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The cafe is also known for its unpretentious vibe, as well the lavish vegan breakfast.
Website: https://www.cafe-morgenrot.de/en
Address: Kastanienallee 85, 10435 Berlin
Phone: +49 30 44 31 78 44
Instagram: @cafe_morgenrot
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Other rainbow neighbourhoods in Berlin not to be overlooked include its neighbour Kreuzberg, and the SchwuZ nightclub in Neukölln. The bar’s entrance on Urbanstrasse is relatively discreet – look for the rainbow flag painted above its door and ring the buzzer if you dare.
A mainstay on the Berlin sauna scene, Kreuzberg’s Der Boiler is renowned for its lively steam room and maze-like cruising area for men.
With raging parties and a labyrinthine dark room, there’s a reason Ficken 3000 has become a legend among locals looking for a drink, dance and a flamboyant good time.
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Every year, the lesbian and gay street festival takes place here, which marks the start of Pride Week. And despite Berlin being one of Europe's most LGBTQ+-friendly cities, Cormac explains, "Queer culture in Berlin has a long history of squat culture, of people trying to live outside of the capitalist model… I think that becomes very relevant because a lot of queer people maybe haven't felt so embraced by mainstream capitalism, or the job opportunities in the past maybe haven’t been as available to them."
Many of Berlin's squats have been shut down by authorities, and the future of Tuntenhaus was at risk of a similar fate, but after a successful campaign, the squat remains home to one of the last queer collective housing communities in Berlin.
Cormac adds that it’s important "to be mindful that people live there and to respect people's privacy", so visitors can drop by Café Morgenrot for information about squat communities.
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This guide was recently updated by Berlin-based writer Nathan Ma. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out.
Whilst Berlin is home to a plethora of gay nightlife venues, including chilled upmarket lounges, the city is best known for its edgier clubbing experiences. This scene-leading space has a reputation for wild-themed nights and a permissive attitude towards NSFW fun. The streets of Schöneberg are lined with exclusive restaurants, high-end shops, and upscale cafes, making it a delightful place to spend a lazy afternoon.
Located under the round- about housing development at Kottbusser Tor, the mixed (but girl-heavy) crowd enjoy nightly drinks and dancing, as well as many one-off rock parties. The drag shows on Tuesdays are also worth your while. The Kottywood party is a popular go-to for gays and lesbians looking to cap a Friday night grinding to Latin, retro and pop music.
Berlin has earned its stripes as one of the great gay capitals of the world, with a huge LGBTQ+ community, one-of-a-kind queer bars and an attitude to life that encourages inhabitants to be whoever they please. Find more scene tips for queer places in Berlin.