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Spionagetunnel Operation „Gold“/„Stopwatch“

Cold War secrets beneath the surface

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Immerse yourself in the captivating story of Operation Gold or Stopwatch, a daring CIA project in the heart of the Cold War. The espionage tunnel in Berlin stands as a silent witness to an era of espionage and intrigue. While you can't enter the tunnel today, the tales surrounding these secret passages continue to enchant. Let the atmosphere of mystery captivate your imagination, pondering the secrets once hidden here.

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Did you know?

Operation Gold involved tapping East German phone lines from a tunnel secretly dug beneath the Soviet-controlled sector of Berlin.

Guided Story

Imagine standing above a hidden world of wires and cables that once buzzed with secrets. Right here in Altglienicke, where life feels ordinary today, agents were making history. If you look over to the Rudow-Altglienicke Park behind you, it's hard to believe such intense espionage was happening just nearby. Picture CIA and British Secret Intelligence Service agents working together to tap into Soviet army conversations. Every intercepted call was like finding a treasure. These tunnels weren't just physical structures; they were the heart of one of the Cold War's most daring spy operations. Embrace the whispers of the past and let your mind wander through the clandestine missions that unfolded here.