Private Tour

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

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.

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Memorial 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 Included

Memorial 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 Included

What‘s Included

Private Walking Tour

Certified Expert Guide

Round Trip Train Tickets

Gratuities

The Tour does NOT Include Hotel Pick-UP or Drop-OFF of Guests

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