Dokumentationszentrum Demmlerplatz in Schwerin: photos, reviews

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In Schwerin, Dokumentationszentrum Demmlerplatz offers a poignant journey through history with its focus on the lives of both survivors and victims from World War II to the fall of the DDR. This former court prison, built in 1914, served as a detention center for political prisoners from 1933 to 1989, leaving behind indelible stories now captured within its walls. The museum, which features engaging exhibits and vivid eyewitness accounts, provides a thorough and informative exploration of this painful era. With free entry, it is an ideal educational stop on a rainy afternoon, offering reflection and insight in just under an hour. The memorial's powerful narrative is both impactful and enlightening, making it a must-visit for those seeking to understand this critical chapter in history.

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Wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

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Schwerin Hbf

Transit station 729 m walk

Alter Friedhof, Schwerin (Meckl)

Bus stop 688 m walk

Schwerin

Bus stop 780 m walk

Schwerin Platz der Freiheit

Bus stop 388 m walk

Schwerin Hauptbahnhof

Bus station 773 m walk

Schwerin Mitte

Train station 673 m walk

4.6

based on 123 reviews

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4.6/5 123 reviews

Lolli Skøtt

Hvis man kan læse bare lidt tysk, er det et interessant museum som man bør opleve..

Max Bösche

Tolle Ausstellung. Sehenswert!

Norman Rot

Sehr interessantes Museum, kostenloser Eintritt und sehr informativ. Wer in Schwerin ist und Geschichtsinteressiert ist, muss dahin.

Dokumentationszentrum Demmlerplatz in Schwerin

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