Auschwitz death wall

The Auschwitz death wall stands in the narrow passage between two brick buildings in the main camp and consists of dark concrete with a plain surface. The barrier measures several meters wide and forms a freestanding structure with a small paved area in front.

German occupiers used this location from 1941 onward for executions of Polish resistance fighters and Soviet prisoners of war by firing squads. After liberation, the museum rebuilt the barrier following historical documentation to commemorate the crimes committed here.

The black concrete barrier now holds flower wreaths and candles placed by visitors from around the world. This spot shows how people preserve the memory of those murdered through quiet gestures of respect and solidarity.

Access follows the marked route through the main camp, with visitors entering the courtyard between the blocks. The site sits in the middle of the grounds and remains open throughout museum hours.

Beneath the paved ground in front of the barrier, drainage channels once ran to remove the blood of victims. This technical installation reveals the cold planning behind the mass executions at this location.

Location: Oświęcim

Part of: Auschwitz I concentration camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum

GPS coordinates: 50.02511,19.20385

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:29