The Krampnitz Base

Quentin Tarantino filmed "Inglorious Basterds" here and "Enemy at the Gate" was also partially shot here as well. Like so many sites in Berlin, the Russians took it over and scrubbed any hint of Nazi past off. Although there are bits here and there that suggest otherwise. Its a huge place and worth another look, perhaps when the weather is warmer as it was -7 when we went.

Yup, its a cold day.

I'm not sure if this is set dressing from Tarantino or original, either way quite impressive

This room really felt like a set. Tarantino could be just around the corner.

Cheers
Andy

My next place to stay. April 1st-4th

I spent the first weekend in Berlin on Gabriela's couch. She is a wonderful host and with many years experience hosting and showing people around her city. She has an amazing top floor flat in Kreuzberg so that meant climbing 5 floors of this updated Altbau with a rolling suitcase and backpack with camera and laptop. I'm in good shape but with jet lag and a cold (thanks to the flight) I was puffing at the top. Amazing view from the top garden and you can walk out onto the roof of the neighbouring buildings to get a good look at the area.

About an hour after arriving we were off to the pub crawl to celebrate Quentin Tarantino's birthday. I was with Jackie Brown here ;)