Marx and Engels Forum
One of downtown Berlin's last reminders of its Communist past, featuring larger-than-life statues of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.

πŸ“œ Monument featuring larger-than-life bronze statues of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels.
πŸ” Unveiled in 1986 by Ludwig Engelhardt, a relic of the German Democratic Republic era. #WhyGo
πŸ›οΈ Explore a significant historical monument from Berlin's Communist past
πŸ“Έ Popular photo spot for tourists with the iconic statues
πŸ—£οΈ Listen to historical explanations via QR code (Talking Statues project)
πŸ“– Learn about German socialist movement history
🚢 Located near the Spree river and other attractions like the GDR Museum #WhyAvoid
🚧 Area around the monument is subject to redesign and construction from June 2025 until 2027 βš–οΈ The monument's presence is controversial for some due to its association with a past regime #Tips
🎧 Scan QR code for historical explanations by Gregor Gysi.
🚢 Located across the street from the GDR Museum.
πŸ“ Easily accessible in Berlin-Mitte, near Rotes Rathaus and Alexanderplatz. #Cost
πŸ’° Free to visit. #PublicTransportation
πŸš† S-Bahn: S Hackescher Markt (0.4km)
πŸš‡ U-Bahn: U Rotes Rathaus (0.3km), U Museumsinsel (0.4km)
🚌 Bus/Tram stops nearby.

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