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Käthe Kollwitz Denkmal

Honoring Berlin's Renowned Artist

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In the quaint Kollwitzplatz of Prenzlauer Berg, the Käthe Kollwitz Memorial stands as a striking bronze statue by Gustav Seitz. It commemorates the artist Käthe Kollwitz, who lived here until her home was destroyed in the war. The memorial captures her profound connection to the city and her artistic legacy. Discover how art and history come alive at this significant Berlin landmark.

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The Käthe Kollwitz Memorial, created by Gustav Seitz, is one of the few monuments in Berlin that is fully wheelchair accessible.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1958
Heritage Status: Cultural Heritage Monument
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

Can you feel the echoes of history here at Kollwitzplatz? Imagine Käthe Kollwitz walking through this square, her mind filled with thoughts of her art that portrayed human suffering and resilience. Take a closer look at the bronze statue – it almost seems to whisper its secrets to you. Did you know that Kollwitz was one of the first women to be admitted to the Prussian Academy of Arts? Behind you, the Prenzlauer Berg Water Tower rises, a symbol of a neighborhood that has seen so much change. And here, amidst it all, this monument stands as a silent witness to the past and a reminder for the future.