Gedenkstätte Bernburg: Remembering the Victims of Nazi Euthanasia
A sobering memorial at the site of the former Bernburg Euthanasia Centre, commemorating the victims of Nazi Germany's 'euthanasia' program.
The Gedenkstätte Bernburg, located in the former Bernburg Euthanasia Centre, commemorates the over 14,000 people murdered here during the Nazi regime. It serves as a place of remembrance and education, documenting the atrocities committed against those deemed 'unworthy of life'.
A brief summary to Gedenkstätte Bernburg
- c/o Fachklinikum Bernburg, Olga-Benario-Straße 16/18, Bernburg, 06406, DE
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- Tuesday 9 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-4 pm
- Thursday 9 am-4 pm
Local tips
- The Gedenkstätte is located on the grounds of a working hospital; please be respectful of patients and staff.
- Photography and filming are prohibited on the grounds of the Fachklinikum to protect patient privacy.
- The memorial is closed on public holidays.
- Consider booking a guided tour in advance to gain a deeper understanding of the site's history and significance.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From Bernburg Hauptbahnhof (main train station), take bus lines 113 or 114 towards Fachklinikum Bernburg. Get off at the 'Bernburg, Klinikum' stop, which is directly in front of the hospital grounds where the memorial is located. The bus ride takes approximately 10-15 minutes. A single bus fare is around €2-3. Check local transport websites for the most up-to-date schedules and fares.
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Walking
From the center of Bernburg (e.g., Karlsplatz), head east on Kustrenaer Straße, which becomes Olga-Benario-Straße. Follow Olga-Benario-Straße for approximately 2 km. The Fachklinikum Bernburg, where the Gedenkstätte is located, will be on your right. The walk takes approximately 25-30 minutes. There are sidewalks along the route.
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Taxi
Taxis are available in Bernburg. A taxi ride from the Bernburg train station or city center to the Gedenkstätte Bernburg (located at the Fachklinikum Bernburg, Olga-Benario-Straße 16/18) typically costs around €10-€15, depending on traffic. Several taxi companies operate in Bernburg, including Wilfried Altzschner and Taxibetrieb Teichert Karsten.
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Parking
If arriving by car, parking is available at or near the Fachklinikum Bernburg. Limited parking may be available directly at the clinic. Additional parking options include the Karlsplatz Tiefgarage (underground parking) in the city center, a 25-30 minute walk. Parking fees at Karlsplatz Tiefgarage are around €0.50 for 30 minutes, €1 for 1 hour, with a daily maximum of €9. The Parkhaus Buschweg is another option.
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