How is Berlin's nightlife?? and how are the "berliners"??

Question

All people say that Berlin is the best city of Europe, and has one of the most lively nightlives of the continent, but I would like to know how it really is, when discos and bar close, prices... do people in berlin usually get drunk? do they drink at home before they go to a club, or maybe on a park for example (like in Spain or Scottland)...

And... how are berliners?? A lot of people say that they're a little rude, altough I know one that is living in Spain and he's very funny and polite.

THANX

Answer 1

In general, Berliners are reserved, which can come off rude.  It can be difficult to become close friends with someone, but I think that is Germany in general.

The clubs stay open till all hours - anywhere from 4 am to 8 am.  Germans do like to drink and you will often see drunks on the subways or busses.  

It is a great city and I would highly recommend visiting.  There is, however, more to do than just nightlife.

Answer 2

a berliner is a jelly donut.  the late President Kennedy taught that to all of us.

Answer 3

I can not answer your questions about Berlin nightlife with all the exact info you are asking for. I am sure some one will supply you with some wonderful tips. But, I have traveled to Berlin many times and I always have a good time.  

'do people in Berlin usually get drunk?' Well yes, I suppose they do. Then again do people in Kansas get drunk?

About rudeness? Well, what can I say? I have lived in Germany for over 20 years now. Germans can be frustrating with their cold reserved(think Mr. Spock) way that an American would consider rude. But, compared to Paris, Berlin is heaven.

While Berlin is a large city, it is made up of lots of areas that offer many different things. Also depending on where you are visiting you may not run into many real 'Berliners'.

Just one other thing for fun; The term 'Berliner' in German means a jelly filled doughnut.

P.S. If you really would like to know how Berlin is, then I think a visit to the city would be a good idea.

Answer 4

I cant add much to what has already been said.

I was born and raised in Berlin, so logically I wouldnt describe "us" as particularly rude. Berlin is a major city and like most major cities around the globe, the people who live and work here are stressed out by the fast paced life. During all my travels around the globe I couldnt really see a difference in mentality when it comes to "city people".... NYC, L.A., Paris, London ... same difference :-p

But what is it with this "Berliner" talk? Berliner is a perfectly correct term for the people here. The jelly filled doughnut you are talking about is called "Pfannkuchen" in this part of the country. They call it "Berliner" in other places. But not in Berlin. So anyone who refers to us as Berliners is perfectly correct. Nobody will think of a doughnut :-P ... no worries.

Answer 5

i've been several times (going this weekend, in fact) and nightlife is fantastic. despite lots of people on here complaining that berliners can be rude, i've only ever experienced smiles and friendliness - situations which would be intimidating back home in london, like groups of youths on the subway - are funny and enjoyable in berlin.

when out, i've found that people start speaking to you in german and when they realise you don't understand, try english on you, and generally like practicing their language skills. try to make the effort to speak a bit of german and you'll get an even friendlier response!

bars are open late and some clubs have no set close time - it depends on when the staff think most people have had enough, which could be well into the following afternoon (I went to a club which was still going strong when i left at 1pm). prices are generally low, and an entrance fee often entitles you to a drink or drinks to that value.

most subway lines run all through the night at the weekend, and it's quick, clean and easy to understand. you will need cash to pay, as the machines only take local debit cards.

i've never experienced anything other than pleasant and amusing drunkenness in public. the streets of berlin are generally quiet compared to many cities, and people go straight inside rather than congregate on the streets.

Answer 6

Berliners may come across as a bit rude if you're used to an Anglo culture - they are Germanic after all, though generally they take life far less seriously than Germans in general.

Berlin has a great nightlife and you won't regret going there.