Suche
Mein Konto
Future of the Jewish memorial in Speyer: City is under pressure!
The city of Speyer plans to make a decision on the location of the memorial for Jewish victims of National Socialism in spring 2026.
Future of the Jewish memorial in Speyer: City is under pressure!
In Speyer, the memorial for the Jewish victims of National Socialism is currently on the brink. Since its inauguration in 2005, which was designed by sculptor Wolf Spitzer, the memorial has been an important place of remembrance. The memorial is currently located in a time-honored parking lot behind the Galeria. But this situation has faltered.
The owner of the department store is now demanding a monthly payment of 400 euros for the use of the location. This presents the city with a challenge that must find solutions as quickly as possible. The city administration has announced that it will not make a new decision about the memorial's future home until spring 2026 at the earliest, which raises the question of how long the memorial can remain there before an alternative must be found. Rhine Palatinate reports.
A memorial with history
The memorial was created as an impressive reminder of the inhumane acts and persecution that many Jews suffered during the Nazi era. It's more than just a monument; it is a place of reflection and mourning for many people. The city has big plans to secure the site in the long term, which is absolutely necessary so that the memory of this dark time does not fade.
In addition to this topic, there are other memorial projects that are being launched. Work is currently underway on a memorial for Jehovah's Witnesses who were persecuted and murdered under National Socialism. This will be built on the grounds of the Monument Foundation and is intended to give a face to an important part of the history of persecution. The Monument Foundation provides information about this.
This shows that cities not only have to react to the current situation of monuments, but also to the historical responsibility they bear. Proper handling of these places of remembrance is essential to keeping the lessons of history alive for future generations.