Nazi Resistance and Holocaust Tour of Berlin

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This isn't merely a tour—it's an immersive journey through Berlin's WWII past, narrated from the perspective of those who defied oppression. You'll be guided to the city's hidden corners where courage silently resided, and history continues to resonate.The adventure begins in the heart of old Jewish Berlin, where even a modest plaque or silent cobblestone carries a potent tale. At each stop, you'll discover real lives—individuals who hid, who fought, who took a stand when the world turned a blind eye. You'll also explore: The site of the Women's Protest, where German wives successfully demanded their Jewish husbands' release. The Workshop for the Blind, where Otto Weidt risked all to safeguard his deaf and blind Jewish employees. Nicholas Winton's Kindertransport legacy—rescuing hundreds of Jewish children from deportation. And Bebelplatz, where thousands of books were incinerated in 1933, marking the onset of a cultural purge.Throughout, photographs, maps, and narratives will be provided to help you envisage what Berlin looked like under the Third Reich—and how resistance coexisted with oppression. This experience is potent, personal, and far from anything you'd find in a guidebook. It's an opportunity to engage with history in a way that's intimate, emotional, and indelible.
Highlights
- Walk Berlin's Jewish quarter with expert WWII guides
- Visit hidden memorials and untold Holocaust landmarks
- Discover the story of Otto Weidt and his secret factory
- Stand where women defied the Nazis to save their families
- See the site of the 1933 Nazi book burning at Bebelplatz
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
3 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Guided tour
- Map
Not included
- Food and drinks
Where you'll meet
Meet your guide in front of the old Post Office building. Look for the guide holding a blue umbrella.
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On the Front Tours
Important information
Accessibility:
* The tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible
* Service animals are welcome
Know in advance:
* The tour covers approximately 2.5 hours of walking with regular stops
* The content includes references to the Holocaust and may be emotionally intense - parental discretion is advised for younger guests
* You can book this tour as either shared, with no more than 15 people in total, or private (just for you and your group), with space for up to 20 guests
* The shared tour requires a minimum of 5 guests to operate - in rare cases, rescheduling or refunds may be offered
Remember to bring:
* Comfortable walking shoes
* Weather-appropriate clothing
* Umbrella or raincoat in case of rain
* Water or light snacks if needed
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