Discover Berlin's Repair Cafés: Your Local Fix-It Spaces
Berlin is home to a vibrant network of 17 free repair cafés scattered across neighborhoods like Kreuzberg, Neukölln, and Mitte. Here, you can find skilled volunteers ready to help you breathe new life into your broken devices, bikes, and household items. No appointment necessary—just bring your items and join us in the community spirit!
What Are Repair Cafés?
Repair cafés are community-driven spaces where:
Free repair services are offered (though donations are always welcome).
Skilled hobby technicians provide their expertise with a full toolkit in hand.
A learn-by-doing approach encourages everyone to get involved.
All experience levels are warmly welcomed.
What Can You Bring?
🚲 Bicycles
Flat tires and punctures
Brake adjustments
Gear problems
Chain issues
📱 Electronics
Smartphones and tablets
Laptops and computers
Music systems and speakers
Small appliances
🏠 Household Appliances
Coffee makers
Toasters and kettles
Vacuum cleaners
Lamps and lighting
🔌 Electronic Devices
Radios and audio equipment
Gaming devices
Charging issues
Cable repairs
Where Are These Repair Cafés?
We've put together a comprehensive database that includes:
Exact addresses for all 17 cafés
Operating hours and schedules
Specialty skills at each location
Contact information
A handy interactive map (coming soon!)
Neighborhoods Covered
Our repair cafés are spread all over Berlin, including:
Brunnenviertel
Kreuzberg
Neukölln
Friedrichshain
Prenzlauer Berg
Charlottenburg
Schöneberg
Wedding
Lichtenberg
Mitte
Pankow
Tempelhof
Steglitz
...and more!
My Firsthand Experience at a Repair Café
Location: Brunnenviertel Repair Café
What I Brought: A non-functional Bluetooth speaker
The Experience:
Warmly welcomed by friendly volunteers
Speaker diagnosed within 5 minutes
Repaired on-site with expert guidance
Gained troubleshooting skills
Left with a fully functional device!
Atmosphere: A community-focused and educational space
How Do Repair Cafés Work?
Check the Schedule: Most cafés operate monthly or bi-weekly.
Bring Your Item: No need for an appointment—first-come, first-served.
Meet the Volunteers: You'll find skilled technicians ready to lend a hand.
Learn & Repair: Collaborate to fix your item together.
Optional Donation: Help support the café's ongoing efforts.
Why Visit a Repair Café?
💰 Save Money
Enjoy free services and avoid repair costs.
🌱 Environmental Impact
Cut down on e-waste
Extend product lifespans
Support the circular economy
🎓 Learn Skills
Hands-on repair education
Troubleshooting techniques
Tool familiarity
🤝 Community Building
Connect with neighbors
Share knowledge
Strengthen the repair culture
Support the Right-to-Repair Movement
Repair cafés are at the heart of:
Empowering consumers through accessible repair
Promoting skill sharing and community wisdom
Reducing waste and fostering sustainability
Enhancing local resilience and self-sufficiency
When You Can't Make It to a Repair Café...
Repair Circle steps up with an alternative:
Professional repair technicians available
At-home service options
Quick turnaround times
Complex repairs handled with care
Find Your Nearest Repair Café
Use our interactive directory to locate repair cafés near you, complete with:
Current operating hours
Upcoming event dates
Special focus areas
Accessibility information
Join the Repair Movement
Whether you visit a repair café or opt for Repair Circle's professional services, every repair contributes to:
♻️ Less waste in landfills
🌍 A lower carbon footprint
💪 A stronger local community
🔧 Empowered consumers
Start your repair journey today and be part of Berlin's thriving repair culture!