Birkenkopf — Attraction in Stuttgart

The only reason this gets four stars is because the city hasn’t cleaned up any of the graffiti.

If you’re from a country that was involved in World War II, this is a must-see. The fact the entire hill is build upon rubble from over 50 air raids performed on Stuttgart is humbling.

To describe the atmosphere in a single word, nothing does it more justice than “heavy”. With a gloomy sky, misty rain, and no one around, the atmosphere was a lot to take in.

The sheer history held here is almost oppressive. Whether or not you possess an interest in history, it’s worth the trip to just take it all in and consider that those stones aren’t just debris—they used to be part of a city full of people who didn’t ask for what they got.

Five minute walk up the hill and another twenty to just soak in the views is all you need. Be sure to...

One of the highest places for sightseeing at Stuttgart, The best time is to go between 3-4pm during winter and see the sunset from the place is extremely marvelous .. Amazing place for hiking as well ad cycling :) though i dnt have a cycle yet to go with it at that place but there are several people who use to ride Cycles over the hills and doing running.. I went during winter season so its a different picture of the Town .. May be the sightseeing will be different in Summer due to weather change ... A...

Enjoy the meandering path to the summit of this man-made hill created with the Allied bombing ruins of central Stuttgart from World War Two. Emotionally absorb the haunting impact of seeing so many faded shattered slabs and stones from once elegant buildings which existed during The Third Reich. Linger for a while near the huge metallic cross which watches over the city symbolically representing the vanquishment of evil and in memory of thousands who tragically lost...