Plötzensee Memorial: A Site of Remembrance
Reflect on the past at the Plötzensee Memorial, a poignant site commemorating the victims of Nazi injustice and resistance in a former execution site.
The Plötzensee Memorial stands as a somber reminder of the atrocities committed during the Nazi regime. Located on the site of the former Plötzensee Prison, where nearly 3,000 people were executed between 1933 and 1945, it serves as a place of reflection and remembrance for the victims of the Nazi judiciary. The memorial features the former execution chamber, a haunting space with stark walls and a heavy beam bearing the hooks from which many were hanged. A permanent exhibition documents the lives and fates of those who perished here, offering a poignant glimpse into the horrors of the past. The site provides a crucial space for education and contemplation, urging visitors to remember the victims of injustice and to stand against oppression.
A brief summary to Plötzensee monument
- Hüttigpfad 16, Berlin, Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, 13627, DE
- +49303443226
- Visit website
Local tips
- Allow ample time for reflection; the memorial's atmosphere and exhibits can be emotionally impactful.
- Check the official website for information on guided tours, which offer deeper insights into the site's history.
- Combine your visit with a walk around the nearby Plötzensee lake for a moment of quiet contemplation.
- Note that the memorial is closed on December 24-26 and December 31 - January 1.
- The Plötzensee Memorial Center is wheelchair accessible.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Plötzensee Memorial is accessible via public transport. Take the S41 or S42 S-Bahn to Beusselstraße station, or the U9 U-Bahn to Turmstraße station. From either station, take Bus 123 to the 'Gedenkstätte Plötzensee' stop, which is a short walk from the memorial entrance. A single ride ticket (Einzelfahrausweis) for zones A and B costs €3.50.
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