Anne Frank’s Secret Annex – Amsterdam

The Secret Annex, hidden behind a bookcase in Otto Frank’s business premises, is where Anne Frank and her family, along with several others, lived in hiding during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands from 1942 to 1944. It is now part of the Anne Frank House museum, which preserves the legacy of Anne Frank and serves as a poignant reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust. The space is compact and stark, illustrating the difficult conditions under which the families lived in constant fear of discovery.

Interesting facts:

• Anne Frank wrote her famous diary while in hiding, which has since been translated into many languages and is a key work in Holocaust literature.
• The Secret Annex was only discovered in August 1944 when the Gestapo received a tip-off about its occupants.
• Visitors can see the original diary and explore the annex, which has been preserved to reflect its state during the time of Anne’s hiding.

Open to the public:

Yes, the Anne Frank House is open to the public.