Monumentf7407e2b…c71dPlace of Remembrance

Leid an der Mauer

Stone Tribute to the Berlin Wall's Legacy

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Erected in 1965 by Dieter Popielaty, the 'Leid an der Mauer' memorial commemorates Berlin's division. The 1.7-meter-tall statue serves as a poignant reminder of the suffering and loss caused by the Berlin Wall.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1965
Height: 1.7 m
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

Here you are at the 'Leid an der Mauer' memorial, erected in 1965 by Dieter Popielaty. This 1.7-meter-tall statue stands as a powerful reminder of the suffering and loss inflicted by the Berlin Wall. Just 39 meters to the northeast, you can see the 'Der Gefesselte' memorial. Each of these sites tells its own story of division and personal tragedy. This memorial serves as a silent witness to a time that forever shaped Berlin, urging reflection on the impacts of separation and suffering.