Getting Around Berlin: U-Bahn, S-Bahn, Biking and Trams

Introduction — Getting around Berlin: overview and practical considerations Berlin is a sprawling, flat, and proudly polycentric metropolis. Unlike many European capitals centered around a single downtown, it stretches across a wide area where each neighborhood — Mitte, Kreuzberg, Neukölln, Prenzlauer Berg, Charlottenburg, Friedrichshain — has its own distinct vibe. Getting around Berlin efficiently means knowing not only the main transport systems (U‑Bahn, S‑Bahn, tram, bus) but also the complementary options like cycling, scooter rental,…