KGB Prison

Echoes of the Past: KGB Prison

This memorial site signifies the grim history of the former Soviet military counterintelligence central remand prison. Located at Leistikow Strasse, it is one of the most authentically preserved historical prisons.

Founded in 1945, the prison operated until 1991. It served a historical role in the Cold War and was part of Military Station 7, a secret Soviet military enclave. The structure features oppressive architecture including mass cells reflecting conditions from the 1970s, and primitive basement cells from earlier decades, along with inscriptions by detainees that capture a narrative of despair and resilience.

Key Insights

📜 The Permanent Exhibition: Displays photographs, historical artifacts, and media stations detailing the prison's history.

🔍 Diverse Inmates: Contains biographies of individuals arrested for Nazi affiliation, espionage, and desertion.

🔒 Somber Atmosphere: Basement cells hold messages scratched by inmates, illustrating their plight.

Access is free and the site appeals to tourists, historians, and those interested in the Cold War era.