Berlin, Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour

Explore the historical context of a significant period in world history by participating in a walking tour of Sachsenhausen, the nearest concentration camp located in Berlin. Gain insights into the daily lives of Jewish prisoners during the Nazi regime through a guided tour experience.

During an approximately five-hour tour, participants will gain insight into the daily activities of prisoners and their lives within a concentration camp through surviving structures. Understanding the intricate history of this site is facilitated by various monuments reflecting different ideologies and periods. Our knowledgeable guides emphasize reverence towards the victims' experiences throughout the visit.

Upon entering the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, visitors will encounter Tower A or the main entrance gate, adorned with the well-known slogan "Arbeit macht Frei" ("Work sets you free"). This leads them into Barracks 38 and 39, which constitute the "Small Camp." Here, they will explore the conditions faced by Jewish prisoners during the period of 1938 to 1942, including iconic bunk beds featured in numerous Holocaust-related films.

The Camp Prison or Punishment Cells, featuring the original cells, illustrate instances of severe punishment due to minor infractions. It is widely acknowledged that prisoners were subjected to experimental treatments and extreme medical procedures in the infirmary barracks and mortuary quarters under Nazi rule.

The former prisoner kitchen now serves as a museum, showcasing pivotal events from the camp's history. Visitors will observe remnants of the notorious Station Z, a brutal execution site later destroyed by the Soviets, where prisoners suffered horrific deaths.

Following the tour, participants may visit the Soviet Memorial established in 1961, marking the camp's transition to a Soviet Special Camp after World War II. This historical journey offers a comprehensive understanding of the atrocities committed in Sachsenhausen concentration camp.