Castle Hoheneck, Former women's prison in Stollberg, Germany.
The prison complex occupies a stone structure with thick walls, guard towers, and multiple cell blocks designed to contain 600 inmates at maximum capacity.
Established in 1862 as Königlich Sächsisches Weiberzuchthaus, the facility later became East Germany's primary detention center for female political prisoners until 2001.
The prison stands as a memorial to the systematic oppression during the German Democratic Republic era, housing numerous women who attempted to flee East Germany.
Visitors can access guided tours of the prison complex, which includes preserved cells, work areas, and exhibits documenting the experiences of former inmates.
The facility operated at nearly triple its intended capacity, with records indicating up to 1,600 inmates confined within its walls during peak periods.
Location: Stollberg
Official opening: 1862
GPS coordinates: 50.70472,12.78417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46
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