Spend a day exploring the Berlin neighbourhood that inspired our bold aviator frame, Kreuzberg

MORNING CUP: Five Elephant Coffee

52.493474 N, 13.438372 E

Reichenberger Str. 101, 10999 Berlin, Germany

Routinely ranked among the best roasters in Germany, Five Elephant has become the go-to Berlin destination for the coffee-lovers. We were inspired by the owners' passion for delivering quality products with a focus on transparency - in their own words:

 

“Our goal is to source the best coffees in the world in a way that is mindful of our environmental impact and thoughtful of the social impact of the communities who produce our coffees.”

Hidden down a residential street, The Five Elephant Cafe is the perfect spot to enjoy your morning cup comfortably seated at one of their sidewalk tables, just steps away from the buzz of the Keiz.

THE ART SCENE: König Gallery

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Alexandrinenstraße 118-121, 10969 Berlin, Germany

Contemporary art meets brutalist architecture at the König Gallerie at St. Agnes Church. Founded by then 21-year-old Johann König in 2002, the prominent program is known for its focus on interdisciplinary, concept-oriented and space-based approaches in a variety of media. König took over the former Catholic complex of St Agnes and started an impressive restoration at the hand of architect Arno Brandlhuber transforming the massive windowless structure into an impressive large-scale exhibition space.

RETAIL THERAPY: Voo StorE

52.501187 N, 13.421177 E

Oranienstraße 24, 10999 Berlin, Germany

Opened in November 2010, the 300 sq meters (converted locksmith) concept store offers a constantly evolving selection of fashion, design and lifestyle items. New brands share the rails with renowned designers - the likes of Acne, Henrik Vibskov and J.W. Anderson - making Voo store one of the best curated shops in Berlin.

FOOD & COCKTAILS: Ora

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Oranienpl. 14, 10999 Berlin, Germany

A former 1860 pharmacy turned stunning restaurant and bar, Ora focuses on simple dishes and skilfully handcrafted cocktails that incorporate unexpected ingredients. The ever-changing menu is developed around locally sourced produce, with sensitivity to the seasons and the land surrounding Berlin and Brandenburg.

EXPLORE: Paul-Lincke-Ufer Walk along Landwehr Canal

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Paul-Lincke-Ufer, 10999 Berlin, Germany

End your afternoon with a relaxing stroll along the Paul-Linke-Ufer stretch of the Landwehr Canal. Cross the canal and wander among the unique stalls of the Turkish Market at Maybach Ufer - open on Tuesday, Friday and some Saturdays - or mix with the locals at Pavillon am Ufer for an early evening drink under the lime trees.

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