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Courtroom 600
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Courtroom 600 in the Nuremberg Palace of Justice achieved global historical significance as the venue for the Nuremberg Trials, held between November 20, 1945, and October 1, 1946. In this room, the leadership of the Nazi regime had to answer before an International Military Tribunal for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Nuremberg was chosen because the Palace of Justice remained largely intact and possessed an adjacent prison; furthermore, the city held high symbolic weight for the Nazi movement. For the trial, the courtroom was remodeled, including the breaking through of the back wall to accommodate the press and film crews. Although the room was used for regular judicial proceedings until 2020, it now serves exclusively as part of the Memorium Nuremberg Trials. The legal precedents established here laid the groundwork for the modern International Criminal Court in The Hague.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: BMF Museum Bayerische Metallwarenfabrik · St. Michael · Westbad Nürnberg
- Nearby: Fürth (5 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 58 | 44 | 48 | 39 | 76 | 69 | 77 | 72 | 55 | 52 | 57 | 60 |
📋 Practical info
Address
Fürther Str. 110, 90429 Nürnberg
Hours
Wed-Mon 10:00-18:00 (Courtroom 600 only accessible when no sessions are in progress)
Entry
€6 adults (Memorium Nuremberg Trials)
Transit
U1 to 'Bärenschanze' stop
Parking
Limited parking in the surrounding streets (residential area)
Accessibility
Fully accessible with elevator and accessible restrooms
Photos
Allowed without flash for private purposes
Best time
Weekends (as no court sessions take place in Courtroom 600 then)
Audio guide
Included (many languages, including German, English, French, Russian)
Geography
Facts
- The main trial against 24 major war criminals began on November 20, 1945.
- The courtroom was widened by approximately 1.5 meters for the proceedings.
- The sentencing and verdicts took place on September 30 and October 1, 1946.
- Four Allied powers (USA, USSR, GB, France) provided the presiding judges.
- Courtroom 600 was officially decommissioned as a judicial space on March 1, 2020.
- The Memorium Nuremberg Trials was opened to the public in November 2010.
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Sights in the town Courtroom 600 (10)
BMF Museum Bayerische Metallwarenfabrik🏛 museum
The BMF Museum displays the history of the Bavarian metalware factory in Nuremberg.
🌐 bmf-museum.de🕒 Th,Su 14:00-18:00
Westbad Nürnberg
Westbad is an outdoor swimming pool in Nuremberg with several pools and lawns.
🌐 nuernbergbad.nuernberg.de🕒 Mo-Fr 07:00-20:00; Sa-Su 08:00-20:00; Oct off; Nov off; Dec
St. John's Cemetery
St. John's Cemetery is a historic burial ground located in Nuremberg, Germany.
St. Johanniskirche
St. Johanniskirche is a church building in Nuremberg.
Memorium Nuremberg Trials🏛 museum
The Memorium documents the Nuremberg Trials of 1945/46.
Theater Rootslöffel
Theater Rootslöffel is a theatre venue in Nuremberg.
Friedenskirche
Friedenskirche is a church building in Nuremberg.
Cube 600🏛 museum
Cube 600 is a presentation space for changing exhibitions of the Memorium Nuremberg.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you visit the original Courtroom 600?
Yes, the room is part of the memorial, but during active court sessions it can only be viewed through a window.
Is there an English audio guide available?
Yes, an audio guide is included in the entrance fee and provides in-depth information about the exhibits.
How much time should I plan for the visit?
You should plan about 1.5 to 2 hours for the permanent exhibition and Courtroom 600.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes, all exhibition areas are accessible via elevators for wheelchair users.
How do I reach the memorial by public transport?
Take the U1 subway line to the Bärenschanze stop, it is just a few minutes' walk from there.
Courtroom 600: where is it located?
Courtroom 600 is located in Bavaria, Germany.
Courtroom 600: what is there to see?
Highlights include BMF Museum Bayerische Metallwarenfabrik, St. Michael, Westbad Nürnberg.
Courtroom 600: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Courtroom 600: why is it worth visiting?
Courtroom 600 in the Nuremberg Palace of Justice achieved global historical significance as the venue for the Nuremberg Trials, held between November 20, 1945, and October 1, 1946.
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