Brand: "Little Pripyat" stalker Tour
Feel like a real stalker walking through the streets of an abandoned military city from the GDR era. Under the guidance of an experienced urban explorer, you will experience a bygone era by visiting the Brand military airfield complex.
Price from – 99€
Duration – 6 hours
What you explore:
- Feel like an explorer of abandoned worlds
- Climb to the roof and sneak into hidden places
- Get impressive photos of an abandoned city
- Immerse yourself in the history of the GDR
- Enjoy the abandoned atmosphere and industrial aesthetics
F.A.Q.
– Dress according to the weather and be sure to wear comfortable shoes!
– Clothing must be black or camouflage.
– Be sure to take water with you if it’s hot outside.
Meeting Point
At Berlin Huuptbanhof
Flugplatz Brand, or “Brand Airfield,” is a historic site located near the small town of Brand in Brandenburg, Germany. This site, which was once an active airfield, has since gained attention for its abandoned barracks and bunkers that harken back to the turbulent times of World War II and the Cold War.
During World War II, Flugplatz Brand served as a Luftwaffe airfield, primarily used for training pilots and other aviation-related purposes. After the war, as Germany became divided into East and West, the airfield found itself in East Germany’s territory and became part of the Soviet-controlled German Democratic Republic (GDR). During the Cold War, it was further developed and fortified to support Soviet aviation.
The remnants of this historical period can be found in the form of abandoned barracks and bunkers on the site. These structures serve as a tangible reminder of the military activities and tensions of the era. The bunkers, in particular, were designed to withstand potential attacks and were equipped to house military personnel and equipment, including aircraft. The austere, concrete structures with their thick walls and underground chambers are stark symbols of the Cold War’s defensive preparedness.
Today, the Flugplatz Brand and its abandoned barracks and bunkers stand as a testament to the region’s complex history.