Hitler’s Austrian Birthplace Converted into Police Station to Discourage Neo-Nazis
Adolf Hitler's birthplace in Austria has been transformed into a police station to prevent it from becoming a neo-Nazi pilgrimage site.
POLICY WIRE — Braunau am Inn, Austria — The birthplace of Adolf Hitler in Braunau am Inn, Austria, was officially inaugurated as a police station on Wednesday. The transformation aims to eliminate the building’s appeal as a site of pilgrimage for individuals who glorify the Nazi dictator.
A memorial stone will remain outside the house with the inscription: “For freedom, democracy — and liberty. Never again fascism. Millions of dead remind us.”
Hitler was born in the building on April 20, 1889. His family relocated to another location shortly thereafter.
The Austrian government decided to convert the building into a police station to prevent it from becoming a focal point for neo-Nazi activities. The site has been a subject of controversy for decades, with various proposals to demolish it or repurpose it.
The interior of the house has been significantly altered to accommodate police operations, ensuring that no part of the original structure remains accessible to the public. The exterior has been preserved to maintain historical integrity.
Local authorities expressed hope that this measure will deter neo-Nazi groups from using the site for gatherings or commemorative events. The police station is expected to serve the local community — and enhance security in the area.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
