Monumentebf1cbdc…2346Place of Remembrance

Mahnmal Gleis 17

A solemn tribute at Track 17

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Berlin: First Steps10 pts

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At Track 17 of Berlin-Grunewald station, you stand on a poignant reminder of history. From 1941, thousands of Jews were deported from here to concentration camps, marking a harrowing chapter of the Holocaust. The memorial's understated design encourages personal reflection, with engraved names and numbers illustrating the scale of the tragedy. This site invites you to pause and contemplate the past.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1998

Guided Story

As you look down at the tracks, imagine the fear and uncertainty that once filled the air as countless people boarded trains to an unknown fate. To your left, the small but powerful BücherboXX stands as a beacon of hope and remembrance. It's a testament that even in the darkest times, the pursuit of knowledge and memory perseveres. Now, look up towards the Grunewald Church. This too has withstood the test of time, watching over the area as a silent witness to history. As you stand here, let the engravings on the plaques speak to you, each date marking a story of loss and suffering. It's a call not just to reflect on the past but to acknowledge our responsibility today.