Monument14e1d617…8962Place of Remembrance

Zwangsarbeiterdenkmal

Commemorating Forced Labor Victims with Dignity

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Built in 1993, this monument in Witten pays tribute to the victims of forced labor during World War II. Standing at 2.7 meters tall, it serves as a poignant reminder of the suffering endured and the stories that must not be forgotten. With accessible features, it invites all visitors to engage with this significant part of history. A visit inspires reflection on the values of freedom and humanity.

Quick Facts

Founded: 1993
Height: 2.7 m
Wheelchair Access: Fully accessible

Guided Story

Feel the breeze around you, gently brushing against the brass plaques ahead. These plaques hold the names of those forced into labor during World War II. To your left is the Kommunalfriedhof, once a Jewish cemetery, adding deeper layers to this historical site. Behind you, to the west, lies the Annener Gussstahlwerk, where some forced laborers worked. Imagine how life must have been here. A place so serene now was once filled with hardship. The quiet you experience is part of remembering those past struggles.