Angela Merkel

Angela Merkel was responsible for governing Germany for 16 years, led the country through numerous crises and shaped German and international politics with her actions and attitude. In her memoirs, written together with her long-time political advisor Beate Baumann, she looks back on her life in two German states – 35 years in the GDR and 35 years in reunified Germany.

She talks about her childhood, youth and studies in the GDR and the dramatic year 1989, when the Wall fell and her political life began. She shares her conversations with the most powerful people in the world and uses important political turning points to shed light on how decisions were made that have shaped our times.

Her book offers a unique insight into the inner workings of power – and is a resolute plea for freedom.

Press accreditation

We ask for your understanding that we can only grant access to the event to accredited media representatives. Places are limited. Taking photos is not permitted.

Accreditation is possible until Wednesday, September 10. Please fill out the form linked here and send it together with the proof of assignment for reporting by your editorial team and your valid press card by e-mail to vanessa.wagner@dai-heidelberg.de.

Important information for your attendance at the event

Doors open: 5:30 p.m.; free seating
Event time: 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Bags will be checked. Bags and backpacks larger than DIN A4 are not permitted.
Photos and video recordings are also not permitted.