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Schießplatz Dünnwald

A site with a tumultuous past

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Built in 1887, the Dünnwald Shooting Range is located on Kalkweg in Cologne-Dünnwald. During the Nazi era, it was used as an execution site, highlighting its historical significance. The ruins now stand as silent witnesses to the past.

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The shooting range was built in 1887.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1887
Opening Hours: 24/7
Wheelchair Access: Partially accessible

Guided Story

Here, you're standing at a site with deep historical significance. The Dünnwald Shooting Range, built in 1887, is situated on Kalkweg in Cologne-Dünnwald. During the Nazi era, this location was used as an execution site. The ruins you see are silent witnesses to that somber past. If you look to the east, about 538 meters away, you'll find the natural area of Oberer Mutzbach, offering a stark contrast to the memories held here. It's a place that invites reflection and keeps the region's history alive.