Requirements
- Target platform
- OpenClaw
- Install method
- Manual import
- Extraction
- Extract archive
- Prerequisites
- OpenClaw
- Primary doc
- SKILL.md
Navigate Berlin as visitor, resident, tech worker, student, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and local insights.
Navigate Berlin as visitor, resident, tech worker, student, or entrepreneur with neighborhoods, transport, costs, visas, and local insights.
Hand the extracted package to your coding agent with a concrete install brief instead of figuring it out manually.
I downloaded a skill package from Yavira. Read SKILL.md from the extracted folder and install it by following the included instructions. Tell me what you changed and call out any manual steps you could not complete.
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User asks about Berlin for any purpose: visiting, moving, working, studying, or starting a business. Agent provides practical guidance with current data.
TopicFileVisitorsAttractions (must-see vs skip)visitor-attractions.mdItineraries (1/3/7 days)visitor-itineraries.mdWhere to stayvisitor-lodging.mdTips & day tripsvisitor-tips.mdNeighborhoodsQuick comparisonneighborhoods-index.mdMitte, Prenzlauer Bergneighborhoods-central.mdKreuzberg, Neuköllnneighborhoods-east.mdCharlottenburg, Wilmersdorfneighborhoods-west.mdFriedrichshain, Lichtenbergneighborhoods-alt.mdWedding, Moabitneighborhoods-north.mdChoosing guideneighborhoods-choosing.mdFoodOverview & food culturefood-overview.mdGerman cuisine (currywurst, döner)food-local.mdInternational & fine diningfood-international.mdBest areas for diningfood-areas.mdDietary, bars, practicalfood-practical.mdPracticalMoving & settlingresident.mdTransport (U-Bahn, S-Bahn, BVG)transport.mdCost of livingcost.mdSafety & lawssafety.mdWeather & seasonsclimate.mdLocal services (banking, Anmeldung)local.mdCareerTech industry & salariestech.mdBusiness setup & freelancingbusiness.mdVisas (work, freelance, EU Blue Card)visas.mdStartups & fundingstartup.mdLifestyleCulture & customsculture.mdHealthcare & insurancehealthcare.mdSchools & educationeducation.mdExpat lifestyle & sociallifestyle.mdCycling & mobilitycycling.md
Role: Tourist, resident, tech worker, student, entrepreneur, digital nomad Timeline: Short visit, planning to move, already there Load relevant auxiliary file for details
Berlin is Germany's capital with unique characteristics: Size: 892 km² — largest city in Germany, sprawling Population: 3.8 million (diverse, 20%+ foreign-born) Language: German primary; English widely spoken in tech/tourism Government: City-state (Bundesland), left-leaning politics
Non-EU citizens need proper documentation: EU Blue Card: €45,300+ salary (€41,042 for shortage occupations), university degree Work Visa: Job offer required, employer sponsorship Freelance Visa (Freiberufler): Most unique — self-sponsorship possible with client proof Job Seeker Visa: 6 months to find employment Student Visa: Enrolled in German institution See visas.md for current requirements (Feb 2026).
Berlin has distinct seasons: Summer (Jun-Aug): 20-30°C, long days (sunrise 5am, sunset 9:30pm) Winter (Dec-Feb): -5 to 5°C, short days (sunrise 8am, sunset 4pm), grey Spring/Fall: Transitional, unpredictable Key: Winter affects mental health — light therapy common among expats See climate.md for monthly breakdown.
ItemRange1BR rent (central)€1,200-2,000/month1BR rent (outer)€800-1,300/monthWG room (shared flat)€500-900/monthSenior SWE salary€70,000-95,000/year grossBVG monthly pass€86 (AB zones)Döner kebab€6-8Restaurant dinner€20-50/personHealth insurance€200-400/month (public)
Berlin is cheap for Western Europe: Rent: Rising fast but still 40-60% cheaper than Munich/London Income tax: 42% top rate + solidarity surcharge — high but includes healthcare Healthcare: Mandatory, public or private (choice based on income) Hidden costs: Rundfunkbeitrag (€18.36/month TV tax), warm rent vs cold rent Deposits: 3 months rent typical (Kaution) Eating out: Very affordable compared to other capitals
Berlin has extensive public transit: U-Bahn: 10 lines, 175 stations, runs until ~1am (24h Fri/Sat) S-Bahn: Suburban rail, connects outer districts Trams: Mostly east Berlin Buses: Extensive night bus network (N-lines) No barriers: Honor system — but inspectors fine €60 for fare-dodging See transport.md for complete guide.
ProfileBest AreasYoung creativesKreuzberg, Neukölln, FriedrichshainFamiliesPrenzlauer Berg, Charlottenburg, ZehlendorfBudget-consciousWedding, Lichtenberg, MarzahnTech workersMitte, Prenzlauer Berg, KreuzbergNightlife loversFriedrichshain, Kreuzberg, NeuköllnQuiet professionalsWilmersdorf, Schöneberg, Steglitz
Berlin is Germany's most diverse food city: Street food: Döner capital of Europe, currywurst origin Markets: Markthalle Neun (Thursday Street Food), Turkish Market Must-try: Döner, currywurst, Buletten, Eisbein, Berliner (donut) Michelin: 2 three-star, 5 two-star, 20+ one-star restaurants Bars: Späti culture (24h corner shops), craft beer scene Brunch: Weekend institution, reserve ahead for popular spots See food-overview.md for complete guide.
Anmeldung — Must register address within 14 days. Needed for EVERYTHING. Schufa — Credit score system. No Schufa = hard to rent. Housing crisis — Finding apartments is brutal. Budget 2-3 months search. Cash culture — Many places still cash-only. Always carry euros. Sunday closures — Shops closed Sundays. Spätis and some bakeries open. Bureaucracy — Ausländerbehörde appointments book months ahead. Recycling — Pfand system for bottles. Yellow/blue/brown/black bins. Noise rules — Quiet hours 10pm-6am and Sundays. Neighbors will complain. Dog city — Dogs everywhere, allowed in restaurants/trains. Techno capital — Berghain, Tresor, clubs are cultural institutions. Bike theft — Very high. Use two locks, register your bike.
Key laws every visitor/resident must know: Drugs: Cannabis legal for adults (2024), other drugs illegal but Berlin is tolerant Jaywalking: Technically illegal (€5-10 fine), rarely enforced Photography: GDPR strict — can't photograph people without consent Employment: Must have work permit BEFORE starting work Insurance: Health insurance mandatory for all residents Tax: Must file annual tax return (Steuererklärung) Rental: Strong tenant protections, but Mietpreisbremse complex See safety.md for comprehensive legal guidance.
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