Monument39bbadac…030bPlace of Remembrance
Gespaltenes Kreuz
A stone memorial by Paul Brandenburg
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The Gespaltenes Kreuz in Berlin is a stone memorial created by Paul Brandenburg in 1983. Standing 2.8 meters tall, it serves as a reminder of past divisions and conflicts. The sculpture symbolizes the ongoing engagement with these issues.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1983
- Height
- 2.8 m
Guided Story
In front of you stands the Gespaltenes Kreuz, a stone memorial created by Paul Brandenburg in 1983. At 2.8 meters tall, it serves as a solemn reminder of past divisions and conflicts. The sculpture embodies the ongoing engagement with these historical issues. If you look northeast, you'll find the St. Joseph Church about 521 meters away. These landmarks provide context for understanding the significance of this memorial. Notice the distinct lines and split form, reflecting themes of division and unity.
Location
Nearby
Humboldt-Schloss
817 m away
St. Joseph-Kirche
522 m away
Baudenkmal: Siedlung "Freie Scholle"
1.0 km away
Hoffnungskirche Neu-Tegel
635 m away
Gebrüder Humboldt
743 m away
Fire Departnent Museum Berlin
1.1 km away
Tegeler Hafenbrücke
1.4 km away
Felsenbrunnen
806 m away
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