35 Stunning Abandoned Places Around the World You Can Still Visit

14. The Beelitz-Heilstätten, Germany: The Abandoned Sanatorium

The Beelitz-Heilstätten is a sprawling complex of abandoned hospital buildings near Berlin, once a renowned sanatorium for tuberculosis patients. During World War I, it served as a military hospital, and Adolf Hitler was famously treated there. After the war, the site was used by Soviet forces until it was abandoned in the 1990s. Today, the decaying buildings and overgrown grounds attract urban explorers and photographers. The Beelitz-Heilstätten is a testament to the advances in medical science and the enduring impact of war on communities. Its haunting beauty and rich history invite reflection on the nature of healing and the stories hidden within the walls of forgotten places.