Monument · Mitte, Berlin

Berlin Wall Memorial

Berlin Wall Memorial
Photo: Noir, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Berlin Wall Memorial covers a 1.4 kilometer stretch of the former border. It includes the preserved wall, a watchtower and an exhibition on the division of Berlin. Visitors can walk along the death strip and view photos of those killed attempting to cross.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 3 of Berlin: Weekend Escape

Visiting Berlin Wall Memorial: what to know

Tickets
Free entry.
Time needed
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Daytime hours.
Getting there
Bernauer Straße U-Bahn station.

Berlin itineraries with Berlin Wall Memorial

Day 3 of Berlin: Weekend Escape

The Wall

How Berlin Wall Memorial fits into a day.
  1. 10:00Berlin Wall MemorialBernauer Strasse
  2. 13:00East Side GalleryFriedrichshain
  3. 15:30Oberbaum BridgeFriedrichshain
  4. 17:00KreuzbergKreuzberg
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Berlin Wall Memorial FAQs

Is the Berlin Wall Memorial free to visit?

Yes, the site is free to enter at all times.

How long does it take to see the Berlin Wall Memorial?

Most visitors spend one to two hours walking the grounds and viewing the exhibits.

What is the best way to reach the Berlin Wall Memorial?

Take the U-Bahn to Bernauer Straße station, which exits directly beside the memorial.

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