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Urban Explorer #4

How did you get started with urban exploration?

I was looking for something about photo editing, and came across HDR photos, which are mainly used in urbex photos, and was immediately enthusiastic..

What was the first location you explored?

HorrorLabs

What attracts you to abandoned buildings and locations?

Often not knowing what took place there, stepping into someone's life.

Do you have a favorite urbex location? If so, which one and why?

Villa Wallfahrt, Dr. Anna, Dr. Pepito. Homes like these, where literally everything was still present, you hardly find anymore these days.

What's your most memorable experience during urban exploring?

Being chased by dogs in Spreepark.

What equipment do you always take with you during your explorations?

Camera, flashlight, good sturdy shoes, lots of food.

Have you ever experienced dangerous situations while urban exploring?

Almost stepped on a nail, chased by a car, my car got blocked in by a possible owner. Chased by 2 dogs.

How do you prepare for an urbex adventure?

Hours of searching Google Maps and the internet for tips/clues.

What are the most important safety measures you take while urban exploring?

If it doesn't feel right, don't do it.

Have you ever asked for permission to explore a location? If so, how did that go?

Yes, sometimes okay, sometimes not, always stay polite.

What are the biggest challenges you encounter during urban exploring?

Thorny bushes 😂

How do you handle the ethical aspects of urbex, such as respecting property and privacy?

That's the whole point of urban exploring, just taking photos and leaving everything as you find it.

What are your tips for beginning urbexers?

Behave normally, don't break anything. Keep locations truly secret, and don't act like you discovered urban exploring.

How do you document your discoveries? Do you use photography or video, for example?

Photos and occasionally video.

Have you ever found anything unexpected or unusual while urban exploring?

Not sure, a deceased cat, a homeless person.