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Denkmal für im Verkehr verunglückte Kinder

A solemn tribute to children lost in traffic

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Standing 3.7 meters tall, this monument in Berlin's Charlottenburg district commemorates children who lost their lives in traffic. Established in 2006, it serves as a poignant reminder for caution and awareness. Visitors find a place for reflection and remembrance. Experience this moving tribute and pause for a moment of contemplation.

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Did you know?

The monument for children injured in traffic was conceptualized by Rachel Kohn and Michael Stürenburg one year before its completion in 2007.

Quick Facts

Founded: September 11, 2006
Height: 3.7 m
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

Have you ever paused to consider how quickly a moment of inattention in traffic can change lives forever? Here, in front of this towering monument, you are reminded of that sobering reality. Take a look at the plaque designed by Michael Stürenburg. It tells the story of young lives cut short and urges us to be cautious. Behind you, not far off, stands the Resurrection Church, a place of solace that complements the reflection this site invites. Take a moment to remember the children commemorated here. This monument reminds us that vigilance is essential for a safer world.