Even if I was only born after the fall of the Berlin Wall, I think it's great that this historic place is remembered. Easily recognizable for every visitor to the Brocken, the information board should stimulate thought!

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Semi GTI

January 13, 2021

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Today it is hard to imagine, but in the 80s the Brocken summit was completely surrounded by a wall. This was somewhat similar to the Berlin Wall and was intended …

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Michel ✔

July 6, 2021

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Brockensturm 1989: Open the gate! On December 3, 1989, thousands of people set out to hike the summit and make it accessible to everyone. They succeeded. This is remembered here!

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Elevation 1,110 m

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Saturday 28 March

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36 %

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