Battle of Berlin, WWII battle site in Germany
The Battle of Berlin was one of the last major offensives of the European theatre of World War II.
Beginning on 16 April 1945, the battle lasted for two weeks until the city's unconditional surrender on 2 May.
The Battle significantly impacted the culture and outlook of Berlin and the entirety of Germany post-war.
You can visit several monuments, museums and memorials associated with the historic event throughout Berlin.
Despite intense fighting, several iconic structures like Brandenburg Gate survived the battle.
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Part of
Eastern Front (World War II)
GPS coordinates
52.51861,13.37611
Latest update
August 31, 2026 11:53
