Hohes Gericht, Execution site in Brunswick, Germany.
The stone markers at Hohes Gericht indicate the former location where judicial sentences were carried out during different periods of German history.
Between 1940 and 1945, this location witnessed numerous executions as part of the increasing death sentences issued by Nazi courts across Germany.
The site represents the evolution of German justice system, from medieval punishments through the complete abolition of capital punishment in 1949.
Visitors can reach Hohes Gericht through a marked path from Brunswick city center, with informational panels explaining the historical context.
Werner Teske's execution in 1981 marked the final death sentence carried out in East Germany before the complete abolition of capital punishment.
Location: Brunswick
GPS coordinates: 52.19140,10.52640
Latest update: March 7, 2025 01:14
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