Berlin braces for icy winter while expanding school trip services and climate efforts
Berlin is preparing for winter with cold weather support and festive celebrations. The city has also expanded services for school trips while pushing ahead with climate initiatives. Meanwhile, icy conditions are set to hit overnight, bringing sleet and slippery roads.
A cold snap will sweep across Berlin overnight into Friday. Forecasters warn of widespread frost, sleet, and icy patches, though rain is expected to clear later. In response, the city has activated cold weather aid, including warming buses and emergency shelters for those in need.
Planning a school trip to the capital now comes with extra support. VisitBerlin offers tailored advice for itineraries and no-obligation accommodation quotes. Current options for school groups include the Amstel House Hostel in Moabit, featuring multi-bed rooms and shared bathrooms, and the Industriepalast in Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, which provides up to 400 beds with private or shared facilities. Both are centrally located and designed for group stays.
The city is also making long-term changes. Friedrichstraße is being transformed to give pedestrians more space, part of a broader effort to revitalise the area. At the same time, city-owned companies are boosting investments in climate protection measures.
New Year’s Eve celebrations will go ahead as planned. Fireworks at the Brandenburg Gate will mark the start of 2026, continuing Berlin’s tradition of ringing in the year with a public display.
Berlin’s winter preparations include emergency shelters and road safety warnings. School groups can now access personalised trip planning and central accommodation. With climate projects underway and festive events confirmed, the city is balancing seasonal challenges with long-term improvements.
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