City, Berlin
APIOpen government data API for Berlin, Germany
Overview
The City, Berlin API provides access to Berlin’s official open government datasets, including public transport schedules, environmental metrics, cultural institution listings, urban planning documents, and social service information. Endpoints support filtering and querying datasets by category, date, or keyword. Responses are primarily in JSON format. Use cases include building resident-focused apps (e.g., real-time transit trackers), conducting urban research, creating data visualizations for public policy analysis, and developing tools to enhance civic engagement in Berlin.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://daten.berlin.de/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful architecture
- JSON response format
- No API key required for public datasets
- Diverse dataset categories
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is City, Berlin free to use?
Yes, all public datasets via the City, Berlin API are free for both non-commercial and commercial use under open licenses like CC BY 3.0 DE.
? Does it require an API Key?
Most public datasets do not require an API key. However, restricted datasets or high-volume access may need registration for an API key.
? What is the response format?
The majority of endpoints return data in JSON format, though some datasets also offer CSV or XML as alternative formats.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free public access
- ⊕ Reliable official government source
- ⊕ Regularly updated datasets
- ⊕ Open license for commercial/non-commercial use
Cons
- ⊖ Some datasets only available in German
- ⊖ Potential rate limits for high-volume requests
- ⊖ Limited English documentation for certain endpoints