The twentieth century, particularly the Second World War, provided Germany with many nightmares. It is hard to think of Bernburg (Saale) without a mention of the university that was used as a euthanasia research center. Today, a monument stands as a testament and memorial to this dark time.
However, Bernburg manages to remember its sad history while looking forward to a bright future. This town is recently emerging as a tourist destination with its many attractions and events. Castle Bernburg is one of the highlights. With its moat and bear pit, it also houses a museum, an old torture chamber, and a collection of 180 different kinds of mineral rock. While its tragic past should never be forgotten, there is plenty of fun and fantasy as Bernburg looks toward the future.
