The Ultimate Guide to Berlin’s Legendary Gay Club: Berghain

by | Mar 7, 2024 | Bar Crawl Berlin

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Introduction

Berlin’s Berghain, the world famous nightclub is well known by electronic music fans and homosexual enthusiasts. The reputation of Berghain is one of its unique atmosphere, top DJs and strict door policy. This guide includes all the necessary things for you to know about Berghain – if you can get in or withdrawn the maximum out of your experience.

History of Berghain

The bitter taste of an industrial place is what a visit to Berghain brings. Opened in 2004 and the creation of an inclusive and diverse space for electronic music lovers, it was opened by Norbert Thormann and Michael Teufele. In recent years, Berghain has gained the reputation for being a leading location for Berghain’s nightlife and as a meeting place for local and international DJs.

Getting In

That’s why don’t let the infamous selective door policy of Berghain discourage you. Here is what you can do to increase your chance of getting in.

  • Dress appropriately for the club when arriving, wearing a dark and stylish outfit.
  • Believe, but respect the club’s rules and guidelines.
  • Don’t look like you are too intoxicated or are under the influence of drugs – Berghain is a notorious no drugs place.
  • To get in take smaller groups, since it may be difficult to get in a larger group.

The Dance Floors

After stepping in here, you can enter the building’s architecture and its two main dance floors, Berghain and Panorama Bar.

Berghain

You’ll be hit with the very peak of Berlin’s techno scene in the main floor of Berghain. The sound system is huge and will send your body resonating on the inside as you feel the shake. The ambience is very intense, dark and perfect to lose yourself in the music.

Panorama Bar

Panorama Bar is located in the top floor, but the vibe and color of experience is more vibrant and colorful. Panorama Bar has to offer music a lot closer to house and disco set, which makes a change of pace (and volume) from Berghain’s pounding beats. The panoramic windows wowing views of the city creates an unique ambiance.

Unwritten Rules

Patrons are required to follow their own set of unwritten rules at Berghain. A few key points to keep in mind are as follows:

  • Berghain is a place where people have the freedom to express themselves and photography is strictly prohibited to respect everyone’s privacy.
  • Talking on the dance floor: Berghain is mainly about the music and the talking should be limited to areas like it.
  • The boundaries for there are paramount, who do you respect a personal boundary? Did they give you consent and did they respect their personal space? Remember to be aware of the space you occupy and ask for permission before doing any physical contact with anyone.

Famous DJs and Events

These DJs had played in some of the biggest venues in the world, but all came to Berghain. It was a must visit place for electronic music enthusiasts. The lineup is very consistently very good: Marcel Dettmann, Ben Klock, Nina Kraviz, etc. The club also organizes special events and themed parties and serves as a haven for the weekend people as they serve as place for parties which are unique from the regular weekend nights.

After Berghain

After the sun rises, and daylight begins to boot down into Berghain, the party is positively just starting. Nightlife abounds in the city with lots of clubs, bars, and after hour venues for partying on. There are only a few popular places to visit like KitKat Club and Tresor.

Conclusion

Berghain is not just a nightclub, but a cultural phenomenon in and of itself with a heavy dose of importance to the electronic music scene, and also to the LGBTQ+ scene here in Berlin. A night at Berghain is something that no master dancer would deny to be memorable, particularly with its exceptional DJs and strict door policy to go with it. Therefore don’t forget to apply the tips and rules that we have set, and dance through the night in one of the greatest halls of the world.

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The Ultimate Guide to Berlin’s Legendary Gay Club: Berghain