Monumento a las víctimas de Mauthausen

The Monumento a las víctimas de Mauthausen is a memorial in Almería composed of 142 stone pillars arranged in irregular corridors that resemble prison blocks and passages. At its center stand reconstructed stairs evoking the Mauthausen quarry, accompanied by a sculptural figure representing a prisoner.

The memorial was inaugurated in 1999 to honor 142 residents from Almería who perished in the Mauthausen concentration camp during World War II. It represents one of the darkest chapters in the city's past and its connection to this tragic episode of European history.

The memorial serves as a gathering place where people come each year to honor the liberation of Mauthausen and mark the end of a remembrance march for those who fled Málaga during the civil war. These events keep the stories of the victims alive in the community's memory.

The memorial sits near the Mediterranean coast and is accessible via paved pathways that make navigation straightforward for all visitors. Regular maintenance keeps the site in good condition, ensuring walkways remain clear and the grounds are well-preserved.

Each of the 142 stone columns corresponds to one specific person from Almería who died in Mauthausen, creating a forest of remembrance. Walking through this arrangement connects visitors directly to individual stories rather than abstract numbers.

Location: Almería

GPS coordinates: 36.83215,-2.46269

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42