Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial guided tour

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Explore the haunting history of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp just outside Berlin, on a small group tour with a maximum of 15 people. Delve into the complex and tragic story of the Holocaust as the guide sheds light on every aspect of this former camp. Learn why the camp was established and how it became a training ground for the SS and the headquarters of the concentration camp system. Discover the harsh realities of life as a prisoner and hear stories of survival amidst appalling conditions.Understand the grim purpose of the execution complex. Explore how prisoners were incarcerated after "Kristallnacht", and how some survived through tasks like counterfeiting in the forgery workshop. Hear about the medical experiments conducted on prisoners. Discover how after the liberation, Sachsenhausen was transformed by the Soviets into a Special Camp for their own enemies after the war, including mid- to lower-ranking officials of the National Socialist regime, Wehrmacht soldiers, and others.

Highlights

  • Visit the former Sachsenhausen concentration camp
  • Small group of max
  • 15 people with a licensed and specially trained guide
  • Learn about the Rise and Fall of Nazi Germany and the complex history of the Holocaust
  • Listen to how life was for the prisoners and how some survived
  • See the foundations of Station Z, the "mass execution facility"
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Facilities

Free cancellation
mobile
6 hours
Available in English

What's included

  • Entrance fees
  • Guided walking tour
  • Tour guide
  • Small group experience

Not included

  • Train ticket
  • Tips (optional)

Where you'll meet

Meet your guide in front of Starbucks at the Hackescher Markt

Operated by

ORIGINAL BERLIN WALKS

Important information

Know in advance: * The tour is accessible for wheelchair users, please keep in mind that the site can be muddy during or after rain * Please note, there is no possibility to buy food or drinks at the memorial (bring with you what you need) * The tour runs with any kind of weather, please be appropriately dressed * Please note that you will need an ABC train ticket (own expense) as you will be using public transport

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