Braunschweig Museum Welcomes DDR Symbol: Trabant P 601K

A symbol of the DDR era joins the museum's collection. This Trabant P 601K offers visitors a tangible connection to the past.

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2025 October 17 . 2:03 PM

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Braunschweig Museum Welcomes DDR Symbol: Trabant P 601K

Braunschweig State Museum has received a significant donation: a Trabant P 601K, a symbol of the DDR era. Rudolf-Hugo Blume, a local enthusiast, gifted the car, which has been part of the region's history and culture.

Blume, a member of the 'Trabi Club' Braunschweig, used the car for local trips and visits to the Harz. The Trabant, produced in East Germany, is more than a vehicle; it evokes strong emotions and associations, serving as a reminder of the DDR's past.

In 2009, the Trabant gained national attention when over 1,000 people performed the 'Thriller' dance on the Schlossplatz for the ZDF show 'Wetten, dass...?.' The event showcased the city's spirit and the car's enduring popularity. Moderator Thomas Gottschalk also drove a Trabant from Braunschweig to Berlin in a bet.

Blume purchased the car in the 1990s in Burg near Magdeburg. The 1989 model, now part of the museum's collection, is a testament to the era it represents. Museum officials, including department head Christoph Bongert, welcome the new addition, highlighting its historical and cultural significance.

The Trabant P 601K, donated by Rudolf-Hugo Blume, joins the Braunschweig State Museum's collection. As a symbol of the DDR, it offers visitors a tangible connection to the past, contributing to the museum's mission of preserving and sharing regional history.