Memorial of the Berlin Wall

Memorial of the Berlin Wall

Memorial of the Berlin Wall
4.5
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
The Berlin Wall Memorial is the central memorial site of German division, located in the middle of the capital. Situated at the historic site on Bernauer Strasse, it extends along 1.4 kilometers of the former border strip. The memorial contains the last piece of Berlin Wall with the preserved grounds behind it and is thus able to convey an impression of how the border fortifications developed until the end of the 1980s. The events that took place here together with the preserved historical remnants and traces of border obstacles on display help to make the history of Germany's division comprehensible to visitors. The memorial is part of the Berlin Wall Foundation, which also includes the Marienfelde Refugee Center Museum, the central site dedicated to the history of flight and emigration in divided Germany. MOBILE TOURGUIDE Visitors to the Berlin Wall Memorial who have a smartphone or a tablet computer with internet access at their disposal have the opportunity to select an individual tour of the memorial grounds for themselves on the memorial's mobile website berliner-mauer.mobi.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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The area
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Neighbourhood: Mitte (Borough)
How to get there
  • Nordbahnhof • 5 min walk
  • Bernauer Straße • 7 min walk
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  • keyfauvert
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great experience.
    Berlin did a great job preserving a section of the Berlin Wall. The Topography of Terror Museum is free and excellent. Very educational and sad to learn what took place here but very well laid out. You get the full history from the rise of Hitler to his death. Highly recommended.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 19 October 2023
  • Peter B
    Cincinnati, Ohio432 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must-see, but having a guide is very helpful
    I toured this part of the city that holds remnant of the original wall with a guide. Even though there are large posters with explanations running throughout, having someone provide context and explanation is very helpful, especially to an outsider. I would recommend also seeing the DDR Museum, the Stasi Museum, and the German Spy Museum along with this Memorial.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 24 October 2023
  • hjb00123
    20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must see if in Berlin
    Take the S-bahn to Nordbahnhof and you are right opposite the Berlin Wall Information Centre which is worth popping in to collect the free maps. The maps have QR codes to audio guides varying from 30 mins to 90 mins depending on how long you want to stay there which I thought were very good and made sure you covered all the main points of interest. I went as far down as the tower which was probably about half the length. This houses another free museum which was very interesting and worth going in, probably took 1.5 - 2 hours in total. Very interesting and well worth a trip. One of the best things I did in Berlin.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 5 November 2023
  • dudoldve
    Bokeelia, Florida413 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place to view the wall
    This was our first stop when we arrived in Berlin. It is a great place to view and get up close to the wall. Take some time to read the outside displays. A must see in a city with many must sees.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 19 November 2023
  • Haji
    London, United Kingdom12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see in Berlin
    This memorial is a must-see for anyone visiting Berlin! It's a great way to learn about the history of the city and the struggle for a democratic Germany. Plus, it's a great place to take a selfie and show off your knowledge of the city's history!
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 1 December 2023
  • Bridges Levine
    Singapore, Singapore9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A monumental reminder of a divided city
    The monument itself is a powerful reminder of the city's history as a divided city, with the iconic Checkpoint Charlie standing as a stark reminder of the former border between East and West Germany. The memorial is a great way to explore the history of the city and the wall, with a variety of interactive exhibits and displays. And the views from the top are spectacular! It's a great way to get a unique perspective on the city and its past.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 6 December 2023
  • tinylass
    Sheffield, United Kingdom5,820 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting sight to see
    Good place to brush up on your history as there is quite a lot of information about the area and what happened, including the people who attempted to climb the wall and didn't make it. Quite a big chunk of the wall is still up and also around the site. Very interesting and worth a visit.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 8 December 2023
  • jktrock
    Baumholder, Germany1,376 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Buy pieces of Berlin Wall here
    Not gonna write about the place itself. If you are visiting Berlin, I am sure it’s on your list and it’s definitely worth visiting. Just bear in mind, it’s all outdoors so dress appropriately for the weather. With that being said, the gift shop across the street from the park sells Berlin Wall souvenirs (stones) way cheaper than at Checkpoint Charlie
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 18 December 2023
  • John P
    Melbourne, Australia1,162 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A most moving visit
    I found this very moving. It represents history I grew up with, news reports of young East Germans pointlessly killed by their own people. Looking at the memorial to these people and seeing their faces was moving but so too the realisation that a wall was constructed to separate two communities of the same city! How stupid we can be.
    Visited December 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 17 January 2024
  • Tony Eyu Wei Chong
    Singapore502 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    How Not To See The Berlin Wall In Berlin
    It was recommended by my friend to visit this part of Berlin to see Berlin Wall. It was fragments of the wall left with strong everlasting message to appreciate peace, and unity especially at these time. It was drizzling and cold yet totally worth it.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 8 February 2024
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The Swiss Nomad
Lugano, Switzerland3,510 contributions
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Jan 2020 • Couples
During our stay in Berlin we visited this memorial, which was about a 10-min walk from Alexanderplatz.
There is not a whole lot remaining from the wall here, so there are mostly information desks explaining what happened and when, describing how life was back then and how people managed to escape.
It was nice (also because outside it was freezing cold) but after some time my interest faded as it gets crowded and you have to wait your turn to read.
From the top floor of the building we could catch a glimpse of how Berlin was separated.
A good attraction all in all.
Written 8 January 2020
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Ana G
Sydney, Australia416 contributions
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Jun 2019
It is a great reminder of the past. It is well done with plenty of information.

The way the city has commemorated the wall throughout all of Berlin with the copper line and cobble stone footpaths really show people how the city was divided in an powerful and yet subtle way.
Written 13 April 2020
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Palletts2013
Stayton, OR660 contributions
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Oct 2019 • Friends
It’s a wall, so not much to see, but the history behind the wall is fascinating. It represented the separation of east and west, the memorial is only about 200 feet long. However, the Berlin Wall itself went right through the middle of the city and was 91 miles long around West Berlin and had 302 watch towers. The memorial is a good place to get the facts on the wall.
Written 19 April 2020
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James H
Greenville, SC49 contributions
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Mar 2020
As mid-60's Americans whose formative years were defined by the Cold War, this was a must-see for us while in Berlin. We arrived late in the day and were not able to spend as much time as we would have liked but the outdoor displays and illuminated exhibits with recordings of news reports from the early 60's were very well done and made what we were seeing come alive. The displays and pictures of those who were killed trying to cross into West Berlin was sobering. The nearby U-Bahn train station (which had been blocked up by the East Germans until reunification) also had some excellent displays. We will return to spend more time here in our next trip to Berlin.
Written 16 March 2020
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CATTSAR
Provincetown, MA22,598 contributions
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Oct 2019
Of all the reminders of the Cold War, the Berlin Wall is probably the most recognized. I was not sure what to expect, perhaps just some rubble, this was not the case at all. There are many sections of the wall remaining without restricting movement around the city. Amazingly, most of the wall has been turned into an ongoing, ever changing art gallery exhibiting a wide range of contemporary art and medium. On any tour you will continue to come across pieces still standing. From something evil comes art, what a great redemption.
Written 2 January 2020
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GoGo5858
Prague, Czech Republic484 contributions
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Jul 2020
Highly recommended. Spent here about two hours. Close to the city center.

The visitor center is currently closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The documentation center is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 12 - 17 (12 pm - 5 pm). Free of charge. A facemask is mandatory.

Inside you could see a lot of pictures about the particular place (Bernauer Str.). Do not forget to see a short film about the friendly revolution in the former GDR (with English subtitles). The highlight is a watching tower where you can see the dead strip.

Easily accessible on foot and the public transport (S Bahn Nordbahnhof)
Written 1 August 2020
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Natalie Germany
Munich, Germany10 contributions
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Oct 2019
Here in this place you understand the importance of life. Child or grown up you understand that the city was separated by the wall that you now so easy make walks. The wall is full of paints with a lot of meaning.

Interested place to visit in the night or day!
Written 30 September 2020
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mrd0t
Philadelphia, PA9 contributions
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Dec 2019
It's a remarkable memorial, which blends preserved sections of the wall with outlines and plaques along Bernauer Strasse. Together, these elements give a good idea of the scope of the area cleared for the "death strip", which the city has largely reclaimed in the decades after reunification. A small museum tells the stories of regular Berliners who lived on the fault-line between the two sides of the Cold War.
Written 12 January 2020
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Andrew S
Aberdeen, UK242 contributions
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Feb 2020
Getting off the underground at the top of Benauer street and walking down, there was lots to see along the wall. Seeing what happened to that street is really intersting, and there is a guard tower exhibit half way down. This is really good.
Continuing along there is a muesum building at the bottom which shows some interesting documentaries about how the wall was built and guarded.
Written 31 January 2021
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Bryant
New York City, NY63 contributions
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Jan 2020
The berlin wall memorial is quite stunning. Seeing the photos of the victims as well as hearing their stories was quite amazing and very moving. If you can, get yourself a guide that will elaborate more on the topic. Our group gained so much from this experience. FYI - the east side gallery where all the graffiti and street art is located in a different part of the city not anywhere close to this memorial. If you want to do that, you'll have to take a taxi or the metro there.
Written 5 February 2020
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