Krampnitz, Military barracks in Krampnitz, Potsdam, Germany
Krampnitz is a former military barracks in Potsdam that spreads across a large area with stables, training facilities, and administrative buildings in military architectural style. The complex contains various structures that served different functions during its periods of use.
The facility was built between 1937 and 1939 as a cavalry school for Wehrmacht forces and later served as a tank training center during World War II. Soviet forces took control after the war and occupied the site until 1994.
The site became a filming location for international productions like 'Inglourious Basterds' and 'Resident Evil' after German reunification. This use of abandoned buildings attracted filmmakers looking for authentic historical or dystopian backdrops.
The site is currently closed to public access as development plans are underway to convert the former military buildings into residential spaces. Visitors should check ahead about any possible access or guided tour availability.
Soviet occupiers converted the original horse stables into vehicle garages and added new structures to adapt the site for training purposes. These modifications are still visible today and tell the story of the place's changing roles.
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