
Monumentc3124209…c0cePlace of Remembrance
Alexander von Humboldt
Stele commemorating the rebuilding of Humboldthain
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Created by Karl Wenke, this stone stele commemorates the rebuilding of Humboldthain after World War II. Erected in 1952, it bears an inscription about the reconstruction by Weddinger emergency workers. Standing at 1.9 meters tall, it symbolizes renewal and community solidarity.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1952
- Height
- 1.9 m
- Wheelchair Access
- Fully accessible
Guided Story
In front of you stands a modest stone stele, erected in 1952 by Karl Wenke. This memorial commemorates the rebuilding of Humboldthain after World War II. Take a moment to read the inscription, which speaks of the Weddinger emergency workers who took on this task. Standing at 1.9 meters tall, it symbolizes renewal and community solidarity. Just 123 meters to the west lies Volkspark Humboldthain, a space that was also reshaped after the war's devastation. To the east, you'll find the Himmelfahrtskirche, another reminder of the area's rich history. This stele stands as a silent witness to a time of rebuilding and renewed courage.
Location
Nearby

Volkspark Humboldthain
123 m away

Himmelfahrtskirche
143 m away

Berlin Underworlds Museum
329 m away

Archäologisches Fenster zur alten Himmelfahrtkirche
286 m away

Biberbrunnen
251 m away

Mahnmal der Einheit Deutschlands
311 m away

Mythos Germania
479 m away

Swinemünder Brücke
550 m away
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