how long was the berlin wall in place

The Berlin Wall was in place for 28 years — from 1961 to 1989.

Quick Scoop

It went up on August 13, 1961 , and the border opened on November 9, 1989.

That makes it a little over 28 years, often described as 28 years and a few months.

In Plain Terms

• Built: 1961.

• Fell: 1989.

• Time in place: about 28 years.