The Empty Library, Berlin

Name: The Empty Library
Address: Berlin, Germany

#512 among attractions in Berlin

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The Empty Library, also known as Bibliothek or simply Library, is a public memorial by Israeli sculptor Micha Ullman dedicated to the remembrance of the Nazi book burnings that took place in the Bebelplatz in Berlin, Germany on May 10, 1933. The memorial is set into the cobblestones of the plaza and contains a collection of empty subterranean bookcases. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°30'59"N, 13°23'38"E

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MitteBerlin Germany

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The Empty Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Friedrichstraße, Neue Wache, Deutsches Historisches Museum, Gendarmenmarkt.

~1050 ftW
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Friedrichstraße, Berlin
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~630 ftNE
Moving memorial dedicated to war victims
Neue Wache, Berlin
4 min walk • The Neue Wache stands as a poignant historical monument in the heart of Berlin, Germany. Originally built in 1816 as a guardhouse for the troops of the Crown Prince of Prussia, the structure has since evolved into a main memorial site for the victims of war...
~810 ftNE
Exhibitions tracing German history
Deutsches Historisches Museum, Berlin
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Deutsches Historisches Museum, or German Historical Museum, stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of Germany's past. This esteemed institution offers a profound journey through the country's history, from its earliest beginnings...
~1080 ftS
18th-century square and events space
Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin
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~190 ftE
Theater, Opera, Ballet
Berlin State Opera, Berlin
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~840 ftSW
French church with a panoramic tower
French Cathedral, Berlin
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~330 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture, Frederick the Great
St. Hedwig's Cathedral, Berlin
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~700 ftE
Museum, Frederick the Great, Vernacular architecture
Kronprinzenpalais, Berlin
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~520 ftE
Palace, Baroque architecture
Prinzessinnenpalais, Berlin
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berlin, the Prinzessinnenpalais, or Princesses' Palace, is a historical gem that beckons culture enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This Rococo-style building, situated on Unter den Linden boulevard, has a rich history that dates back to the...
~1110 ftE
Karl Friedrich Schinkel, Bridge
Schlossbrücke, Berlin
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~400 ftNW
Monuments and statues, Frederick the Great, Sculpture
Equestrian statue of Frederick the Great, Berlin
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Empty Library?

Nearby attractions include Bebelplatz, Berlin (1 min walk), Alte Bibliothek, Berlin (1 min walk), Berlin State Opera, Berlin (1 min walk), St. Hedwig's Cathedral, Berlin (2 min walk).

How to get to The Empty Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Empty Library:

Tram

Am Kupfergraben • Lines: 12, M1 (6 min walk)
Universitätsstraße • Lines: 12, M1 (6 min walk)

Metro

U Unter den Linden • Lines: U5, U6 (6 min walk)
U Museumsinsel • Lines: U5 (6 min walk)

Train

Berlin Friedrichstraße (10 min walk)
Berlin Alexanderplatz (21 min walk)

Bus

Alexanderplatz • Lines: 002, 057, 065, 070, 125, 1385, 170, 270, 370, N13, N1385, N232, N44, N70 (26 min walk)