Koppenplatz

Koppenplatz in Berlin-Mitte is a memorial square featuring a bronze installation that shows everyday furniture pieces such as chairs and a table fitted with matches and a cigarette. The ground has slight elevation changes caused by two wartime bunkers that remain beneath the surface.

The square takes its name from Christian Koppe, who established a cemetery for poor citizens in 1704. It was transformed into a public park by Erwin Barth in 1927.

The bronze installation 'The Deserted Room' by Karl Biedermann and Eva Butzmann displays poems by Nelly Sachs, honoring Jewish residents from the Scheunenviertel who were deported. The artworks tell a story of lives that stopped without warning.

The square is easily accessible and located in an active neighborhood with nearby restaurants and shops. The best time to visit is in the afternoon when light enhances the visibility of the bronze installations.

The installation was intentionally created with everyday objects cast in metal to represent the sudden absence of deported Jewish residents. This choice of ordinary items makes the historical tragedy tangible and personal for visitors.

Location: Berlin-Mitte

Architects: Erwin Barth

GPS coordinates: 52.52830,13.39780

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:50