panels is "real" and even lit with two lamps. He finally took this opportunity to denounce the use of street art murals for commercial purposes. It is well known that large-scale murals are attracting increasing interest from city councils and investors. That's because city- or brand-sponsored facade murals make lower-cost residential areas more attractive. Rents go up, street art tourists come, galleries open, and so on. MTO refuses this process and wants to fight against it. For this he shows openly political and contextual content in his murals.

Address: Warschauer Str. 58

One Truth: Swiss Knife

One Truth brothers Pase and Dr. Drax have painted a huge 25-meter-high wall near the East Side Gallery. The mural shows a large Swiss Army Knife with its feet covered in graffiti by local artists. One Truth plays on the stereotype of Switzerland in his painting.

Address: Revaler Street 1

Alice Pasquini: Suspended

The mural "Suspended" is located in a backyard opposite the East Side Gallery. Italian artist Alice Pasquini painted six portraits of a young woman here in six days. Her style - the watercolor technique - is unmistakable. Also typical of Pasqiuni is that her art focuses on depicting people and relationships. Her six portraits show the same young woman in six different poses, each with a different facial expression. Her mural is meant to show the strength and independence of women.

Address: Warschauer Strasse 47

BLU: The Pink Man

You can already see the artwork of BLU from the Oberbaumbrücke. It shows a pink human figure with big white eyes. On closer inspection, you will see that this figure consists of hundreds of small people. These cling to each other in fear and finally form an indefinable mass. Only one person is highlighted as an individual. He is stuck between the fingers of the monster and is probably about to be eaten by it. The artist BLU thematizes fascism with his mural.

Address: Falckensteinstraße 49

Fin Dac: Engeika

"Engeika" is the first mural by street art icon Fin Dac in Berlin. It is a beautiful example of how art can be integrated into a building - and vice versa. Because at first glance you can't see what is painted and what is part of the building. Fin Dac has perfectly integrated the two balconies into his painting. The geisha dressed in a red kimono leans against the lower balcony as if it were a small table. The mural in the Berlin backyard is part of Fin Dac's series "Hidden Beauty".

Address: Köpenicker Street 9

BLU: tear down this wall

The wall of banknotes is one of few murals of the artist BLU, which have survived to this day. Like each of his works, this one carries a profound message to the viewer's eyes. The artwork shows on the left side a gray wall that falls to the ground piece by piece. But after it was already on the ground, a new wall is created - only this time from green 100 euro bills. The mural stands for Berlin. And it raises the question of what actually happened after the fall of the Berlin Wall.

Address: Köpenicker Street 10 A

Os Gêmeos: Yellow Man

The mural "Yellow Man" by the Brazilian artist duo Os Gêmeos was created in 2007 as part of the graffiti festival Backjumps. The motto was "Turn the city into a magazine". The twins are among the most internationally known representatives in the street art scene. But despite their notoriety and high-paying commissions, their works are examples of socially critical street art, often with references to indigenous people. To the left of Yellow Man, the Berlin Kidz have also left their mark. The filigree, arabesque-looking tags are frequently seen in the Berlin cityscape. They are always in red, blue and black and stretch up the walls of the buildings like a sky ladder.

Address: Oppelner Strasse 3

Roa: Nature Morte

Admittedly, the mural does look a bit morbid: here a hare, a stork and a deer hang upside down on ropes from the roof. Among the hanging animals also lie a dead bull and a wild boar with severed head. The dead, injured or dismembered animals are a trademark of Belgian artist Roa. They are always sprayed in black and white and therefore have a high recognition value. You can see another of his paintings at Schönhauser Allee 116 in Prenzlauer-Berg.

Address: Oranienstrasse 2

Victor Ash: Astronaut/Cosmonaut

The mural in black and white stencil style shows a spaceman floating above the city or other graffiti. The Portuguese artist Victor Ash was inspired by the East-West conflict between the USA and the Soviet Union. For both states tried to be ahead in armament and space travel. However, Ash's spaceman is faceless and has no obvious nationality. Therefore, the mural also bears both the American and Russian designations for a spaceman in its title: "Astronaut/Cosmonaut." When Victor Ash created the mural in 2007 as part of the Backjump Festival, it was the largest stencil in the world, measuring 22 meters by 14 meters. And even today it is among the largest of its kind.

Address: Oranienstrasse 195

Millo: My Head is a Jungle

The Italian artist Millo has created a fire wall in Luckauer Straße as part of the Urban Nation Fest 2018. On display is a monotonous cityscape with skyscrapers and airplanes. But in the middle, a woman sits on a hairdresser's chair and has her hair washed. In the process, exotic animals fall out of her hair and the wash water slowly floods the city. Millo is known for his black and white line drawings, in which childlike figures, however, form a colorful contrast. His paintings represent childlike joy and playfulness.

Address: Luckauer Street 12

Herakut: My home might be no palace, but we can share it if you like

The Italian artist Millo has created a fire wall in Luckauer Straße as part of the Urban Nation Fest 2018. On display is a monotonous cityscape with skyscrapers and airplanes. But in the middle, a woman sits on a hairdresser's chair and has her hair washed. In the process, exotic animals fall out of her hair and the wash water slowly floods the city. Millo is known for his black and white line drawings, in which childlike figures, however, form a colorful contrast. His paintings represent childlike joy and playfulness.

Address: Luckauer Street 12

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Cryptik: Graphics

Just around the corner, on Bergfried Street, Southern California artist Cryptik created a graphic mural using the stencil technique. His works are an expression of spirituality and consciousness. Thus, this mural also features mandala-like patterns as representations of deities and spiritual guides. For Cryptik, his art is spiritual in nature. His "Mantradalas" are to be used for meditation, contemplation and also for trance. So it is about new perspectives, pausing in everyday life as well as positive karma.

Address: Bergfriedstraße 20

Emily Eldridge: The Thread that tied us together

The colorful mural was painted on April 8, 2020 - when just the lockdown because of the Corona virus has paralyzed Berlin. It is probably the newest artwork in my street art map and is titled "The red thread that holds us together". But what exactly is it that holds us together? The artist explored this question: For Emily, it is the city, the neighborhood as well as the home that binds us together. All those who live here ultimately make Berlin what it is. No matter where the individual comes from.

Address: Wassertorstraße 64

Bosoletti, Young Jarus: Daphne and Apollo

Argentine artist Francisco Bosoletti and Canadian artist Young Jarus have painted a joint mural here for Urban Nation 2018 under the motto "United". And it sets standards! Because it covers an area of 45 x 15 meters and shows the tragic love story of Daphne and Apollo. And it goes like this: Apollo has angered Eros. As a result, he shoots two arrows, one golden at Apollo and one made of lead at Daphne. With the effect that Apollo falls madly in love with Daphnie, but Daphnie feels rather the opposite. To escape Apollo, Daphne finally allows herself to be transformed into a laurel bush. As an expression of his grief over unrequited love, Apollo has worn a laurel wreath on his head ever since.

Address: Gitschiner Str. 65

Berlin Kidz - various graffiti

They are crazy, fearless and brazen. Nobody knows who they are, but their graffiti is unmistakable: filigree, arabesque-looking characters in the colors red, blue and black. There are also always little messages hidden between the tags. Their graffiti spans the facades of the highest buildings and the most inaccessible places. From the very top to the very bottom. To do this, the Berlin Kidz abseil down building roofs in spectacular actions and film themselves doing it. Tip: You can see many of their videos on You Tube.

The style of the Berlin Kidz is influenced by the beginnings of US-American graffiti. Because in the past, graffiti spraying was also considered a kind of extreme sport, was political and rebellious. Without a lot of frills around it. Their graffiti is a fight for freedom, against gentrification and surveillance. Their goal? "Fuck the system." At least that's the title of the film Thomas von Wittich made about the Berlin Kidz. You can also watch it in full length on You Tube. Here you can see the video.

You can also see more graffiti of the Berlin Kidz on the following murals: BLU: tear down this wall; Os Gêmeos: Yellow Man; Roa: Nature Morte; Victor Ash: Astronaut/Cosmonaut

Axel Void: Man is a Wolf to Man

At first, you only see the bright white lettering on the dark background. But at second glance, you recognize structures in the black surface. Then, at the third glance, the structure becomes a human being. However, only his head, his upper body bent forward and his right hand, with which he holds something, can be seen. Above this is the Latin sentence: "Homo Homini Lupus", translated "Man is a wolf to man" from the comedy "Eseleien" by the Roman poet Titus Maccius Plautus. The English philosopher Hobbes later used this phrase in his philosophical work "Leviathan." He used it to describe the human quest for power and the phrase subsequently became famous.

Address: Bergfried Street 11

Do you want to discover the street art scene in Berlin together with like-minded people on a guided tour? Then I can recommend this three-hour Street Art Tour* or the half-day Tour through the Alternative Berlin* . Both tours are in English. Do you love lost places as much as street art? Then the Tour to the former Listening Station at Teufelsberg* (in German) is made for you.

Jadore Tong: No Comment

The mural by Jadore Tong shows the three (partly former) heads of state Barack Obama, Angela Merkel and Vladimir Putin. They hold their hands in front of their eyes, ears or mouths. With this, the artist alludes to the well-known Buddhist wisdom: "See nothing (evil), hear nothing (evil), say nothing (evil)."

Address: Knight Street 12

Shepard Fairey: Make Art Not War

The mural "Make Art Not War" was created in 2014 as part of Urban Nation's "One Wall" project. Above the mural is the slogan "Make Art Not War", which is an allusion to "Make Love Not War". The latter slogan stood in the 1960s as a protest against the Cold War and the Vietnam War. Also, in the center of the painting is a rose. The stem first has rose thorns, but further down the thorns have turned into spikes of a barbed wire fence. Around the stem closes a handcuff with the inscription "Rise Above". To the left and right of the handcuff is "Eyes Open" and "Mind Open." The mural thus sends a message of peace and asks viewers to be open, tolerant as well as respectful. The handcuffed rose can be interpreted as a symbol that it is possible to rise above societal constraints.

Address: Mehringplatz 28

Don John: Hoodie

As part of Urban Nation's "One Wall" project, a mural by Danish street artist Don John was created on a house wall at Mehringplatz in 2014. The mural shows on the right side a torso in a black hoodie with his hands buried in his pockets. A head, however, does not appear to be present. A flock of colorful birds pours out of the empty hood. They fly away over the rest of the wall. Later, someone threw red paint bags at the birds, making it look as if they had been shot. However, Don John's original version had a different, friendlier character.

Address: Mehringplatz 12

Pichi Avo: Janus

This mural by Pichi Avo was also created during the second Berlin Mural Fest in 2019. The French artist is known for urban mythology. Namely, in his murals he combines street art and Greek and Roman mythology. This mural in Friedrichstraße depicts the Roman two-faced god Janus, the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time as well as duality. And what makes the painting so special is that Janus is covered in graffiti from top to bottom.

Address: Friedrichstraße 7

Mr. Aryz: Wrestlers

Spanish artist Mr. Aryz is known for his large-scale murals. He painted this mural with the fighting wrestlers during the second Berlin Mural Fest in 2019. He often paints dynamic scenes in bold colors, leaving the brushwork largely visible. He also filled the free areas with clearly visible brushstrokes. In his painting, the struggling people are representative of our society.

Address: Friedrichstraße 7

Jadore Tong: Peace Unity Love Wisdom

Next to the streetball court in Theodor-Wolff-Park an elephant plays with a balloon. He almost looks like he wants to play ball with the kids. However, the colorful elephant not only brings color to the gray wall. He also brings a message: "Peace - Unity - Love - Wisdom" is written at the bottom of the artwork. That makes it even more meaningful. Beautiful, isn't it?

The huge painting is certainly one of the most photographed murals in Berlin. It was realized in 2016 by Jadore Tong aka S.Y.R.U.S. (Save Your Rich Intouchable Soul) as a privately organized project. It took a whole 4 weeks to complete the 750 square meter painting. It covers the entire back of a typical Berlin old building with six floors. First, the outlines were painted with a paint roller and spray cans, which were then filled with wall paint. In the end, the details were finally applied with spray cans.

Address: Franz-Klühs-Straße / corner building Wilhelmstraße 7

Book Recommendations for Street Art Fans

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Jadore Tong: Mountain Ama Dablam

The sight gives one wanderlust. Especially as long as the borders are still closed because of the Corona Pandemic. The mural shows the mountain Ama Dablam in the Himalayan mountains in eastern Nepal. The main peak is 6,812 meters high, the lower west peak is 6,170 meters high. Ama Dablam means "necklace of the mother".

Address: Franz-Klühs-Straße / corner building Wilhelmstraße 7

Various artists: Tommy-Weisbecker-Haus

In 1971, the Thommy Weisbecker Haus was the first successful squat in West Berlin. In the early 1980s, it was finally recognized as a youth housing community. Today, it offers around 40 teenagers and young adults the opportunity for self-determined living and working. With its numerous projects and solo events, it is also an important meeting place for the left-wing youth scene. It is named after the anarchist Tommy Weisbecker, who was shot by the police in the 1970s.

The artist and former social worker Andreas Dornbusch was in charge of the facade paintings. Completed in 1989, the paintings are thoroughly political and also reminiscent of left-wing protest slogans and symbols. They take up the themes of war, nuclear power, capitalism, the dumbing down of people by the mass media, and liberation through a return to nature. The left side of the house is also open to various graffiti artists today as a Hall of Fame.

Address: Wilhelmstraße 9

James Bullough, Telmo Miel: unified

Berlin-based artist James Bullough and Dutch artist duo TelmoMiel completed their mural "unified" in May 2018 as part of Urban Nation's "One Wall" project. It shows one person, but composed of body parts of different people of different nationalities. James Bullough is known for large-scale works with strong contrasts. In this artwork, he combines realistic portraiture and stylized distortions.

Address: Bernburger Str. 35

CBS Crew and Kripoe: Yellow Fists

The CBS Crew (CBS stands for Cowboys) and the artist Kripoe have distributed their Yellow Fists in Berlin between 1995 and 2005. And they did so in the most impossible and inaccessible places in the city. Their bright yellow fists stand as a symbol of anarchy and rebellion. Even though the last of them were created in 2005, many of them are still well preserved.

Address: At the elevated railroad at Tempelhofer Ufer / corner of Anhalter Steg.

Interbrigadas e.V.: Revolt of the Colors

Now you have arrived at the last mural of my street art map. It was created as part of the project "Uprising of Colors" by Interbrigadas e.V. in the summer of 2009 and is one of the largest murals in Berlin. It measures 600 square meters and is located on the side of the Mercure Hotel in Berlin Mitte. A total of eight artists from South America and Berlin were involved. The picture is therefore also a colorful mix of motifs and connects the different cultures. You can see figures of different origins, for example Karl Marx or a sexy Indian woman. Her arm turns into a branch holding a spray can in her hand. Besides the jungle and exotic animals, a city with skyscrapers is also growing. On the other side there are charming little houses and a bodega. And of course, the Berlin TV tower can't be missing either. Finally, hovering above it all is a red-and-white striped zeppelin trailing a banner that reads "Interbrigadas."

Address: Luckenwalder Str. 11

Here your street art tour in Berlin continues:

So, here at Gleisdreieck is the last mural in my street art map for Berlin Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. I hope you enjoyed the tour. Do you want to see more Berlin street art? Then continue here to the Graffiti Skyscrapers in Art Park Tegel and to another Street Art Walk in Berlin-Bülowstraße.

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An industrial Wasteland becomes a Hotspot for Urban Art

Dilapidated brick buildings, railroad tracks running nowhere and empty factory halls give lost place a romantic come to life. Anyone entering the RAW site in the trendy Friedrichhain neighborhood for the first time will be overwhelmed. It is colorful, anarchic and always new and different. A world of its own. Between ivy-covered walls and broken windows, graffiti, paste-ups and stickers have the RAW site firmly in their grip - urban art wherever you look.It almost seems as if all the paint is holding the ramshackle buildings together in the first place.

The "Urban Spree", a 1,700 square meter hotspot for urban art in Berlin, has been created on the RAW site. Urban Spree organizes exhibitions, workshops and concerts. There is also an art market and a small beer garden for refreshments. Urban Spree also includes the 400 sqm Urban Spree Gallery with independent exhibitions of contemporary urban art. The flagship of Urban Spree is the so-called Artist Wall,a 15-meter long and 8-meter high wall facing Warschauer Straße. Here you can see ever-changing paintings. Please klick on the placeholder to see the pictures:

History of the RAW Site

RAW stands for Reichsbahnausbesserungswerk. It opened in 1867 under the name "Königlich Preußische Eisenbahnwerkstatt Berlin II" and belonged to the Prussian Eastern Railway. After the end of the monarchy in 1918, it was then renamed "Reichsbahnausbesserungswerk". During World War II, almost 80% of the site was destroyed in air raids in 1944. After the end of the war, the plant was finally rebuilt and given the name "Reichsbahnausbesserungswerk (RAW) Franz Stenzer" in 1967. Stenzer was a communist Reichstag deputy and Bavarian railroad worker who was murdered in the Dachau concentration camp. After German reunification, however, there were too many railroad repair shops. Therefore, the workshops on the RAW site were gradually shut down. Between 1995 and 1999, everything finally stood still on the site. But in the summer of 1999, the RAW-Tempel e.V. association began leasing the site and adapting it for interim use. Art, culture, clubs and gastronomy found a place here on the old industrial wasteland where they could realize themselves.

And what's next for the RAW Site?

Since April 1, 2015, the Kurth company has been the owner of the 52,000 square meter site. According to the Kurth company, the future orientation of the site is to tie in with its decades-long function as a central, mixed-use neighborhood. We shall see. As is often the case in Berlin, everything here revolves around one topic: the threat of gentrification of entire city neighborhoods.

How to get there:
Revalerstrasse 99, Friedrichshain
S-/U-Bahn station Warschauer Straße

Tip: The East Side Gallery is not far from the RAW area. You can combine the visit of these two urban art hotspots in Berlin.

Do you want to discover the street art scene in Berlin together with like-minded people on a guided tour? Then I can recommend this three-hour Street Art Tour* or the half-day Tour through the Alternative Berlin* . Both tours are in English. Do you love lost places as much as street art? Then the Tour to the former Listening Station at Teufelsberg* (in German) is made for you.

Book Recommendations for Street Art Fans

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Here you can find more Urban Art

You want to see more street art in Berlin? Then continue here with a visit to Haus Schwarzenberg in Berlin Mitte and to the Graffiti Skyscrapers in Art Park Tegel.

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Smallest and most popular Street Art Hotspot in Berlin - Haus Schwarzenberg.

The inconspicuous archway, right next to Café Cinema, is easy to miss. And as soon as you've taken three steps into the passageway, you'll only continue at a snail's pace. Because already here in the archway graffiti, paste-ups and stickers fight for your attention. After a few meters, a long courtyard opens up. To the left and right, the walls are painted or pasted up all over. You'll find artwork in all styles and sizes. New ones are added all the time, old ones are painted or pasted over. So the walls show you a different face with every visit. Take your time to explore the smallest and probably most popular street art hotspot in Berlin!

And when you're done with the passage and the inner courtyard, then continue in the legendary staircase of Haus Schwarzenberg: This is the door on the right in the first courtyard. I have never seen so many stickers! After that, there is a second courtyard to discover. This one is just like the first one painted all over with graffiti and co.

Haus Schwarzenberg is more than "just" Street Art

But Haus Schwarzenberg is more than "just" a street art hotspot. It is a unique microcosm in the middle of the "mainstream chic" of the Scheunenviertel at Hackescher Markt. The building, which has been a listed building since 1995, is a place for culture and independent art.It stands as a symbol for freedom, against mainstream and gentrification.And probably exactly because of that it is a tourist magnet and a pilgrimage site for all street art fans.

In the Schwarzenberg House there is the Neurotitan Gallery and Shop.Since 1996, the gallery has been organizing new exhibitions on a monthly basis. Here lovers of street art, illustration, urban art and comics get their money's worth. The Neurotitan Shop offers a wide selection of art, books, curios and gift ideas.

The portrait of Anne Frank by Jimmy C. in his distinctive drop style also invites you to visit the exhibition "All about Anne" in the Anne Frank Center. You can also get to it via the right staircase in the first courtyard.

In the second backyard is the club Eschschloraque Rümschrümp.It is one of the last bastions of Berlin's underground and sees itself as a refuge for free (life) art and alternative club culture. Don't miss it!

Finally, another highlight is hidden in the basement of the building: the monster cabinet of the Berlin artist group Dead Chickens. It is a whimsical collection of mechanical and computer-controlled monster robots. The cabinet opened in 2010. Previously, the monsters lived in an old factory building in Berlin Schöneweide.

What does the Name "Schwarzenberg" mean?

A bizarre story gave Schwarzenberg its name: In the Erzgebirge, there is a town and a district called Schwarzenberg. At the end of the Second World War, due to a misunderstanding, the Allies advanced from both directions only to the borders of Schwarzenberg. Schwarzenberg thus remained unoccupied for six weeks and called itself the "Free Republic of Schwarzenberg". But in the end it was occupied by Soviet troops. Can there be a more fitting name for this little microcosm at Hackescher Markt?

Tip: You need a break after all these impressions? Then I recommend the traditional Café Cinema in the front building. It was founded on October 2, 1990, a few hours before the German reunification. In summer it also has benches in the courtyard of Haus Schwarzenberg.

How to get there

Address: Rosenthaler Straße 39 in Berlin Mitte.
Directions to get there: S-Bahn station Hackescher Markt or U-Bahn station Weinmeister Straße. The Tram line 1 stops almost directly in front of the entrance.

Do you want to discover the street art scene in Berlin together with like-minded people on a guided tour? Then I can recommend this three-hour Street Art Tour* or the half-day Tour through the Alternative Berlin* . Both tours are in English. Do you love lost places as much as street art? Then the Tour to the former Listening Station at Teufelsberg* (in German) is made for you.

Book Recommendations for Street Art Fans

You like to browse through illustrated books for new murals or artists you don't know yet? You love to discover the street art scene of other cities? Then I can recommend these books. Click on the picture to get to Amazon, where you can order the books. If you buy something through one of these affiliate links, I get a small commission and you help me to keep filling Fernweh-Motive with interesting articles. The product will not be more expensive for you.

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Tips for further reading & viewing

You love street art? Then take a look at my articles about Street Art in Kiev and in La Paz. Both cities have very different murals - but both are equally impressive.

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Where is Edinburgh's Ghost Island Cramond?

Cramond Island is one of several islands in the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh.It is about 500 meters long and has an area of 7.70 hectares. As a tidal island, Cramond is connected to the mainland at low tide and can be reached either through the mudflats or via a concrete walkway about 1.1 km long.

What is there to see on the Ghost Island Cramond?

Today the island is deserted, but in both world wars it was part of a network of gun batteries and searchlights on the Fifth of Forth.The aim was to protect the anchor bay and the naval base Rosyth from enemy attacks. Most of the buildings you can see on the island date from the Second World War.

The island is often called ghost island. But I have not been able to find any ghost stories that directly affect the island. So the name is more likely based on the fact that the island is deserted and no longer used by humans. Except as a destination for excursions.And as such it is very popular especially with locals. For tourists, however, it is rather an insider tip.Because most people concentrate more on the well-known highlights in the old town of Edinburgh, a trip to Cramond Island is on the to-do list for few.

Strange Wall made of Concrete Teeth

The dam that connects the island with the mainland is lined with concrete teeth. These massive piers stand close together and are a good 4 meters high. They stand out from afar and are among the most bizarre things you can see in Scotland. A "must see" for all lovers of lost places and photographers. I couldn't stop photographing the concrete pillars from all imaginable angles.

The pillars are a relic from the Second World War. They are part of a larger boat barrier, which included submarine nets. The purpose of the concrete teeth was to prevent enemy torpedo boats from passing through to the anchorage bay and the naval base Rosyth. On their sides, narrow slits can still be seen, in which concrete beams formed a continuous wall. The barrier is often called a submarine barrier. But the barrier was intended for normal boats, because the water here is not deep enough for submarines.

Relics from the Second World War

Besides the bizarre boat barrier, there are other relics from the Second World War on the island, including several bunkers. But the island was already used for military purposes in the First World War Already in 1914 a submarine network was stretched from Cramond Island via Inchmickery to Inchcolm Island and the coast. Gun emplacements were also set up on the three islands.

In the Second World War the fortifications were further expanded. On the south side of the island, just behind the dam, there is a big brick building. Here a 75 mm cannon and a searchlight were installed. On the north side of the island you can explore more bunkers from the inside and outside. The positions here once guarded the Fifth of Forth. Beside the bunkers you can also see the curved Rails of a twin six-pound gun. .

The gray concrete is now also used by graffiti artists. The colors and the blooming flowers around the bunkers give a great contrast.

From the north side of the island you also have a good view of the neighboring Inchmickery Island (the ‘Battleship’ Island)which was also expanded during the Second World War for defense purposes. There are even more bunkers and other buildings on it than on Cramond. Between Cramond and Inchmickery there was a submarine network during the war. You can see the attachment point for the net in front of the shore at low tide.

Inchmickery Island is now a bird sanctuary. With a boat tour will get a little closer. Because of Covid-19 the tour was unfortunately not offered during my stay.

Ruin of the old Farm of Cramond

Sheep were already being kept on the island of Cramond in the 1790s. In the middle of the island, the ruins of a farmhouse still testify to the former agricultural use.

The farmhouse is already marked on a map from 1853, but it may be even older. Part of it was rented out as a vacation home. After the farmer died in 1904, one family even rented the whole island as a vacation home. Sheep were kept on Cramond until the 1960s. Today the ruins of the house are hidden in the small wood in the middle of the island.

Viewpoint with a View to the Forth Bridges

From the highest point of the island you have a great view of the Fifth of Forth. You can even see the famous Forth Bridge, which was opened for trains in 1890. In the other direction, the skyline of Edinburgh rises with the Granton Waterfront and the historic Gasometer from 1903.

Natur

The tidal coast is a habitat for numerous birds. At low tide, seagulls and waders find a richly set table and hobby ornithologists find great observation opportunities.During my stay I have seen the following birds: Black-headed Gulls, Great White Gulls, Oystercatchers, Grey Herons, Little Egrets, Goosanders, Eider Ducks, Great Crested Grebes, Cormorants, Mute Swans, Turnstones, Dunlin, Redshank, Curlews, Raven Crows, Goldfinch.

Numerous snails and various types of shells can be seen in the mudflats. Most however only as empty shells. The stones are overgrown with seaweed. They must look beautiful under water.

A walk through the mudflats is something very special. Rubber boots or at least waterproof shoes are helpful. The mudflats are very soft in places and you sink deeply.

I was just about to clean my shoes in one of the tide pools when I discovered a small octopusin the water. I was quite amazed and forgot my dirty shoes immediately. He was sitting motionless in the water. Normally the octopuses adapt to their environment in color, but this one was all white. The octopus was no longer alive. Maybe the tiny pool had become too warm and too low in oxygen. Poor guy, I felt sorry for him. But still - he was so beautiful to look at.

Tip: from the middle of August the blackberries are ripe, they grow especially close to the north side of the island, next to the small asphalt road.

What else is there to see?

Village Cramond

The small village of Cramond is one of the most important archaeological sites in Scotland. Already in the Mesolithic Age people lived in and around Cramond. Later Cramond became an important Roman settlement with a large fortress. The foundations of the fortress are still visible next to the church. Today Cramond is a beautiful example of an 18th century Scottish village. Among other things you can see an old church with a cemetery, old mansions, the ruins of two water-powered mills and a small harbour.

You can find out more about Cramond's history in the information flyers on the Cramond Association website.

Even more Sea

If you follow the coastal path to the east, you will come back to the city of Edinburgh. I walked the distance to Princess Street Garden in about 2.5 hours. Most of the time I could still walk in the mudflats, later I walked the coast path.

Directions to Cramond Island from Edinburgh

The island of Cramond can be reached quickly and easily from Edinburgh - just perfect for a day trip! Bus number 41 runs every 20 to 30 minutes between the center of Edinburgh and the village of Cramond.The journey from Queensferry Street to Cramond (Cramond Glebe Road stop) takes about 20 minutes, from Waverly Station about 40 minutes. A single ticket costs 1.80 Euro and can be bought from the bus driver with a credit card or in coins.

If you come by car, take Cramond Glebe Road. Shortly before the end of the road, a parking lot branches off to the right. On weekends it can get crowded, so it is best to arrive early.

There is a public toilet and an ice cream van at the starting point of the hike. Opposite the small harbour there is a small bistro and a little above the parking lot is the Cramond Inn.

When is the Dam to Cramond Island accessible?

Cramond Island can only be reached via the dam at low tide. The Coast Guard recommends that you only walk around the dam during the four hours around the lowest water level. There is a list of safe times on the website of the Royal National Lifeboat Institute Queensferry. A sign in front of the dam also indicates the earliest possible crossing (starting from the mainland) and the latest return (starting from the island). There is also an emergency phone number in case you do not return in time.

Book Recommendations for Scotland

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Lonely Planet Scotland*

Schottland. Wanderungen an den Küsten und in den Highlands. 50 Touren. Mit GPS-Tracks* (only German)

Wild Guide Scotland: Hidden Places, Great Adventures & the Good Life*

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Hike along the West Coast from Heimaey to Stórhöfði

Vestmannaeyjar in Iceland is known for its puffins. Here, the biggest Puffin-colony of Iceland lives with 1,1 million brood-pairs.The cute animals have dug themselves thousands of nest-caves at the slopes in the south of the island Heimaey. From the puffin lookout you can observe the animals well protected from wind and rain. There are guided puffin tours but you can also go on your own to the observation hut. And why not hike to the puffins? Here you can read all about the hike to the puffin lookout in Stórhöfði on the Vestmannaeyjar - the windiest place in Iceland.

The Hike to Cape Stórhöfði at a Glance

Length of the hike: From the campsite to the parking lot Stórhöfði on the west coast about 7.4 kilometers
Type of path: The trail on the west coast is marked with wooden stakes and is well trodden. The path on the east coast, on the other hand, is not marked and is more difficult to find. Here you should have a GPS capable smartphone with an offline map.
Duration: If you want to hike the way there and back, you should plan a whole day.
Clothing: Remember, Cape Stórhöfði on Vestmannaeyjar is the windiest place in Iceland. It is best to wear windproof softshell or rainwear.
Highlights: Puffins, loneliness on the path, steep coast, black beaches, view from Stórhöfði

The main stops on the hike to Stórhöfði

Herjólfsdalur - reconstructed longhouse

The hike starts at the campground in Herjólfsdalur. The valley is named after Herjólfur Barðarson, who according to Landnáhmabók was one of the first settlers in Iceland. Between 1971 and 1980 archaeological excavations in Herjólfsdalur found remains of eight houses and stone walls. The oldest remains were dated to the early 9th century. They are the oldest traces of human settlements on the Westman Islands. The farm of Herjólfsdalur was reconstructed in 2006 and can now be visited right next to the campsite. It is built in the typical style of that time as a longhouse made of stones and lawn. In the rear part of the building there was an area for the animals.

From here you follow the path to the coast and walk for a while between the golf course and the cliffs.

Kaplagjóta - the "Horse Gorge"

The number of horses on Vestmannaeyjar was limited in the 16th century. If there were more horses on the island than allowed, the animals were pushed into the "horse gorge". Cruel. And honestly, I find it hard to believe.

Rock Formation Elephant Rock

Right next to the horse gorge, a huge stone elephant's head can be seen in the rock. He dives his trunk into the sea to drink.

As soon as you leave the golf course you are alone in the most beautiful nature with black lava rocks, colorful flowers and wonderful views.

Monument Mormónapollur

Also on Vestmannaeyjar in Iceland there were Mormons. The first Icelanders who converted to the Mormon faith were baptized here in the "Mormon pool". That was in 1851, and a monument here commemorates the Icelanders who emigrated to Utah.

Cliffs Ofanleitishamar

At the cliff Ofanleitishamar I saw my first puffin on Vestmannaeyjar. Also fulmars breed here on the rocks. But there was one thing I found especially exciting here: a rusty tractor hangs at the top of the cliff. How did it get there?

Shortly before the well-marked path leads down to the black sandy beach, an eider duck mother scurries along the path with her young. Quickly the chicks are called together. Motionless, the ducks squat close together. I am impressed how well behaved the little ones are. I walk past them in a wide arc.

The Bay Vík

Arrived at the beach I can't believe my eyes: two bathing beauties come out of the water. Not in neoprene, but completely naked. It must be cold! I myself am warmly wrapped up in down and rain jacket. Maybe there is a hot spring here?

The black sand beach in the bay called Vík is framed by nicely layered tephra stones. The stones at the water's edge are covered with poisonous green algae and there is a lot of washed up seaweed on the beach. The sea must be beautiful under water here. 

Pirate Bay

In July 1627 pirates from Algeria landed in the Pirate Bay. They killed 34 inhabitants and deported 242 Icelanders as slaves to North Africa.The Algerians were considered Turks at that time, so the attack is still called a Turkish attack today.

Puffin Lookout at Cape Stórhöfði

On the mountain side of Cape Stórhöfði nest countless puffins. Every year they return to their breeding caves from mid-April. First, the males come and prepare the brood-cave afterwards. About 10 days later, the females come ashore. Puffins are monogamous, that is, a pair stays together all its life. Only if the "wife" didn't appear at the hatchery, the males look for a new partner.

In order to observe the puffins without disturbing them, an observation hut was built here. Super practical in wind and rain. Because in such weather puffins like to stay especially gladly before its brood-caves. Besides, they are to be seen best in the evening hours. During the day, they are usually on the sea for fishing. They come then only shortly to the brood-caves in order to deliver the loot. For a break before the cave is only little time.

Cape Stórhöfði on Vestmannaeyjar - the windiest Place in Iceland.

Cape Stórhöfði was formed during a volcanic eruption about 6,000 years ago. On the highest point, 122 meters above sea level, there is the lighthouse and since 1921 a weather station. Here on Vestmannaeyjar the highest wind speed in Iceland was measured with 220 km/h. That is wind force 17 - the highest level on the Beaufort scale! It blows you away. Fortunately it was not quite as windy when I was there.

From Stórhöfði you have a beautiful view of the offshore islands. It is said that you can even see the island of Surtsey. from here, but only 20 kilometers away. Surtsey was created by a volcanic eruption in 1963-1967 and is today a UNESCO world heritage site. The island may not be entered, except by scientists.

Way back to the City along the East Coast

You can either hitchhike or walk back. For the way back you can walk along the east coast of the island. The path branches off the road at Pirate Bay. It is not marked and therefore hard to find. I followed a horse track, but it took me off the right path and I ended up back on the main road too early. I didn't want to correct my course cross-country and I walked along the road. Since it was already late in the evening, hardly any cars passed by and my attempt to hitchhike was unfortunately unsuccessful.

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Facts about the Hike

Length: 2.7 kilometers coastal path and field path
Duration: about one hour
Start and end: Parking lot at the end of the street just before "The Bu"
Highlights: Ruins from the Second World War; view over Scapa Flow and the islands of Flotta and Hoy; wildlife observations possible

How to get there

Hoxa Head is located on the Orkney island of South Ronaldsay, west of the ferry port of St. Margaret's Hope. You can see the ruins of the coastal artillery battery from the ferry as you arrive.. Mit dem Auto fahrt ihr vom Fährhafen etwa 10 Minuten. Am Ende der Straße, kurz vor “The Bu”, ist ein Parkplatz und der Ausgangspunkt der Wanderung.

Tip: Are you on the Orkneys by tent or camper? A great place to camp is the beach "Sands of Wright", located about halfway between the ferry terminal and Hoxa Head.

Coastal Artillery Batteries on the Orkneys

Hoxa Head is one of the best examples of a coastal artillery battery on the Orkneys. The facility guarded the southern entrance to Scapa Flow, the Royal Navy's most important anchorage in both World Wars. The battery included observation towers, gun and searchlight emplacements as well as shelters and other outbuildings. It was paired with a similar facility on the opposite island of Flotta - the Buchanan Battery.

Between Flotta and Hoxa Head a submarine interception net was stretched across the sound. The net was supplemented by induction loops on the sea floor to detect metal hulls of ships. Underwater mines could be triggered in case of an attack from land.

The battery was abandoned after the war. The huts were dismantled in 1947 and the cannons were removed in 1950. The ruins you can still see today on Hoxa Head are mainly the gun emplacements of the 6-pounder cannons from the Second World War. Due to the ongoing decay, some of the ruins are fenced in and no one is allowed to enter.

Coastal Hike to the Ruins of Hoxa Head

From the parking lot you walk further up the road. Shortly after the house "The Bu" a narrow path to the coast turns off to the right. When you reach the shore, turn left, always along the coast. Soon you will see the first ruins - two gun emplacements of the Balfour Battery from the Second World War.An information board describes the facility that was once located here at Hoxa Head.

The path continues between barbed wire and the coast. The view from here to Scapa Flow and the islands of Flotta and Hoy are fantastic.

By the way: Hoxa Head is also a good point to see whales and dolphins. In summer you can even see minke whales and orcas.

The path is easy to walk and you will see more ruins on both sides of the path. Once you reach the southernmost point of the headland, the path curves back a little further inland. Here you will find the remains of the Hoxa Head Battery, including more gun emplacements, bunkers, shelter foundations, and a solitary fireplace and chimney.

After you have passed several remains of concrete foundations, follow the dirt road to the right back to the parking lot.

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Vestrahorn – the "Batman Mountain" in the Southeast of Iceland
Why visit the Vestrahorn?
Model Vestrahorn - great Photos guaranteed
Viking Café with Camp Site and Accommodation
Viking Village of Stokksnes
Riding at the Vestrahorn
Hiking at the Vestrahorn and on the Stokksnes Headland
How much Time should one plan?
How to get there & Entrance Fee

Vestrahorn – the "Batman Mountain" in the Southeast of Iceland

The Vestrahorn is part of the 889 m high mountain massif Klifatindur.Besides Vestrahorn, Eystrahorn in the east and the Brunnhorn in front of it belong to Klifatindur. There are also many other smaller peaks and horns that give the mountain massif its special appearance. The peaks of the mountain look similar to the Batman logo (from a distance). Therefore the Vestrahorn is often called "Batman Mountain" by the locals.

Good to know: Klifatindur was created during the ice age. Its peaks are the remains of a large volcano that was active about 6 to 7 million years ago. Unlike most mountains in Iceland, Klifatindur is not made of lava, but of magmatic deep rock, grabbo and granophyr.

Why visit the Vestrahorn?

Heading east on the ring road, you quickly pass one of the most photogenic mountains in Iceland - without seeing it. The Vestrahorn and the dune landscape in front of it on the headland Stokksnes are a bit offside. You have to drive there intentionally. But once you have decided to take a little detour over the gravel road, the Vestrahorn will not let you off. I wish I had had more time to photograph this hidden jewel extensively at all times of day and night.

Vestrahorn is with the Kirkjufell the most photographed mountain in Iceland.There are also great hiking opportunities here, including the ascent of the peak of Klifatindur. The landowners run a small inn with a nice café and viking village.There is even the possibility to ride one of the great Icelandic horses. More about this later.

Model Vestrahorn - great Photos guaranteed

The mountain with the black dune landscape on the Stokksnes peninsula is a highlight for every landscape photographer.If you browse the internet for pictures of the Vestrahorn, you will be flooded with great shots. The mountain is especially beautiful at sunset or when it is framed by bright green northern lights.

You can reach the best photo spots from the Viking Café via a dead end road. There are four parking lots along the road. To the right and left of the road are wide black sand beaches and two lagoons. The water level in the lagoons is tidal. At low tide they fall dry. At high tide and windless weather you can catch fantastic water reflections of the Vestrahorn in the lagoon. To find the right time, it is best to find out about the tides in advance – click here for the tide table.

When I arrived at the Vestrahorn, unfortunately there was already low tide. But I could still take pictures of beautiful reflections. Since the beach is very flat, the waves come up far. When they flow back and there is still some water left over the sand, there are also some great reflections.

A little above the beach there is an extraordinary dune landscape.The black dunes are partly covered with beach grass and give a great foreground for your photos. Do you have a tripod and remote shutter release with you? The dunes are a great spot for selfies in front of the mountain. But be careful with the grass, it is an important erosion protection.

Viking Café with Camp Site and Accommodation

The Viking Caféis rustic and cosy. Here you get a second breakfast, coffee, cake and sandwiches in a really nice atmosphere. If the weather is good, you can also sit outside and enjoy the view over the bay with your coffee. And if the weather is not good, you can browse the souvenirs, write a postcard or use the free WiFi.

You can't get enough of the Vestrahorn and want to spend the night here in the southeast of Iceland? This is also taken care of: Motorhomes can find a Pitch for the Night in the parking lot in front of the café. The guesthouse also offers seven comfortable rooms for travelers.

Viking Village of Stokksnes

Left of the Viking Café you can take a walk to the Wikingerdorf “The old Farm” The village was built in 2009 as a location for filming. The building material was mainly driftwood and old telephone poles. The film was never shot, but the village still stands here. The entrance fee is included in the entrance to the Vestrahorn.

Riding at the Vestrahorn

Opposite the Viking Café is the Hornhestar Riding Farm,which offers horseback riding tours in front of the breathtaking scenery of the Vestrahorn. You will ride over black sandy beaches and can admire the beautiful landscape of Stokksnes from the back of a horse. How about a photo of you on horseback in front of the Vestrahorn?

The rides last about two hours and take place in a small group of 2 to 4 people. Costs: 20.000 ISK (126 Euro).

Unfortunately I did not have time to go riding here. But instead I had the pleasure to tolt over the black beach in Vík. Read here why you should ride an Icelandic horse in Iceland.

Hiking at the Vestrahorn and on the Stokksnes Headland

There are several hiking trails on the Stokksnes peninsula and the Vestrahorn. These are shown on the information leaflet that you will receive with your ticket.

• Hike around the beach Kirkjusandur (6,4 km). You will pass the two best photo spots for the Vestrahorn. At the beach you continue in the direction of the Vestrahorn. At the foot of the mountain turn left and walk through the Viking village back to the Viking Café.

• Hike to the lighthouse of Stokksnes (0,5 km). From here the old NATO radar station can be seen well.

• West of the access road there is also a walk around Kirkjusandur beach (4 to 6.5 km). On this hike you can watch seals and seabirds with some luck.

• The 889 m high Klifatindur is also quite popular with mountain climbers. There is supposed to be a marked route to the summit.

How much Time should one plan?

How often on my travels, I like to pack my days too full. Same this time. A weather-related change of plan then upset everything. So I only had 1.5 hours for the Vestrahorn. Somehow I also assumed wrongly that there is nothing more than one photo location. Far from it. I could have spent the whole day here, if not two.

The longer you are here, the better are the chances to photograph the mountain with different cloud formations and moods. Or even to get a weather window suitable for photography - it can rain a lot.

How to get there & Entrance Fee

The Stokksnes headland and Vestrahorn mountain are located on the southeast coast of Iceland, about 90 km from the glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón and 15 km from Höfn. You will first pass Höfn on the ring road heading east. After about 7 km turn right just before the tunnel onto an unmarked gravel road. Follow this road for another 6 km to the Viking Café. 

In the Viking Café you pay the entrance fee for the Vestrahorn.That is about seven euros. Together with the entrance ticket you will get a small map of the area with hiking trails and parking areas. If the café is closed, you can also get a ticket from the machine in front of the café. With the ticket the barrier in front of the entrance will open. For the exit the barrier opens automatically.

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Here is where the Dog is buried - Greyfriars Bobby
History of the Cemetery Greyfriars Kirkyard
Overview of Greyfriar's Graveyard
Grave Ornaments and Symbolism
The Cemetery Church and the King of Terror
Mortsafe - a Safe for the Dead
The Flodden Wall
Covenanters’ Prison
Mackenzie's Poltergeist
Inspiration for Harry Potter
A Herb Garden in the Cemetery
Location and Opening Hours of the Greyfriars Cemetery in Edinburgh

Here is where the Dog is buried - Greyfriars Bobby

Right at the entrance to the cemetery there is a gravestone made of pink granite. In front of it there is a pile of sticks. No flowers, no angel figures - just dry sticks. That's a bit unusual, isn't it? The gravestone was also erected by the "Dog Aid Society of Scotland". So there is a dog buried here - and a very special one: the little Skye Terrier Bobby.

“Let his loyality & devotion be a lesson to us all”

Inscription on the gravestone of Bobby Greyfriar

Even after the death of his master, the policeman John Gray, Bobby did not leave his side. It is even said that the dog lived for 14 years on the cemetery. When he finally died in January 1872, he was buried at Greyfriars Kirkyard. So the faithful dog could be near his master even after his own death.

Whether the story is true or not is doubted by some people. Maybe it was just different dogs of the cemetery guard, who recognized the marketing effect early on? But I love the first story, it is so touching. And of course I also looked for a little stick for Bobby and put it in front of the gravestone.

Maybe you have seen Bobby before at the entrance of the cemetery? Not as a ghost but as a bronze figurewhich the inhabitants of Edinburgh have put up in memory of the loyal dog. It is said that it brings luck if you touch Bobby's snout.

Directly opposite the bronze statue and next to the cemetery there is also a pubof the same name where you can end your visit to the cemetery with an ale.

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History of the Cemetery Greyfriars Kirkyard

But first a little bit of history: Until 1559 there was a Franciscan monasteryon the site of the Greyfriar Kirkyard. After the Reformation the Catholic monastery was dissolved. Since then, the area was the property of Mary Queen of Scots. As the former cemetery of St. Giles' Cathedral had become too small and was increasingly bothering the residents with a bad smell, the Queen made the monastery grounds available for a new cemetery in 1562. The grey robes of the "Grey Brothers" - as the Franciscans were also called - gave the new cemetery the name Greyfriars. Some prominent inhabitants of the city found their last resting place here on Greyfriars Kirkyard.

Overview of Greyfriar's Graveyard

To the right of Bobby's grave you can start by getting an overview of the cemetery. A map shows the different areas as well as the location of the gravesites of several prominent inhabitants of Edinburgh. All graves are numbered on the map. I photographed the map with my cell phone, so I could easily find my way around.

The cemetery area can be divided into four partswhich were used one after the other. The oldest area is located to the right of the entrance, where the monastery once stood. The tombs here are from the early 17th century. After that, burials took place in the area to the left of the church. On the third section, the "Covenanters Prison" in the southwest, the first burials took place from 1705 onwards. The youngest section of the cemetery is behind the rest of the "Flooden Wall". Here the first burial took place in 1800.

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Grave Ornaments and Symbolism

On the Greyfriars Kirkyard you can see a variety of different tomb monuments.Among them are mausoleums or tombs with small walls or metal fences. There are also lying and standing flat stones, crosses, as well as head- and footstones, obelisks, monuments and sarcophagi. A special kind of burial place are the mortsafes - but more about this later.

Interesting: Many burial sites were once surrounded by metal cages or fences. In the 1940s, however, these were often removed - the raw material was needed for the steel industry during the war.

The gravestones on Greyfriars are often artistically decorated with grave symbols. Three themes are frequently encountered: Mortality, immortality through resurrection and the means of rescue.

Examples of symbols of mortality are images of coffins, deathbeds, skulls with and without wings, hourglasses, torches and the so-called Green Man. For immortality, on the other hand, there are angel figures, hearts, crowns, lamps, trumpets, winged souls. In addition, Animals are often carved on gravestones - either because of a personal connection to the animal or as a symbol. These include lions, lambs, cranes, horses, doves, snakes, peacocks and more. The profession of the deceased was also often depicted on the gravestones, for example by the tools used in the respective profession. In addition, plants often decorate the gravestones. They also usually have a symbolic meaning. For example, the flower forget-me-not stands for a deep love, which even death cannot end. Beautiful, right?

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The Cemetery Church and the King of Terror

The church at Greyfriars Cemetery was the first church built after the Reformation. It was consecrated in 1620. Its official name is Greyfriars Tolbooth and Highland Kirk.It is the center of an active community and can even be visited. Unfortunately it was closed during my visit due to Covid-19 and I could only view it from the outside.

The outer facade of the church bears several grave reliefs. One of them is particularly striking: the “King of Terror”With a scythe in his hand, the grinning skeleton is clearly a symbol of mortality. Or more clearly: it is death in person.

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Mortsafe - a Safe for the Dead

In the early 19th century, the curiosity of the physicians at the "Royal College of Surgeons" could not be stopped. Officially, however, only one corpse of an executed man was placed at the disposal of the College, founded in 1505, for anatomical examinations. More corpses had to be brought in. No matter how, the physicians - above all the well-known Dr. Robert Knox - turned a blind eye to this. Grave robbers began to plunder fresh gravesites. Clothes or jewelry were left behind in the grave. The naked corpses were then often transported away hidden in beer barrels. It did not take long and the sale of stolen corpses became a lucrative business.

Countermeasures were taken to prevent the robbery of the corpses: the mortsafe - a metal cage - was placed over the freshly buried bodyuntil the corpse had decomposed to such an extent that it was no longer of interest for medicine. In addition to the mortsafes, burial sites were also closed with walls and iron bars. Examples of this can be found to the left of the church.

Concerned relatives tied bracelets around the deceased, which were connected to a bell by a rope. When the body was moved, the bell sounded the alarm. In addition, they guarded the cemeteries in guard groups day and night. For this purpose, a small guard house was erected at the entrance of the cemetery. Only the Anatomy Law of 1832,which regulated the legal use of corpses, put an end to the robbery of corpses.

William Burke and William Hare made it a little easier for themselves. They lured lodgers into their house and murdered them. In the period 1827-1828 they supplied the anatomy school with 16 fresh corpses. But the two murderers were caught and Hare betrayed his partner Burke afterwards. He was finally charged with the total debt, whereupon he was executed in 1829. His death mask and skeleton as well as a book bound in his skin can be seen in the Surgeon's Hall Museum .

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The Flodden Wall

On the west side of the cemetery, the remains of the 16th century defense wall an turbulente Zeiten. Die “Flodden Wall” wurde im Jahr 1560 fertiggestellt. Anlass dafür war die Niederlage Schottlands in der Schlacht von Flodden gegen die Engländer im Jahr 1513. Hinter der etwa 7,3 Meter hohen und 1,3 Meter dicken Mauer lebten damals rund 10.000 Menschen auf einer Fläche von 57 Hektar. Sechs Tore gaben den Weg in die Stadt frei. Zur Abschreckung von Verbrechern wurde an den heads and limbs of executed criminals were displayed at the city gates .

The wall was supposed to protect Edinburgh from an English invasion. But this never took place. Probably the wall would not have helped much. It was much more suitable for controlling trade and preventing smuggling.

In the middle of the 18th century, the city walls became more of an obstacle for the growing city. Parts of the walls were therefore torn down. Today there are only a few remains of Edinburgh's protective wall, the most famous being the one at Greyfriars Kirkyard. Other sections can also be seen at the Vennel and Drummond Street.

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Covenanters’ Prison

During the reign of Charles II in the 17th century a religious battle was fought. Because Charles wanted to align the Scottish Church with the English Church. The believing Scots resisted the new "Common Book of Prayer", there were riots and protests in churches. The so-called "Covenanters" then united the resistance and signed the "National Pact" in 1638. Where? At the Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh. A plaque to the left of the entrance today commemorates the signatories of the document that vehemently rejects Charles' religious changes.

The following year the conflict had escalated into a war between Charles II and the Covenanters. Finally, around 1,200 Covenanters were captured at the Battle of Bothwell Bridge in 1679. They were locked in a field south of the churchyard for five months. The prisoners were beaten and tortured by the guards, and some died of starvation and harsh conditions. After declaring that they would never again use a weapon against the crown, the majority of the prisoners were finally released. But 380 prisoners did not take this oath. They should then be brought to the colonies by ship. But they never got there. The ship got caught in a storm and sank near the Orkneys.

Later, in the 18th century, this field became part of Greyfriars Cemetery and is called "Covenanters Prison". Today the area is only accessible as part of guided tours. It is supposed to be haunted!

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Mackenzie's Poltergeist in Greyfriars Cemetery

Early in the morning, the attorney George Mackenzie was prosecuting the Covenanters and was known for its cruelty. After his death he was buried in Greyfriars Kirkyard - not far from Covenanters Prison. His pretty mausoleum with the blue doors has repeatedly been the target of tomb desecrations.In 1999 a homeless man even took up residence in the mausoleum. Since then, reports of ghost encounters and attackshave increased. Nocturnal visitors to Greyfriars suddenly had abrasions, scratches or bruises after their stay at the said grave site. Where would these come from if not from the Mackenzie Poltergeist? The mind is even blamed for broken fingers and death. In addition, an exorcist is said to have sensed evil forces in the cemetery that were after his life. He died shortly after of a heart attack.

Spooky! But I can't really believe in it. But my curiosity was aroused. And so I finally booked an evening cemetery tour with City of the Dead Tours. When I was back in my hotel room afterwards, I immediately checked for bruises and scratches. Nothing.

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Inspiration for Harry Potter

Also the author of the Harry Potter novels - J.K. Rowling - was drawn to the flair of Greyfriars Cemetery in Edinburgh. And more: she also found inspiration for her novels on walks between the tombstones. Some of the names carved on the tombstones here even reappear in their books. Best known is certainly Thomas Riddle, who found his way into Rowling's stories as Tom Riddle. It is the name of the boy who later became the dreaded Lord Voldemort.

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A Herb Garden in the Cemetery

But the dog Bobby and the Mackenzie poltergeist are not the only unusual things in Greyfriars Cemetery. Every now and then you come across small wooden signs in front of lush flower beds. What can be read on the wooden signs? One says “Kitchen Herbs” (Küchenkräuter)and another says “Medical Herbs” (Medizinkräuter)There are a few more. Have you seen this before? That herbs are grown in a cemetery? I think it's great. Reminds me a bit of a personal story: we planted a tomato plant for my beloved Grandma on her grave - she loved tomatoes.

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Location and Opening Hours of the Greyfriars Cemetery in Edinburgh

Greyfriars Kirkyard is on the edge of historic Edinburgh, just a five minute walk from the Grassmarket .

There are two entrances to the cemetery. Both are on Candlemaker Row, east of Grassmarket. The entrance further above is directly opposite the National Museum. There is also the statue of Greyfriars Bobby here.

Like most cemeteries in Scotland, Greyfriars Kirkyard is open 24 hours a day.You can therefore visit it at any time for free on your own. There are also guided tours that take you to the otherwise locked area of the cemetery.

Book Recommendations for Scotland

You want to know where the journey goes? Then I recommend the following travel guides, which have proven themselves on my trip:

Lonely Planet Scotland*

Schottland. Wanderungen an den Küsten und in den Highlands. 50 Touren. Mit GPS-Tracks* (only German)

Rough Guide to the
North Coast 500*

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The Old Man of Hoy is the most popular attraction on Hoy and also its landmark.The almost 137 meter high red sandstone Sea Stack is furthermore one of the highest in Great Britain. Once the Old Man of Hoy was part of the cliffs. Over time, however, the sea has eroded the sandstone cliffs to such an extent that the Sea Stack was separated from the land. A drawing from 1814 shows the Old Man of Hoy still standing on two "legs" - an arch at the foot of the tower formed a broad base.

The Old Man of Hoy was first climbed in 1966 by the climbers Chris Bonington, Rusty Baillie and Tom Patey.The following year the climb was repeated for a live television broadcast. Afterwards, the rock needle truly captivated mountaineers. It is quite possible that you will see climbers during your hike.

An easier way to experience the Old Man of Hoy on the Orkneys is to walk along the coast from Rackick.

The hike to the Old Man of Hoy at a glance

Length: about 9,25 km
Height difference: about 220 m
Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours
Terrain: easily walkable and clearly visible path
Highlights:Old Man of Hoy, view of coast with red sandstone cliffs and Rackwick beach, bird watching

Where is the Old Man of Hoy located?

The Sea Stack Old Man of Hoy is located on the west coast of Hoy Island, one of the Orkney Islands. It can only be reached on foot. Starting point for the hike is the village of Rackwick in the south of Hoy.

Please note: The Isle of Hoy can only be reached by ferry.There are two ways to get to Hoy:

1. from Houton (Mainland Orkney) to Lyness (Hoy) - vehicles and pedestrians. For details please see Orkney Ferries.

2. from Stromness (Mainland Orkney) to Moaness (North Hoy) - pedestrians and bikes ONLY. For details please see Orkney Ferries.

For departure times and costs, please see the respective Orkney Ferries page. The booking is done by phone, an online booking is not possible. 

Ways to get to Rackwick

By car: From the ferry terminal in Lyness it takes about 30 minutes. However, it is best to plan a little more time for stopovers.

By bike: From the ferry terminal in Moaness you will travel 9.2 kilometers to Rackwick. You should plan a good 30 to 40 minutes for this.

On foot: From Moaness to Rackwick there is a 7.25 kilometer long hiking trail, the so-called Rackwick Glen route. You should plan about 2 hours for one way. If you only want to walk the route once, you can also book a cab.

We took the ferry from Houten to Lyness with our car. So we were flexible and could also visit other interesting places on Hoy. The ferry costs there and back for two passengers with a car was 62 pounds. To have some more time, we camped one night at the Bothy in Rackwick.

What does the Name "Schwarzenberg" mean?

"Hoy" comes from the Old Norse "Ha-ey" which means "the high island". And indeed: Hoy is much more mountainous than the rest of the Orkneys. The highest elevation is Ward Hill with 479 meters.

Description of the Walk to the Old Man of Hoy

Starting Point Rackwick

The starting point of the hike is in the small village of Rackwick.The access to the parking lot is signposted. Two information boards give an overview of the hike and the village Rackwick. You will also find information about public toilets and camping facilities at Bothy,a small hut on Rackwick beach.

View of the most beautiful Beach of the Orkneys

From here you follow the main road through the village towards the coast. Then the signposted path bends off and zigzags up the mountain flank.With every meter of altitude the view of Rackwick Bay with its fantastic white sandy beach gets better. It is said to be the most beautiful beach of the Orkneys. That may be true, I haven't seen a more beautiful one.

View of the Old Man of Hoy

Almost at the top, a bench with a view invites you to take a break. Then the path continues and after a bend reaches the highest point. Finally the Old Man of Hoy comes into sight.However, it is still a long way to go. Since the sea stack is with 137 meters higher than the coast, it towers above it and the top of the Old Man of Hoy is already visible.

Now the trail goes slightly downhill for quite a while. However, we could not enjoy this part of the hike as much as we had hoped because it was raining cats and dogs. Shortly before the viewpoint on the Old Man of Hoy it luckily cleared up again.

What a sight! Proudly the Old Man of Hoy stands in front of the coast and defies wind and waves. But the forces of nature change the rocky coast and will probably not stop at the Old Man of Hoy any time in the future. There is a stony path down to the foot of the rock needle.But we did not go down.

After I photographed the Old Man of Hoy from all sides and we shared our picnic with a fearless herring gull, we set off again. It goes the same way back.

If you want to, you can hike further along the coast to the impressive cliffs at St. John's Head. For the way there and back you should plan about two additional hours.

Tip: Better take some more provisions to the island of Hoy. There are hardly any possibilities to buy more.

Here Comes the Rain Again

Hoy was the filming location for the music video of the song Here Comes the Rain Again by British pop duo Eurythmics.My partner had played the song to get me in the mood for the hike. Afterwards the song went into an endless loop in my ears. And as almost expected: during our tour it started to rain several times. Magical!

Tip: Never leave your rain pants in the car!

Book Recommendations for Scotland

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A Gift of the Gods

Today it is a tragedy - but back then it was a gift from the gods. In 1876 a huge right whale washed up on the coast near Northside, Birsay. It is assumed that it was already dead. Whale products were extremely valuable at that time. Normally a specialized company took care of the complete exploitation of the carcasses. The blubber was processed into oil and the bones into fertilizer. But things went differently with the right whale from Birsay.

The local men wanted to recycle the animal themselves - alone. And thus make more profit, because the sale of whale oil was very worthwhile at that time. They bought the whale and began to cut up the carcass and process blubber and bones. The first half was done. Now it was the other side's turn, the whale had to be flipped. But the villagers had neither the manpower nor the equipment to accomplish this turn-around. What a disappointment! But at least the men from Northside got away without financial losses. Finally, half of the whale lay on the beach and decayed. It is said to have taken about 25 years to decompose the remaining carcass and wash away the bones.

The Secret of the Whalebone Sculpture

But not all bones disappeared in the sea. It was common practice at that time for the Orcadians to make all kinds of practical and decorative objects from whale bones. For example, a whirl of the whale was used as a milking stool. From a jawbone and the back of the skull, the whalebone sculpture was created, probably the most enigmatic sculpture of the Orkneys. The about 2-meter-high structure can be seen from afar from the sea and from land. It is assumed that the sculpture was erected between 1880 and 1890. However, it is still unclear who did this. What purpose did this structure serve? Were the Orcadians superstitious and built a monument for the dead whale? Or did the erected bones perhaps served as a landmark for the fishermen? It remains a mystery.

Wind and weather as well as climbing children have left their marks on the Whalbone sculpture. Therefore, the Birsay Heritage Trust repaired the sculpture in 1997 and stabilized the bones. In January 2008, however, the whale bones were torn down by a storm. But even then the Birsay Heritage Trust was able to save the sculpture. Now a metal rod strengthens the jawbone and a concrete foundation also ensures a stable stand. This time a bit further away from the cliffs. Hopefully for many more years to come!

Whaling in Scotland

First evidence of whaling in Scotland was found in Bronze Age settlements. There whale bones were used for construction and decoration. Commercial whaling then began in the Middle Ages. In the 1750s whaling was carried out in most Scottish ports. Starting in the 1770s, whaling fleets headed for the Davis Strait and hired crew members in Stromness. There was also a whale processing factory on the Orkneys. But from the beginning of the 20th century the whaling industry declined. In 1963, the last whaling company finally sold its ships, ending whaling in Scotland.

What are right whales?
What are right whales? On the basis of the jaw-bone, one recognizes that the whale of Birsay was a baleen whale. These feed on plankton in contrast to toothed whales. Instead of the teeth, the baleen whales have long horn-plates in the upper jaw, the so-called baleens. With these they filter the plankton from the water. Baleen whales were popular with whalers because they were large and rich in blubber. They also swam slowly and did not sink after being killed. Baleen whales are divided into three families: Right whales, gray whales and furrow whales. The approximately 15 to 20 meters long right whales were decimated by hunting the most severely from all whales.

Walk to the Whalebone Sculpture of the Orkneys

The Whalebone sculpture is located in the northwest of the main island of the Orkneys. You drive to the headland near Birsay, where you will find a park and picnic area. Most people come here to visit Birsay Tidal Island and the Brough of Birsay. To get to the sculpture, however, you will walk in the opposite direction along the “Skiba Geo Pfad” entlang.

The Skiba Geo Path runs along one of the most beautiful coasts of the Orkneys.If you are lucky you can even see seals on the rocks. About halfway you will pass a restored 19th century fishing cottage. At the bottom of the cliff there are boat-shaped depressions called "nousts". This is where the fishermen used to pull their boats to the shore for protection and to store them during the winter.

Book Recommendations for Scotland

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