Gedenkstätte Zuchthaus Cottbus, Memorial and museum in Cottbus, Germany.
The former prison complex contains exhibition halls, cells, workshops, and outdoor courtyards that display the conditions of political imprisonment during different periods.
Built in 1860, this facility operated as a prison until 2002, serving both the Nazi regime and East German government for detaining political prisoners.
The Human Rights Center organizes educational programs, witness meetings, and exhibitions focusing on the preservation of memories from former political detainees.
Visitors can explore the facility from Tuesday to Friday between 10:00 and 17:00, and during weekends from 13:00 to 18:00, with guided tours available.
In 1978, Werner Greifendorf, a young East German refugee, set himself on fire during yard time to protest against denied exit permits.
Location: Cottbus
GPS coordinates: 51.74734,14.33572
Latest update: March 18, 2025 18:54
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