Skip the overcrowded east side gallery. For real berlin character on film head to abandoned nsa listening station on teufelsberg. Graffiti-covered domes against forest backdrop are incredible in late afternoon light

Beelitz-heilstätten sanatorium ruins about an hour outside city. Haunting architecture looks amazing on black and white film. Entry €15-20 for guided tours, book ahead

Weissensee jewish cemetery has beautiful weathered headstones and dramatic lighting through trees. Very peaceful for respectful photography