Shooting Range of Kaisariani

The Shooting Range of Kaisariani is a memorial site with a black granite monument set within a park-like area in eastern Athens. The monument marks a location where executions occurred during World War II and today presents visitors with a reflective setting for remembrance.

During World War II, German Wehrmacht forces used the site between 1942 and 1944 as an execution ground. Hundreds of Greek civilians died there, often as retaliation for resistance activities against occupation forces.

The site preserves memory of Greek resistance during occupation, marked by regular memorial ceremonies throughout the year. Visitors encounter a black granite monument that reflects how this community honors those lost during wartime.

The memorial is located in eastern Athens and requires planning before visiting. It is best to contact local authorities ahead of time to confirm access arrangements and timing for your visit.

A German federal president visited the memorial in 1987 to honor the victims and acknowledge shared history between nations. This gesture symbolized reconciliation between two countries that were enemies during the war.

Location: Kaisariani Municipality

Inception: 2005

Creator: Apostolos Fanakidis

Made from material: black granite

GPS coordinates: 37.96574,23.75988

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:01