RAW-Gelände is a former railway repair yard at Revaler Straße 99 in Friedrichshain, now used by artists, small businesses, bars and clubs. Its old industrial buildings and changing street art make it a good place to wander with a camera, while the Sunday flea market adds vintage clothes, books, records and food stalls. You can also find a skate park, galleries, live music and places to eat and drink. Come in the evening for the bar scene, or visit on Sunday to browse the market.
From railway workshops to cultural spaces
RAW is short for Reichsbahn-Ausbesserungs-Werk, the railway repair facility that once occupied this site. Locomotive repairs took place here from 1867, and the workshops continued to serve the railway into the period before the Berlin Wall fell. After the yard declined in the 1990s, cultural and commercial projects began moving in during the early 2000s.
The site now brings together artist studios, galleries, small businesses, food spots and nightlife venues. Its buildings still have the look of a former industrial yard, with brick walls covered in murals and graffiti. The projects and artwork change, so a walk through the grounds is as much about looking closely as getting from one venue to another.
Street art, skating and live music
Murals and graffiti cover many of the old buildings, with works by known artists alongside anonymous contributions. The art is not fixed: new paint appears, and existing walls change over time. That makes the grounds a useful stop for street photography, even if you are not planning to stay for the evening.
For music, Astra Kulturhaus hosts live indie rock. Badehaus has a programme that spans styles including jazz, punk, folk and world music. Cassiopeia is among the complex’s clubs, and the site also has a skate park and climbing facilities. Check the individual venue before making a plan, since tickets are recommended for popular events.
Sunday market and food
The Sunday flea market is a good reason to visit during the day. Stalls sell second-hand clothes, books and records, alongside handmade goods, vintage finds and food. The mix includes local sellers and house-clearance dealers, so browsing is part of the visit rather than a quick stop at a single shop.
Food options are spread across the complex, and the traditional Christmas market is another seasonal draw. In summer, the biergarten gives you a place to sit with a drink. There is no single central dining room or menu to plan around, so choose a food stall or venue once you are on site.
Planning your visit
RAW-Gelände is at Revaler Straße 99 in Friedrichshain. Warschauer Straße is the nearby station named in the available directions, with a short walk from there to the site. You can explore the grounds independently or join a street-art walk that includes the area.
The complex works well as a flexible stop: spend time looking at the art, browse the market, then choose a bar, club or event. Its venues have different programmes and booking needs, so check the specific place you want to visit before setting off. Some businesses accept cards, while others are cash-only; carry cash as a backup.
Perguntas frequentes
What is RAW-Gelände in Berlin?
It is a former railway repair yard in Friedrichshain that now contains cultural projects, artist spaces, bars, clubs, food businesses and recreational facilities.
When is the RAW-Gelände flea market?
The flea market takes place on Sundays. It has second-hand clothes, books, records, vintage goods and food stalls.
How do you get to RAW-Gelände?
The address is Revaler Straße 99. Warschauer Straße station is nearby, followed by a short walk.
Do you need to book ahead?
Advance tickets or reservations are recommended for popular venues and events.
