GDR border tower in Prignitz: auction planned for enthusiasts!

GDR border tower in Prignitz: auction planned for enthusiasts!

On June 27, 2025, Deutscheimmobilienauktionen AG (DGA) is auctioning off a special part of German history - a listed border watchtower from the former GDR. This striking building is located in Cumlosen, a small town in the Prignitz district, about six kilometers northwest of Wittenberge.

With a starting price of 5,000 euros, the border tower is being offered as part of an auction that includes a total of 62 properties from nine federal states. The bidding opportunity is public, which means that interested parties can take part directly in the hall, by telephone, online or by submitting a written bid. The DGA only offers properties that are voluntarily offered for sale by owners, thereby guaranteeing a transparent auction.

Details about the border watchtower

The border tower impresses with its functional architecture, which is typical of border security systems in the former GDR. The property described has a ground floor with a hallway, a tiled floor, a toilet and a service room for electrical systems. A passage leads into an annex that was previously used as an office space.

A concrete staircase connects the ground floor with the upper floors, where the border soldiers' lounges are located. An iron staircase leads further to the third floor, where the observation point of the border tower is located. In total, the property size is approximately 3,683 square meters, while the usable area of ​​the building is approximately 180 square meters.

It is important to note that selling real estate does not come without its drawbacks. The border tower is in significant need of renovation and repairs due to damage caused by vandalism and being vacant for many years. Interested buyers should be prepared for extensive renovation work to make the monument shine in new splendor.

Anyone interested in this unique property can find more detailed information on the Immobilienscout24 website. There is also a comprehensive exposé of the property, which explains the special features and status of the property in more detail here.

The border watchtower auction is not only an opportunity to acquire a piece of German history, but also offers an opportunity to actively engage with the past and possibly create a place of remembrance and learning.

For further information about the auction and other properties on offer, those interested can visit Northern Courier consult.