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Grünfeld-Ecke
A place of remembrance and renewal
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On November 8, 2023, the square was renamed Grünfeld-Ecke to honor the Jewish family Grünfeld. Previously, it had been known as Joachimsthaler Platz since August 24, 1936.
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The square is named after a Jewish family.
Quick Facts
- Former Name
- Joachimsthaler Platz
Guided Story
You're standing at Grünfeld-Ecke, a square that was renamed on November 8, 2023, in honor of the Jewish Grünfeld family. Before this, it was known as Joachimsthaler Platz since August 24, 1936. Just 50 meters to the west, you'll find the Astor Film Lounge, a hub of culture and entertainment. This renaming is a gesture of respect and remembrance for the history and people who once lived here. Nearby, about 147 meters southwest, stands the Gertrud Joachimsohn monument. As you take in the surroundings, reflect on the importance of names and memory in our city.
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Location
Nearby
Astor Film Lounge
51 m away
Stage Theater des Westens
313 m away
New Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
315 m away
C/O Berlin
364 m away
Breitscheidplatz
349 m away
Zoo Palast
385 m away
Werkstatt Exilmuseum
316 m away
Zentrale Orthodoxe Synagoge zu Berlin
119 m away
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