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10 apps for Berlin you should know about

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Berlin is a large, lively and sometimes chaotic city. Whether you want to find your way around public transport, order food, rent a bike or discover great deals, having the right apps on your smartphone will make everyday life in Berlin much easier. Many Berliners use certain apps every day to save time, find their way around more easily and take advantage of the city's diverse offerings. In this overview, you will find ten of the most important apps to help you experience Berlin comfortably and stress-free.

🚇 Transport & Mobility

BVG Jelbi

  • All in one: underground, suburban railway, bus, tram, e-scooter, car sharing and taxi
  • Ideal for all journeys in Berlin

BVG Fahrinfo

  • Official app of Berlin's public transport company
  • Live timetables, route planning, ticket purchasing

Bicycle & scooter sharing apps

  • Lime, Tier, Bolt  – e-scooters and e-bikes
  • Very practical for short distances

🏙️ City services & authorities

Public Order Office Online / Public Order Office Berlin App

  • Public Order Office Online / Public Order Office Berlin App
  • Report rubbish, noise, broken street lights, etc.

BSR App

Berlin City Cleaning: collection calendar, register bulky waste, report rubbish problems

Berlin.de / City service app

  • Information about offices, appointments, services
  • Very practical for new Berliners

👩‍🦽‍➡️Wheelmap

Public Order Office Online / Public Order The free Wheelmap app (Apple, Android) helps users find wheelchair-accessible locations in Berlin and around the world. The map shows restaurants, cafés, toilets, shops, cinemas, car parks, bus stops and many other locations. Users rate the accessibility of these locations, allowing the community to share helpful information. Public Order Office Berlin app

🏙️Tourism apps all around the Wall

The Berlin Wall is one of the city's most famous historical landmarks and attracts visitors from all over the world. Today, digital apps offer interactive ways to discover the history of the Wall – from virtual tours and multimedia maps to audio tours at the original locations. With these apps, tourists can explore the historical sites flexibly, learn more about the stories behind them and experience the traces of the Wall up close.

🥗Berlin Vegan Guide

The app „Berlin Vegan Guide“ shows you where to eat vegetarian or vegan in Berlin – whether in a restaurant, café, bar or snack bar. It also lists vegan shops for food, cosmetics, clothing and more. User reviews and testimonials help you discover new places and conveniently take advantage of what the city has to offer.

How can I meet new people or communities in Berlin?

You can meet new people through neighbourhood platforms, local clubs, meetups or at events such as flea markets, city festivals or sports groups. Workshops, courses or joint projects in cafés and cultural centres are also good opportunities to make contacts.

What can I do in Berlin in spring?

March brings fresh energy to the capital – the days are getting longer, the cafés are filling up again, and cultural life is awakening from its winter slumber all over Berlin. Between the first signs of spring, exciting festivals, special exhibitions and unique events, there is now more to discover than ever before. Whether you're interested in art, music, cuisine or extraordinary experiences, these 13 highlights show you why Berlin is at its most vibrant in March.