Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism Monument
Berlin memorial commemorating Sinti and Roma genocide victims
Berlin memorial commemorating Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism, combining a monument with educational material; visitors come to pay respects and learn about the history of persecution.
Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism at a Glance#
Address: Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism, near the Reichstag, Berlin, Germany
Hours: Outdoor memorial open 24 hours; underground information centre hours vary
Admission: Free (outdoor memorial); information centre open hours vary
About Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism#
The Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism is a national monument in central Berlin dedicated to the persecution and murder of Sinti and Roma under Nazi rule. It was unveiled in 2012 and occupies a site in the Tiergarten near Germany’s parliamentary quarter.
The memorial comprises a deliberately simple ensemble designed to prompt reflection - a sculptural element and a reflecting water feature form its visible components and are set within a landscaped plaza. The site includes interpretive panels and an information centre that provide context and personal histories.
The memorial was commissioned by the German government and designed by artist Dani Karavan. It was developed after decades of discussion about a dedicated national memorial and was officially opened to the public in 2012.
Geographically the site stands in the Tiergarten district of Berlin, within walking distance of the Reichstag and the Brandenburg Gate, making it part of the central civic and memorial landscape of the city.
- Location tip: Located in Berlin’s Tiergarten, it sits within the central government quarter and is easily combined with visits to the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate.
- Designer and date: Designed by Israeli sculptor Dani Karavan and unveiled in 2012, the memorial is a recent national monument dedicated to Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism.
How to Get to Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism#
The memorial is within walking distance of the Bundestag/Reichstag area and is served by central Berlin public transport (S-Bahn and U-Bahn stations within a short walk).
Tips for Visiting Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism#
- Visit at dusk or dawn when the low light and reflective surface suit quiet contemplation.
- Read the explanatory panels in the underground information centre to understand the full history-many visitors miss the subterranean portion.
- Combine a visit with the nearby Holocaust Memorial for a fuller sense of Berlin's commemorative landscape.
Best Time to Visit Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism#
Spring through autumn for comfortable walking; memorial is accessible year-round.
Weather & Climate near Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism#
Memorial to the Sinti and Roma victims of National Socialism's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (570 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 3° | -4° | 43 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 4° | -2° | 35 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 41 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 5° - 14° | 7° | 40 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 14° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 65 mm | overcast | 66% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.5h |
| July | Excellent | 15° - 24° | 19° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 3.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| August | Excellent | 14° - 24° | 19° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 14.5h |
| September | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Good | 6° - 13° | 8° | 38 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 3° - 7° | 2° | 44 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 56 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
