About Berlin Wall Construction Begins
construction of the Berlin Wall began on 13 August 1961, physically dividing East and West Berlin for 28 years.
Use the live elapsed counter at the top of this page to see exactly how many days, hours, minutes and seconds have passed since 13 August 1961.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days since the Berlin Wall was built?
The live counter on this page shows the exact number of days since the Berlin Wall was built on 13 August 1961, updating every second.
How many years since the Berlin Wall was built?
The live counter on this page shows the exact years and days since the Berlin Wall was built in 1961. The years figure updates in real time.
How many weeks since the Berlin Wall was built?
The live counter on this page shows the precise number of weeks elapsed since the Berlin Wall was built on 13 August 1961.
What day of the week was Construction of the Berlin Wall?
Construction of the Berlin Wall began on a Sunday, 13 August 1961.
When is the next anniversary of Construction of the Berlin Wall?
The anniversary of Construction of the Berlin Wall falls each year on 13 August. The stats box above shows exactly how many days until the next one.