Trains to Life – Trains to Death: A Journey Through Memory
Discover the poignant history of the Kindertransport at Trains to Life – Trains to Death, a memorial in Berlin reflecting on resilience and hope.
Located in the heart of Berlin, this powerful memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the Kindertransport, showcasing the stories of Jewish children who fled Nazi Germany. The striking artwork and informative displays invite visitors to reflect on the resilience of the human spirit amidst tragedy.
A brief summary to Trains to Life – Trains to Death
- Georgenstraße 14, Berlin, Mitte, 10117, DE
- Visit website
Local tips
- Plan your visit during weekdays to avoid larger crowds.
- Take your time to read the informative panels for a deeper understanding of the memorial's significance.
- Consider visiting nearby museums for a comprehensive historical context.
Getting There
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Public Transport - S-Bahn
From Potsdam, head to Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (Main Train Station). Take the S7 S-Bahn line heading towards Ahrensfelde. Ride for approximately 30 minutes until you reach Berlin Friedrichstraße station. At Friedrichstraße, transfer to the S3, S5, S7, or S9 lines and continue towards Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Get off at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, then walk for about 10 minutes to Georgenstraße 14 by heading northeast on Clara-Jaschke-Straße and then taking a left onto Georgenstraße.
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Public Transport - Regional Train
From Potsdam, go to Potsdam Hauptbahnhof. Board a Regional Express (RE) train heading towards Berlin. Get off at Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Once you arrive, exit the station and walk northeast for about 10 minutes to reach Georgenstraße 14, following the same route along Clara-Jaschke-Straße and Georgenstraße.
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Bus
Catch bus 606 at any nearby bus stop in Potsdam heading towards S-Bahn station. Ride for about 20 minutes to reach the final stop, which is S-Bahn station in Berlin. From there, it is a short walk of about 15 minutes to Georgenstraße 14. Head northeast on Clara-Jaschke-Straße and take a left onto Georgenstraße.
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Walking
If you are already in the center of Potsdam, you can walk to the nearest S-Bahn station, Potsdam Hbf. From here, take the S-Bahn or any regional train to Berlin. Once at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, follow the walking directions mentioned earlier to reach Georgenstraße 14.
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