Museum2bbedc1b…7167Place of Remembrance

Gedenkstätte Deutscher Widerstand

Honoring the Courage of Resistance

Counts toward these achievements:

Berlin: First Steps10 pts

Berlin: Explorer25 pts

Berlin: Insider50 pts

Discover the compelling story of German resistance against Nazism. Located in the historic Bendlerblock, the exhibition reveals acts of bravery and personal narratives that inspire and provoke reflection. Free and profound, it's a place of remembrance and learning.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1968
Wheelchair Access: Partially accessible
Website: gdw-berlin.de
Phone: +49 30 26995000

Guided Story

Can you feel the weight of history in the air? Look up at the impressive Bendlerblock building, holding secrets of courage within its walls. Just behind you, you'll find the Memorial to the Victims of July 20, 1944. This is where brave men and women once stood, risking everything for their beliefs. Did you know that Claus Schenk Graf von Stauffenberg, who was arrested here, is one of the most famous figures of resistance? His story is just one among many you can explore here. Let the personal tales of courage and resilience inspire you as you walk through this place of remembrance.