Berlin Through Jowita’s Lens: A City Revealed from the Top of Teufelsberg

Jowita moved to Berlin four years ago, after spending several years in the United Kingdom. What began as a spontaneous decision opened a new chapter in her life, along with the challenge of adapting to a new environment.

“Moving to a new city and country wasn’t easy, so I spent a lot of time exploring what Berlin has to offer. That’s how I fell even more in love with its character,” Jowita tells Hedonist magazine.

Berlin isn’t conquered by sight, but by patience. From above, it stops being a city and becomes a feeling.

Today, she works in marketing while simultaneously running Berlinwanderlust, an Instagram profile that has grown from a personal project into a serious platform with more than 75,000 followers. The name fits her perfectly—wanderlust reflects a constant urge to move and explore, and Jowita admits she finds it hard to stay still, especially in a city that never stops inspiring.

Teufelsberg – Berlin’s Secret with a View

If she had to single out one place every visitor to Berlin should see, her answer is clear: Teufelsberg. It is an abandoned Cold War–era spy station, built atop a hill made from postwar rubble, located in the western part of the city.

I visited it shortly after arriving in Berlin and immediately felt a special connection to the place. It has a slightly eerie but fascinating character, and from the towers you get an incredible panoramic view of the entire city and the forests surrounding it.

Today, Teufelsberg is a meeting point of history and contemporary art. Visitors can wander through old structures covered in graffiti, where political messages, street art, and traces of the past intersect.

“I’ve taken friends there who were visiting Berlin for the first time, and everyone was amazed by that mix of abandonment and vibrant art. For me, this place perfectly reflects Berlin’s creative spirit,” she says.

Her recommendation is to visit Teufelsberg at sunset.

“That’s when the entire area takes on a calm, almost unreal atmosphere that feels uniquely Berlin,” she adds.

A Local Tip for the Full Experience

On the way to Teufelsberg, there’s another spot worth adding to your plan—Drachenberg, also known as Dragon Hill. It’s a favorite place for Berliners to relax and fly kites, especially during the summer.

From there, you get a perfect view of Teufelsberg’s towers, making it an ideal stop before the main visit.

Berlin as a Way of Life

For Jowita, sharing Berlin on social media is not a job—it’s a passion.

“Sharing my love for the city allows me to meet incredible people, discover new places, and collaborate with interesting brands. Berlin always offers something new, which is why I never stop exploring it,” she tells us.

Through her lens, Berlin is not just a tourist destination, but a way of life—a city of freedom, contrasts, and creativity, best experienced slowly, with curiosity and an open mind.

• Written by: Anđelka Marković/HEDONIST