Kurt Schröter

This memorial commemorates Kurt Schröter, born in 1882, who was deported in 1943. It stands as a profound reminder of the atrocities committed during a dark period of history, specifically acknowledging his murder on January 2, 1944, at Auschwitz. These small, brass-plated cobblestones are placed directly into the pavement outside the last known voluntary residence of the victim, ensuring that their memory remains connected to the everyday landscape of the city.

This memorial is a Stolperstein, part of a widespread project created by artist Gunter Demnig. These individual plaques serve to remember victims of National Socialism, including Jews, Romani people, Sinti, homosexuals, and political dissidents, who were persecuted and murdered. The project aims to bring the memory of these individuals back to their former homes, making their stories tangible in the urban environment. Each stone represents a life, offering a personal connection to the broader historical context of the Holocaust and other wartime atrocities.

This memorial is located in Munich, set into the pavement at the address where Kurt Schröter once resided. Visitors will find the brass-plated stone flush with the ground, designed to be walked over as a constant, subtle reminder of past events. It encourages passers-by to pause and reflect on the life it represents. No special access is required to view the memorial, as it is publicly accessible at all times, integrated into the urban fabric of the city.