Berlin: Sachsenhausen Private Guided Tour – Concentration Camp History Just Outside Berlin's City Limits｜Germany

Guided walking tour of the memorial site of the former Sachsenhausen concentration camp

The tour is a moving walking tour of the grounds of the memorial site of the former "showcase concentration camp of the Reich capital" Sachsenhausen and the later "Soviet special camp".

Our walking tour reflects the concept of the memorial site by emphasizing the personal fates of the victims and taking a look at the perpetrators, and offers you an in-depth insight into the history of this place.

Hear stories on site from victims and perpetrators who shaped the camp and learn more about the different phases the camp went through.

Locations visited and discussed:
- Tower A: The central entrance to the camp with the cynical inscription "Arbeit macht frei" ("Work sets you free").
- Prisoner barracks: Insights into the inhumane living conditions of the prisoners.
- Roll-call square: The place of daily humiliation and torment for the prisoners.
- Former camp kitchen: A central point of supply and control.
- Camp prison: A place of torture and punishment.
- Infirmary barracks: Places of medical experimentation and neglect.
- Station Z: A place of systematic killing with execution ditches, killing devices, and the remains of the crematoria.

This walking tour is not only a historical exploration but also a profound reflection on the significance of the events and the importance of the culture of remembrance.


What to expect:
- A private guided tour with a qualified and experienced guide who will share historical background and personal stories with you.
- Personalized service: We pick you up directly at your hotel in Berlin and, if you wish, take you back there.
- Alternative meeting point: Friedrichstrasse train station
- Convenient arrival and departure by public transport – eco-friendly and stress-free.
- 20-minute walk from/to Oranienburg train station to/from the memorial site (may be shortened by a short bus ride)

Tour details:
- Duration: 5 hours
- Language: German or English
- Suitable for individuals, couples or small groups.