Clärchens Ballroom, Dance hall in Auguststraße, Berlin, Germany
Clärchens Ballroom comprises two spacious halls with original wooden dance floors, tall mirrors, and antique chandeliers that date from its opening. A restaurant occupies part of the venue, where guests can dine on traditional German food while watching the dancers.
The venue opened in 1913 and remained in operation through both World Wars and Berlin's division, surviving when many other such establishments closed. This continuous operation spanning more than a century distinguishes it among Berlin's dance venues.
The ballroom serves as a gathering place where people of different ages learn and practice ballroom dances together throughout the week. Waltz, tango, and swing remain active traditions here, with dancers of all abilities sharing the same wooden floors every evening.
The venue opens in the evening and stays open late into the night for dancers and diners alike. It is helpful to check ahead about specific dance events and classes, as these vary depending on the day of the week.
The Mirror Hall upstairs preserves its original 1913 decoration with gilded frames and feels frozen in time from the dance culture of that era. Many visitors overlook this upper room, though it offers one of Berlin's most complete glimpses of early 20th-century ballroom design.
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