Memorium Nuremberg Trials
© Steffen Oliver RieseKey facts:
- the main Nuremberg trial against major Nazi war criminals took place in Courtroom 600 and was in session 218 days
- the trial had a significant influence on the development of international criminal law
- the permanent exhibit in the Palace of Justice focuses on the background to, course of and legacy of the Nuremberg trials
- the courtroom is still used today for trials
In the criminal court of the Nuremberg Palace of Justice world history was written: On November 20, 1945 the trial against the "main war criminals" began in the criminal court, "Courtroom 600". 21 leading representatives of the National Socialist regime were made to answer for their crimes against peace and humanity. In October 1946, 11 months later, the sentences were pronounced. From 1946 to 1949 twelve Subsequent Proceedings were held before American military tribunals.
More than 60 years after the trials a permanent exhibition has been opened at the original site to provide relevant information on the background, proceedings and consequences: Explanations are given on the role of the defendants in the National Socialist power structure and the crimes they were accused of. Historic sound and film footage convey a vivid impression of the trials. The significance of the trials for the development of modern international criminal law made "Courtroom 600" world famous.
The "Nuremberg Principles" ensuing from the International Military Tribunal today form the basis for the International Criminal Court in The Hague. They illustrate how attitudes have changed since 1945/46 towards those responsible for the fortunes of the world’s nations and peoples.
At a glance
Information
Memorium Nuremberg TrialsBärenschanzstraße 72
90429 Nürnberg
+49 (0)911 32179372
+49 (0)911 32179373
memorium@stadt.nuernberg.de
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Opening hours
1.4-31.10:
Mo, Wed, Thu, Fr: 9 am - 6 pm
Sa, So: 10 am - 6 am
Last admission: 5 pm
Closed Tuesdays
1.11-31.03:
Wed - Mo: 10 am - 6 pm
Last admission: 5 pm
Closed Tuesdays
Reservation requested for groups of 10 or more
Note: Courtroom 600 is still a working court. Viewing it in the context of a visit to the exhibition cannot always be guaranteed.
Special opening hoursPrices
Adults 5,- € / reduced rate 3,- € / Schoolclasses 1,50 € / Groups of 15 and more 4,- € / Families 5,50 € or 10,50 €
For an extra 2.50 €, you may also visit all other municipal museums free of charge on the same day.
Free admission with the NÜRNBERG CARD!
Guided Tours
Sat: 2 pm (tour in English)
Sun: 2 pm (tour in German)
Price: 3 ,- € / reduced rate 2,- € in addition to admission fee
Groups only by appointment:
Tel.: +49 (0)911 32179372.
Price: 60,- € (German) / 80,- € (foreign languages) in addition to admission fee
More information to the guided tours
Information about the educational services at the Memorium Nuremberg Trials
information for handicapped people
Fully wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible toilet
Videoguide for deaf people