Berlin Wall Memorial

A portion of the Berlin Wall Memorial along Bernauer Strasse with the Chapel of Reconciliation in the background
A portion of the Berlin Wall Memorial along Bernauer Strasse with the Chapel of Reconciliation in the background cc licensed photo by Nicolás Boullosa

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: No

Berlin 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

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating The Berlin Wall Memorial is a must-visit for anyone wanting to understand the city’s divided past. The open-air site includes preserved wall sections, the “death strip,” and an original watchtower. The Visitor Center and Documentation Center provide excellent exhibits with historical context, and the Observation Tower offers a sobering view of the former border. Facilities like the Chapel of Reconciliation and the Window of Remembrance add a reflective and emotional touch. Clear signage, free entry, and accessibility throughout make this an informative and moving experience.
ishantha hewaratne - a month ago

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5 Star Rating The Berlin Wall Memorial offers one of the most profound and educational experiences in Berlin. Located along Bernauer Strasse, this open-air and indoor exhibition provides a moving tribute to the division of Germany and the impact the Berlin Wall had on everyday lives. What sets this memorial apart is its authenticity. A preserved stretch of the original wall stands as a haunting reminder of the Cold War era. Visitors can walk along the former "death strip," complete with a watchtower and steel markers indicating where tunnels were dug or where people attempted to escape. The outdoor exhibits are informative and well-organized, blending personal stories with political context. Free entry Deeply informative and emotionally powerful Combines outdoor and indoor exhibits Bilingual displays (German and English) Emotionally heavy for some visitors Some parts can be crowded in peak tourist seasons
Ali Murad - a month ago

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5 Star Rating Being born in the late 1980s I have heard about the Berlin Wall and it’s removal my entire life and I think it’s important for everyone older and younger to understand and see the remains of this wall to understand the historical significance of it. It’s one of those things that you can hear about it but once you see it, it really paints a more vivid picture. This little memorial is free to enter and has a few parts to it. There is the actual Berlin wall, a park next to it, and a tiny museum with a viewing platform across the street. It’s easy to spend less than an hour here, but the memories and thoughts will last a lot longer. I have seen the Berlin Wall before in my travels to Berlin and this time was just as pleasant because I was with people who had not seen it yet. I would definitely recommend to any fan of history, to anyone visiting Berlin, and to local children, who should learn the lessons of what this wall can teach.
Zan Lee - a month ago

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4 Star Rating We enjoyed our visit there, but found it a bit difficult to orient ourselves to what was available at the memorial. The displays were in English as well, but the overall direction for what we should view at the site was lacking.
Bruce & Tawnee Untethered - a week ago

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5 Star Rating The Berlin Wall Memorial is a powerful and moving experience—definitely a must-visit in Berlin. The combination of preserved sections of the Wall, informative displays, and the open-air layout makes it incredibly impactful. The memorial does an excellent job of capturing the history, tension, and human stories surrounding the division of Berlin. Walking along the site and seeing the remnants of the Wall helps you truly grasp the significance of what happened here. Highly recommended for history enthusiasts and anyone wanting a deeper understanding of the city’s past.
Chu Xi - 5 months ago

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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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