Top Stories· August 17, 2026 at 10:01 a.m.
Angela Merkel's Portrait Draws Over 900 Visitors Daily at Berlin Museum
Key takeaways
- Angela Merkel's portrait attracts over 900 visitors daily
- Visitors express nostalgia for Merkel's 16-year term
A portrait of former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, painted by artist Helmut Middendorf, is attracting an estimated 900 visitors per day at the Bode Museum in Berlin. This figure represents a significant increase of up to 90% compared to the same period last year. The painting has stirred nostalgic reflections among visitors about Merkel's 16-year tenure as Chancellor.
