Alternative Lifestyles

The gay scene in Berlin is as diverse as the city´s districts. In most parts of Berlin gay people are as accepted as anyone else. In the main districts, Kreuzberg, Schöneberg, Mitte, Friedrichshain & Prenzlauer Berg, there are many same sex couples. Because of this acceptability, the gay scene is not limited to Gay venues. Gay social life is one of the many threads which make Berlin and add to its amazing character.

The gay scene here is a strong one with a lot of variety, something for everyone. The more traditional gay male scene is in the area around Nollendorfplatz. Kreuzberg is a liberal, open-minded part of town, where gay life is most connected with the diverse pulse of the neighbourhood. Friedrichshain and Prenzlauer Berg are part of a newer scene in the east which feels like its very alive and still developing. Part of Prenzlauer Berg has already developed into a yuppie scene which is in sharp contrast to the more happening and less-developed parts.

Siegessäule (the victory column) - is a free gay magazine which has hundreds of listings of clubs, cafes, services and other venues. You can this and other publications in most cafes and some libraries and shops. It´s the best source to find what events are happening when and where for gay people.