Popular things get copied. This also applies to delicacies such as champagne, parmesan or prosciutto di Parma - and currywurst. That's why there are protected geographical indication (PGI). Champagne, for example, can only come from Champagne and must meet a number of other criteria in order to ensure quality and protect the cultural asset from imitation.

What hardly anyone knows is that the “Original Berliner Currywurst” is also a culinary heritage whose quality and authenticity is safeguarded by regional protection measures in order to preserve its unique taste and the tradition associated with it.

Only currywurst that is produced in Berlin according to defined standards may therefore bear this title. This means that not every currywurst sold in Berlin is an “Original Berliner Currywurst”. If you know this, you have a clear advantage in terms of enjoyment and get an authentic Berlin experience instead of a lousy copy.

Where can I get the “Original Berliner Currywurst”?

So if you want to be sure that you are enjoying the “Original Berliner Currywurst”, you can either buy it yourself directly from a manufacturer - mischau has its “Leckerladen” at Wiesendamm 29-31. Here you can be sure that the currywurst is made according to quality standards and comes fresh on your plate. Or you can go to an authentic Berlin currywurst snack bar that actually sells the “Original Berliner Currywurst”. To make your search as easy as possible, we have compiled all the currywurst snack bars in Berlin in our currywurst finder and noted if they serve “Original Berliner Currywurst”.

The meaning of the protected geographical indication

When you choose an “Original Berliner Currywurst”, you are supporting local producers and helping to preserve the tradition and quality of this Berlin classic. So, the next time you fancy a currywurst, check out our currywurst finder and treat yourself to the original!