Free LGBT Bike Tour: Berlin Invents Homosexuality: Queer History
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We bike to places with homosexual histories, like the world's 1st public outing, the world’s 1st gay activist group, the world's 1st gay & lesbian magazine, and the world's 1st sexological institute and we dive into the nightlife of the golden 20ies.
This tour explores queer role models, activists, and pioneers of the queer movement that began in 19th-century Berlin. We’ll cover milestones such as the world’s first public outing, the first gay activist group, the first Institute of Sexology, the first gender-affirming surgery, and the vibrant queer nightlife of the Golden Twenties. Along the way, we’ll encounter remarkable figures such as Magnus Hirschfeld, Dora Richter, Christopher Isherwood, Cläre Waldoff, Marlene Dietrich, and Anita Berber. Discover surprising stories, including how a police chief supported the gay community at the end of the 19th century and why Berlin "invented homosexuality". The tour includes a visit to the world's second-oldest still-operating gay bar, as well as the vibrant venue where women partied hard and searched for a companion for the night. Also, we won't miss the internationally renowned Club Eldorado on Motzstraße, where the tour concludes.
We meet at Unter den Linden 4, in front of the Neue Wache The tour takes about 3 hours, ending in Schöneberg at Motzstrasse.
Please bring a bike or scooter! There are many bike providers that you can book via app, e.g, Callabike: “starter” 10€/day
Meeting point
Unter den Linden 4 Berlin
Before you go
- Length
- About 3h
- Languages
- German
- Usual start times
- 14:00 (Berlin time)
- Coming up
- 12 departures in 3 months, 1 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 3h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Unter den Linden 4 Berlin. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in German. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
12 departures are listed in the next three months, 1 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 14:00. Times are local to Berlin.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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