Sachsenhausen concentration camp

The Tour Experience

Meeting point for the walking tour: Starbucks at warschauer strassee s bahn station. Please note - the tour is for a group of up to 12 people in a walking tour and up to 8 by car. If your group is larger, let's talk through "contact" page. Join us for a profound and educational tour of Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, located just north of Berlin. This site serves as a somber reminder of the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Our tour will begin with an introduction to the historical context of Sachsenhausen, established in 1936 as one of the first concentration camps of the Nazi regime. You’ll learn about its role in the broader network of camps and the experiences of those who were imprisoned here. As we walk through the camp grounds, we will visit key locations such as the entrance gate, with its infamous slogan "Arbeit Macht Frei" ("Work Sets You Free"). This stark reminder sets the tone for our exploration of the harsh realities faced by the inmates. We will proceed to the various barracks, where you will gain insights into the living conditions and daily struggles of the prisoners. Stories of their resilience and resistance will highlight the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity. The tour will also include visits to the camp’s medical experimentation site, the punishment cells, and the crematorium, where we will reflect on the tragic loss of life and the brutalities that occurred within these walls. Throughout the tour, we will discuss the importance of remembrance and education in preventing such atrocities from happening again. We will explore the ways in which the site honors the memory of the victims and promotes awareness of the Holocaust's impact on history and humanity. This tour is designed to provide a respectful and informative experience, encouraging reflection on the past and fostering discussions about tolerance and human rights in our contemporary world. Join us as we remember and honor the victims of Sachsenhausen and learn from this critical chapter in history.