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Arriving by train from Berlin you will discover the wretched history of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp on this impactful guided tour.
Just outside Berlin, this site bears witness to the atrocities of the Third Reich. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through key areas of the camp, including the notorious gatehouse and the barracks, sharing insights into the camp's establishment in 1936, its role in the Nazi regime, and the diverse prisoner populations it held.
You'll learn about the harrowing experiences of those imprisoned here, their resilience, and the camp's post-WWII history under Soviet control.
The tour also focuses on the memorialization efforts at Sachsenhausen, offering a reflective look at how the site has been transformed into a place of remembrance. Visit various national memorials and exhibitions within the complex, each honoring the victims from different backgrounds.
Join us for this deeply moving experience at one of history's most significant sites.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your guide with the Stellar Tours badge ( White badge with a BIG BLUE STAR) right in front of the main entrance of the Hotel Adlon Kempinski at Pariser Platz next to the Brandenburg Gate.
Itinerary
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1Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
The Sachsenhausen Memorial is a site of remembrance and education, situated on the grounds of the former Sachsenhausen concentration camp. It serves as a solemn reminder of the atrocities committed by the Nazi regime, offering insights into the lives of the prisoners who suffered and died here.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
Tower A, with its infamous "Arbeit Macht Frei" (Work Sets You Free) inscription, served as the main entrance and exit for the camp. It symbolizes the deceitful promises made to prisoners and now stands as the iconic entry point to the memorial site, setting the tone for a visit rooted in reflection and remembrance.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Station Z was the codename for the execution area where thousands of prisoners were murdered through shooting, hanging, and gassing. Today, it's a chilling reminder of the systematic extermination carried out in the camp, with memorials and exhibitions detailing the brutal efficiency of the Nazi killing apparatus.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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The Special Prison, or Zellenbau, was used for the solitary confinement of political prisoners and other inmates deemed significant by the SS. It illustrates the harsh conditions of imprisonment and the personal stories of those who were isolated from the main camp population.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
Commandant's House The Commandant's House, located just outside the camp's perimeter, served as the residence for the camp's commandant. It now functions as part of the memorial site, offering a disturbing glimpse into the juxtaposition of the commandants' domestic lives with the atrocities they oversaw.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
Barracks 38 and 39 (Jewish Barracks) Barracks 38 and 39 were specifically designated for Jewish prisoners, highlighting the targeted persecution of Jews within the camp system. These barracks now house exhibitions that provide insight into the daily lives, struggles, and resistance of Jewish inmates.
50 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We strongly recommend you bring water and something to eat. Eating is prohibited inside Sachsenhausen but you may eat something on the way to and from Sachsenhausen.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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