Gedenkstätte Plötzensee is a memorial in Berlin to people murdered there by the Nazi regime’s political justice system. Inside the small memorial building, photographs and information tell the stories of political prisoners from the 1930s and 1940s. The quiet setting gives you space to read and reflect; the subject is painful, and the displays describe atrocities in direct terms. Come to learn about this history, and allow time to take in the material at your own pace.
The memorial and its subject
Gedenkstätte Plötzensee commemorates people killed at the site under Nazi political justice. The memorial’s displays focus on political prisoners during the 1930s and 1940s, presenting their experiences through photographs and information about real people.
The building is small, but its subject is difficult. Read at a pace that feels comfortable, and leave room to pause between the displays.
A quiet visit
The memorial is in Berlin’s Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district, at Hüttigpfad 16. Its subdued setting supports a reflective visit. The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible.
The memorial is free to visit. If you want additional historical context, check whether a guided tour is available before you go.
FAQ
Is Gedenkstätte Plötzensee free to visit?
Yes. The memorial is free to the public.
What is Gedenkstätte Plötzensee about?
It commemorates people murdered at the site under Nazi political justice and presents stories of political prisoners from the 1930s and 1940s.
Is the memorial wheelchair accessible?
The entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible.
