Berlin Wall Memorial
The Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer), not to be confused with the East Side Gallery, is an open air memorial running alongside Bernauer Straße. This memorial will give you a real sense of what it was like for the people who lived next to the wall as it went up. You'll also learn how a number of them escaped.
Located at the corner of Ackerstraße, it is the only remaining portion of the wall where the border grounds have also been preserved.
Here you'll find not a section of the Berlin Wall, but also the inner wall, signal fence, border control road and guard tower, all used to deter anyone from trying to cross.
Don't miss the Visitor Centre and the Documentation Centre complete with a viewing platform. They are located across the street in the area that belonged to West Berlin when the city was divided. Entry to these is free and the multimedia experience is enlightening and well worth seeing.
On the border grounds you will find the Chapel of Reconciliation and also the foundation of an apartment building whose facade served as a portion of the wall until the early 1980s.
This area is also where the first chunks were broken off the Wall on the historical nights of November 10th and 11th 1989.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoBerlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer) Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Address: Bernauer Str. 111, 13355 Berlin, Germany
Phone: 030 213085123
Official Website: Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer)
Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer) Reviews
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The Berlin Wall Memorial offers a poignant and insightful journey into Germany's divided past. With its striking exhibits, preserved segments of the wall, and informative displays, visitors gain a deep understanding of the Cold War era. A must-visit for anyone seeking to comprehend the significance of this historic barrier.
Amit Chowdhury - a week ago
The Berlin Wall Memorial was very appropriate for the type of historic memorial to loss that it is. I appreciate the art installation of steel rods where visitors can pass through and see how the wall divides them and fellow tourists. I also appreciated the memorials to crossers who died seeking a better life. Thank you to the people who dedicated this memorial.
Conrad Zbikowski - in the last week
Interesting place to discover the history of the walk. Push button system on pillars for audio and some video. Be careful of the gypsies trying to get money off you, scamming a petition to be signed for the deaf, for a few euros. No shame.
Paul Dunne - a week ago
Really sad but a must visit. The thought of a wall going up through a city. Families and friends split up over night. One side prospers other side doesn’t have that luxury. Really sad. The scale of the wall is crazy and I could not imagine being there in the 60s, 70s and 80s. History can be a hard lesson to learn sometimes.
ashley W - a month ago
Visited the Berlin Wall 3 weeks ago—powerful and moving experience. A historic landmark symbolizing unity, freedom, and the triumph of hope. A must-see! Standing before it, I felt the weight of history, resilience, and the triumph of reunification. It's not just a physical barrier but a testament to human spirit. Undoubtedly, the Berlin Wall stands as one of the best tourist destinations. Its historical importance, the emotional impact of its remnants, and the narrative of unity make it a must-visit. A poignant journey through time, offering invaluable insights into the human spirit.
farbod alidaei - 2 months ago
Directions
How to get to Berlin Wall Memorial (Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer) by U-Bahn, S-Bahn or MetroTram
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or MetroTram Line(s): S1, S2, S25, U6, U8, M10
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn or MetroTram Station(s): U Bernauer Straße, S Berlin Nordbahnhof, U Schwartzkopffstraße
From Berlin Nordbahnhof: Exit to your right and go north through Elisabeth-Schwarzhaupt-Platz (plaza), right on Julie-Wolfthorn-Straße and continue on Bernauer Straße.
From U BernauerStraße Station: on U8 exit and go left onto Bernauer Straße where you can walk for about 8 minutes or wait for the M10 Tram and ride for about 1 minute followed by an additional brief walk.
From Schwartzkopffstraße Station: on U6 exit and head southeast on Chausseestraße, left on Schwartzkopffstraße, continue on the path into the park, go right on the next path in the park and follow it to Bernauer Straße and go left.
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