THE WALL (DIE MAUER) is a monumental 360-degree panorama artwork by the Austrian-born Berlin artist Yadegar Asisi, installed in an 18-metre-high rotunda at Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin-Mitte. It recreates a fictitious autumn day in 1980s Kreuzberg at 1:1 scale, depicting life in the shadow of the Berlin Wall on both its East and West sides. Visitors view the panorama from a 4-metre-high platform surrounded by the painted cityscape, accompanied by a soundscape composed by Eric Babak. A photo exhibition of over 80 contemporary images and a documentary on Asisi’s creative process complement the main panorama. Tickets start from €14. Open daily 10 am–6 pm.
For 28 years, the Berlin Wall divided a city, a nation, and two worlds. Today, the Wall is almost entirely gone — just a few preserved stretches remain to remind visitors of what once stood here. The challenge for any artist or museum is to make the absence feel present, to give visitors who never knew divided Berlin a genuine sense of what it felt and looked like to live in the Wall’s shadow.
Yadegar Asisi has risen to that challenge spectacularly. His panorama DIE MAUER (THE WALL), installed in an 18-metre-high cylindrical rotunda at Checkpoint Charlie, recreates 1980s Kreuzberg at 1:1 scale with extraordinary detail and emotional power. Standing on the 4-metre viewing platform and turning 360 degrees, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and textures of a city that no longer exists, is one of the most distinctive cultural experiences Berlin has to offer.
THE WALL is ideally combined with a visit to the Berlin Story Bunker (10 minutes by public transport) and the World Balloon, which ascends from directly outside. Together they form one of Berlin’s most powerful historical days.
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What to Expect at THE WALL Asisi Panorama
The panorama installation occupies an 18-metre-high cylindrical rotunda. Visitors ascend a 4-metre-high steel viewing platform at the centre, surrounded on all sides by the panorama painting at 1:1 scale. The work depicts a specific autumn day in the SO 36 neighbourhood of West Berlin’s Kreuzberg district in the 1980s. East Berlin and the Death Strip are visible across the Wall. Scenes of everyday West Berlin life play out in extraordinary detail: residents going about their routines, a busy street market, a squat, rooftop life, the guard towers and vehicle traps of the Death Strip. Music by Eric Babak and ambient sound effects complete the immersion.
The Panorama
THE WALL is painted on a canvas that wraps the full interior of the rotunda, presenting Kreuzberg’s Admiralbrücke neighbourhood in minute detail. Look closely and you’ll find:
- West Berlin street life — graffiti-covered buildings, small businesses, a pub, residents on balconies — the chaotic, creative energy of 1980s Kreuzberg.
- The Wall itself — the white concrete barrier with its Death Strip, vehicle traps, watch towers and patrol roads stretching as far as the eye can see.
- East Berlin beyond — the quieter, greyer streets of the GDR visible across the forbidden zone.
- Atmospheric lighting — a simulated day-night cycle (in some viewing periods) shifts the mood of the panorama as you watch.
The Photo Exhibition
Surrounding the panorama rotunda, an exhibition of over 80 photographs by contemporary witnesses documents life in divided Berlin from the Wall’s construction in 1961 through to its fall in November 1989. These personal images ground the panorama’s artistic representation in historical reality.
The Documentary
A short documentary film on Yadegar Asisi and the creation of the panorama offers insight into the artistic process behind the work and Asisi’s personal connection to Berlin and the Wall.
Free Guided Tours
Free guided tours of the panorama are available without reservation on a first-come basis:
- Thursdays at 11:30 am — in English
- Saturdays at 11:30 am — in German
These tours are not included in the ticket price and are subject to availability. Arrive a few minutes early to secure a spot.
Buy This TicketAsisi Panorama Berlin Ticket Prices (2026)
| Visitor Type | Price |
| Adult (21+ years) | From €14 |
| Youth (17–20 years) / Student (18–25, with ID) | €9 |
| Child (6–16 years) | €5 |
| Child (under 6 years) | Free |
| Groups (10+ persons) | On-site group rate available |
Berlin WelcomeCard: WelcomeCard holders receive a 25% discount on ticket prices, redeemable online or on-site.
The Wall Asisi Panorama tickets are fixed to the day of your visit and cannot be used on another date. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit. Arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled time.
Buy This TicketHow to Get to the Asisi Panorama Berlin
The Asisi Panorama is at Checkpoint Charlie — one of the most historically charged locations in Berlin and a short walk from Kochstraße U-Bahn station.
Address: Friedrichstraße 205, 10117 Berlin. Get Directions
By U-Bahn
U6 to Kochstraße/Checkpoint Charlie — the station is directly at Checkpoint Charlie, just 1 minute’s walk to the panorama entrance.
By Bus
U6/M29 bus stops at Kochstrasse / Checkpoint Charlie, 1 minute away. Bus M48 stops at Stadtmitte/Leipziger Straße station, a few minutes’ walk.
By U-Bahn (alternative)
U2 or U6 to Stadtmitte station — a 2-minute walk to the panorama.
By Car
Street parking in the area is very limited. The nearest car parks are on Markgrafen-/Taubenstraße and at Potsdamer Platz. Click here for the nearest car parks.
Asisi Panorama Opening Hours (2026)
THE WALL Asisi Panorama is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm, with last admission at 5 pm. It is at Checkpoint Charlie in Friedrichstraße (Friedrichstraße 205, 10117 Berlin), 1 minute from Kochstraße U-Bahn station. Free guided tours run Thursdays at 11:30 am (English) and Saturdays at 11:30 am (German). WelcomeCard holders receive 25% off. Book online to skip the ticket queue and secure your preferred time.
| Day | Opening Hours | Last Admission |
| Monday – Sunday (daily) | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | 5:00 pm |
The panorama is open seven days a week. Last admission is one hour before closing (5:00 pm). No Monday closure.
How Long Does the Asisi Panorama Take?
Most visitors spend 1–1.5 hours at the panorama. Those who engage fully with the photo exhibition and documentary add another 30 minutes. A focused visit concentrating only on the panorama itself can be done in 45–60 minutes.
Best Time to Visit the Asisi Panorama
Weekday mornings are the quietest. The panorama attracts significant visitor numbers from mid-morning as tour groups arrive from Checkpoint Charlie. For the most immersive experience, visit when the rotunda is less crowded — the panorama’s atmosphere is best appreciated in relative quiet. Evenings (after 4 pm) also tend to be calmer. The panorama is equally rewarding in any season.
FAQs about The Wall – Asisi Panorama
Here are some questions visitors usually ask before visiting Berlin’s Asisi Panorama.
Can I bring my pet?
No animals are permitted inside the Asisi Panorama.
Can I revisit on the same ticket?
No. Tickets are valid only for the day you have booked and cannot be used for re-entry on another date.
Are there group discounts?
Yes. A group rate is available on-site for groups of 10 or more. Contact the attraction in advance for group bookings.
Can I cancel my ticket?
Yes. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit for a full refund.
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