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Sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial from Berlin



The Sachsenhausen concentration camp, which was supposed to be a prison for political opponents, has become a place of detention for more than 200,000 people, tens of thousands of whom died of starvation and exhaustion in inhumane conditions.

On a trip from Berlin to this dreadful place of terror, you'll find out how Nazi architects designed the grounds and buildings intending to subjugate prisoners to the absolute power of the SS. You'll discover the thrill of life in the death camp, learn about the daily life of prisoners and hear terrifying stories about those who slowly died of starvation, disease, forced labor, and systematic extermination. During your tour, you'll visit the punishment cells, execution grounds and crematorium, the Pathology Laboratory and Hospital, the gallows and the Jewish barracks.

You'll also learn about the Special Camp No. 7/1, when Sachsenhausen became a Soviet camp. Until its closing in 1950, a further 60,000 men were held captive here, mostly former Nazi functionaries, German POWs, and Soviet deserters. Some 12,000 inmates died of hunger, cold and disease under the Soviets.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Berlin
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Skip the line
Entrance fees included
Exclusive venue
Guided tour
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Why you’ll love this…

  • Visit the former concentration camp where more than 200,000 people were imprisoned by the Nazis
  • Uncover the realities of life and death in the camp and hear the stories of valour amid the horror
  • Learn how Nazi architects designed the grounds and buildings

Important to know

Accessibility:

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for guests with walking impairments

Know in advance:

  • Roundtrip transportation to the camp is not included. Train tickets can be easily purchased at the meeting point, the cost of the train ticket is 9.40€
  • The reduced ticket is available for over 65s and for students with a valid ID
  • Remember to wear appropriate clothes and comfortable shoes

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Entrance fees
  • Map
  • Local guide
  • Tour guide
  • All entry fees

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tips (optional)
  • Train ticket

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin, Germany

Meeting point:

Meet your guide outside Friedrichstrasse train station, on the square beside the 'Traenenpalast' (Palace of Tears). Look for the guides with the yellow umbrellas. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure, as latecomers will not be able to join the tour.

Provider

Insider Tour


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Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 20 3830 1409