The aim of this class is to provide a better and deeper understanding of the German culture, the history of the country, and the mentality of its people. The testlab being based in the capital of Germany, a strong emphasis will be put on the very unique situation and position of Berlin in the past, in the present, and in the future. In order to take full advantage of the fact that we are "vor Ort," all lectures will be accompanied by extensive field trips. Thus, we will not only visit different museums, exhibitions or architectural landmarks but-as important-will experience the city, different urban lifestyles, and "practice" MOBILITY. Traveling, being outside the studio is part of the course. The class shall be as closely linked to the studio classes as possible in order to further help generating a solid research foundation for the final designs of MOBILITIES 2030.