Austrian authorities have opened a police station within Adolf Hitler’s former birthplace in Braunau am Inn. This move is a direct attempt to discourage neo-Nazis from turning the building into a pilgrimage site. The property has a controversial history, having been seized by the Austrian government in 1939 and remaining unoccupied for decades due to debate over its future. Previous considerations included demolition or repurposing, but ultimately establishing a police presence was chosen. Officials hope the station’s presence will actively deter extremist gatherings and symbolize the country’s rejection of Nazi ideology. The building will not be open to the public as a memorial or museum. The initiative represents a proactive measure to counter far-right extremism associated with the location.