MonumentCultural Heritage Monument12f67b84…9d47Place of Remembrance
Berliner Bär (West)
A Stone Symbol for Berlin
Counts toward these achievements:
Berlin: First Steps10 pts
Berlin: Explorer25 pts
Berlin: Insider50 pts
Created in 1968 by artist Lily Voigt, the Berlin Bear is a cultural heritage monument. This 2.6-meter tall stone statue bears the inscription 'BERLIN' and serves as an iconic landmark.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1968
- Height
- 2.6 m
- Heritage Status
- Cultural Heritage Monument
Guided Story
You're standing before the Berlin Bear, a significant monument in the Berlin cityscape. Created in 1968 by artist Lily Voigt, the statue stands 2.6 meters tall and bears the inscription 'BERLIN'. As a recognized cultural heritage monument, it serves as a silent witness to the city's history. Notice how it faces towards the former control tower, about 305 meters to your northeast.
Location
Nearby
Evidence and review:
- Authorship:
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- Publication approval:
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- Editorial review:
- Not reviewed