Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, also called the Holocaust Memorial is an undulating 4.7 acre monument consisting of a grid of 2,711 concrete slabs (stalae) of varying height. Completed in December 2004 and dedicated on May 10, 2005, it is a place that will make an indelible impact on you.
While Peter Eisenman, the New York architect who designed the memorial, denies having any intention of the memorial resembling a burial site, many visitors do sense a resemblance to a cemetery or rows upon rows of coffins. However, this is an abstract memorial that can symbolize a very dark time and event in many different to different people.
The important thing is to remember, respect the many Jews who lost their lives in unspeakable ways during this dark time and to learn how small acts of discrimination and violence can quickly lead to much great atrocities.
As you venture deep into this memorial, take time to reflect and try to understand the great loss that was inflicted on people no different that you and I.
During your visit it is important to visit the underground Place of Information situated at the eastern edge. There you will find a timeline of events and much more detail and insight into the holocaust. There are themed rooms where you will find photographs, biographies, letters and even personal items of some of the families that suffered.
Facts For Your Visit
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Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.
- Tuesday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Category: Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Address:
Cora-Berliner-Str. 1
10117 Berlin
Germany
Phone: +49 30 2639430
Reviews
Crystal K. Jun-27-2023
created in 2005. This memorial is controversial because it created a long time after world war 2 to remember the crimes in a large and public manner.... Read More
Israel G. May-03-2023
I visited in November 2022 but wasn't allowed to go into the downstairs area of the memorial because I didn't have a COVID mask on. At this point and time,... Read More
Vincent L. Jan-04-2023
[Updated to include pictures] Opened to the public in 2005, this memorial to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust features 2,711 concrete blocks lined up as... Read More
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Nearest S-Bahn, U-Bahn Line(s): S1, S2, S25, S25, S26, U55
Nearest S-Bahn, U-Bahn Station(s): Brandenburger Tor
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