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Denkmal der Grauen Busse

Commemorating the Murdered Patients of the Nazi Era

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The Grey Buses Memorial in Cologne is a permanent replica of a mobile monument, honoring the tens of thousands of patients murdered during the Nazi era. Erected on September 1, 2011, it was created by artists Andreas Knitz and Horst Hoheisel. This memorial stands as a constant reminder of the atrocities committed during this dark period of history.

Quick Facts

Founded: 2006
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

In front of you stands the Grey Buses Memorial, a permanent replica that honors the tens of thousands of patients murdered during the Nazi era. Installed on September 1, 2011, it was created by artists Andreas Knitz and Horst Hoheisel. This memorial is a constant reminder of the atrocities committed during that dark period in history. Look around, and you might notice the LVR-Landeshaus just a short distance away. This is not just a piece of art; it is a crucial part of our cultural memory, reminding us of the responsibility we hold towards the past.