A group of 10 German A Level students took part in an immersive language trip to Berlin to deepen their understanding of the German capital with its history, politics, and culture. During guided tours to the German Parliament, the Berlin Wall Memorial and the Palace of Tears, our students explored Germany’s divided history and the current political situation with the vote of confidence and forthcoming election process explained. A visit to the DDR museum illustrated the daily life in the German Democratic Republic. We discussed the blend of modern and older architecture and the attempts to conserve and innovate at the same time. In the British Embassy, students were not only able to ask about careers in the diplomatic service and working abroad but also admire the British art on display and the meaning behind this modern building inspired by cheese. We also had a quick glimpse into the expressionist and modern art exhibition in the Neue Nationalgalerie and the street art museum Urban Nation. In addition, we experienced a musical taste of Berlin with an organ recital in the Berlin Cathedral, a live performance of some pieces of chamber music at the Berlin Philharmonic Concert Hall and a dress rehearsal for a Christmas concert at the Kaiser Wilhelm Gedächtniskirche. Traditional German food and various Christmas markets provided the cherry on top of the cake on this whirlwind visit to the German capital.