Nachrichten Kaserne, Military barracks and hospital in Heidelberg, Germany
Nachrichten Kaserne is a large complex of multiple buildings spread across about 9 hectares in Heidelberg that served both military and medical functions. The site includes various structures, among them a former riding hall now used for events.
The complex was built between 1937 and 1939 as a German military barracks serving the Wehrmacht. After World War II, the United States took over the facility and operated it as an Army hospital.
The place holds memories of its time as an international military hospital serving soldiers from different nations. The buildings and their layout still reflect this medical past, which visitors can sense while walking through the grounds.
The site is divided into different areas and can be explored on foot, though you should allow time to see all parts. It is best to check current access and usage information before visiting, as the management and use of the complex may change.
Four-star General George S. Patton died on December 21, 1945, at the hospital on the grounds, where he spent his final days receiving care. His stay made this a significant point in post-war military history.
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