Heritage & monuments
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Located in central Berlin, this memorial consists of thousands of concrete slabs of varying heights arranged in a dense grid. Visitors walk through the undulating landscape of stone pillars to reflect on the Holocaust and honor the victims. The design creates a disorienting atmosphere as the ground slopes and the slabs rise above head level.
Getting There
The site is situated in the heart of the city. From Berlin city centre, it is accessible via the via S-Bahn or U-Bahn. Depending on your starting point, the journey typically takes 10 to 20 minutes using public transportation.
Time Allocation
Allow approximately 1 to 2 hours to walk through the field of slabs and visit the information center located underground.
When to Visit
The memorial is an open-air site and is accessible throughout the year. It often becomes crowded during peak tourist seasons and weekends. Visiting during early morning or late evening hours generally provides a quieter environment for reflection.
Nearby Attractions
Due to its central location, the memorial can be combined with other nearby sites:
- Academy of Arts, Berlin (0.1km)
- Pariser Platz (0.3km)
- Congress of Berlin (0.3km)
- Potsdamer Platz (0.6km)
Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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