Discover Sachsenhausen, one of the first concentration camps established by Nazi Germany’s Third Reich, on this guided trip from Berlin. Listen as an expert historian details the facts surrounding the camp’s creation, as well as a timeline of the atrocities that took place there. Today, the site serves as a national memorial to the prisoners who lived and died here, and on your visit you'll explore the various locations inside the camp, like the command headquarters and execution trench, and learn about Germany during the rule of the Third Reich.

Explore the camp with an expert historian as your guide
Visit sites such as the punishment cells and gas chambers
Hear tales of prisoner bravery as well as the chilling atrocities that took place at the camp
Learn about Germany during the days of the Third Reich

What's Included

Licensed guide trained by memorial authority
Insider Tour donates €3 to the Sachsenhausen memorial authority per guest

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Train ticket (you will need a Berlin Transport ABC Zone ticket costing approximately 7 euros)
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Reichstagufer 17
Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Meeting point: outside FRIEDRICHSTRASSE TRAIN STATION, on the square beside the 'Traenenpalast' (Palace of Tears), Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin. The guides will be wearing a blue lanyard and a yellow name tag holding yellow umbrellas.

Start time

10:00 am

End points

This activity ends in a different location. See details below:

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What To Expect

Begin your tour with a guide meet and greet at Friedrichstrasse train station. Ride to the Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum in Oranienburg.

More than 200,000 people were imprisoned in Sachsenhausen between 1936 and 1945. At first, the prisoners were primarily political opponents of the Nazi regime. However, people that were defined by the National Socialists as racially or biologically inferior were later included.

By 1939, there were a large number of citizens from the occupied European states imprisoned here. Tens of thousands of people died of starvation, disease, forced labor and mistreatment, or they were victims of the systematic extermination by the Schutzstaffel, or the SS. Thousands of other prisoners died during the “death marches” that followed the evacuation of the camp in April of 1945. At that time, approximately 3,000 sick prisoners, along with the doctors and nurses who had stayed behind in the camp, were freed by Soviet and Polish soldiers.

This tour features a visit to the punishment cells, gallows, gas chambers and burial pits located inside the prison. Hear stories of prisoner bravery as well as the chilling atrocities that took place at the camp, which now serves as a national memorial to the prisoners who lived and died here. Your tour ends with a return train trip to Berlin.

Friedrichstraße (Pass By)

Oranienburg

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Good walking shoes are recommended
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starting time
Check the weather and dress accordingly
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travellers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

Traveller Photos

Traveller Tips

Very bitterly cold in November but somewhat felt even colder on the grounds of the camp so ensure your fully prepared if your visiting around this time with good walking shoes.

Only negative is it is a long day so be prepared.

You need to be a strong walker and definitely wear sneakers.

Reviews

5.0

2,488 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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Well done Dr Thomas

Bernadette_A, Sept 2023

Seeing camp. Explanation on processes. A little bit more time would have been good to really go through the camp.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Bernade for this excellent review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour with Dr Thomas. You were in very good hands there alright. Kind regards, Gerard

You have to do this tour with Hannah!

Sylvie_A, Sept 2023

Even though this tour was very emotionally challenging, it is definitely an experience to live, especially with our guide, Hannah, which is simply exceptional. Very knowledgeable about the history of this camp, she managed to captivate the whole group throughout the day. She was also very attentive to the group (before, during and after the tour making sure everyone was OK and how to get back to our starting point or where we wanted to go) and did not hesitate to take breaks so that we could ask questions. Thank you, Hannah!

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Sylvie_A, Thank you kindly for this excellent review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour with Hannah. She is indeed an exceptional guide, who does this important site proud. Thank you for touring with us. Kind regards, Gerard

The group leader Zoe ?...

Dennis_S, Sept 2023

The group leader Zoe ? was well organized, knowledgeable and made sure we had a complete experience. She was great.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Dennis for this very good review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour. Kind regards, Gerard

Best tour guide ever!

Robert_R, Sept 2023

What can I say - Hannah was the best tour guide we have ever had by far ! Her ability to convey knowledge in a respectful & engaging manner puts her in a league above other guides. The tour is well organised and covered everything we expected.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Robert, Thanks for commenting on Insider Tour's Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the excellent Hannah. Thank you for taking the time to review our concentration camp memorial walking tour. Your feedback helps us continue our mission of remembrance and education. All the best Miak

Amazing tour, MUST DO!

Vanessa_K, Sept 2023

George truly made the entire experience one that we will never forget. The passion and knowledge filtered through the group and you could see that everyone was enjoying it just as much as we were. A sad part of our history but one that everyone should know about.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Vanessa, Thanks for commenting on Insider's Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the fantastic George. Your words mean a lot to us. We're honoured to have had you on our tour, and we're dedicated to preserving the memory of those affected by this tragic history. All the best Miguel

Listen, learn and never let it happen again.

Leanne_M, Sept 2023

Our tour guide was Georgia. She was knowledgeable and informative but more than that she was so empathetic to the trauma that real people suffered here. Why can’t we learn as humans that we are all equal, no better than anyone else.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Leanne, Thanks for taking the time to comment on Insider' Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the brilliant Georgia. We sincerely appreciate your thoughtful review. It's our privilege to provide a meaningful experience for those who visit. Safe travels. Micha

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour

Mark_C, Sept 2023

This is a great tour for anyone interested in learning more about the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. We were very lucky to have Hannah as our guide who was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to answer all the questions we had. We left with lots of new information and would highly recommend this tour for anyone with an interest in this topic.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Mark_C, We really appreciate you recommending our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour to other Berlin visitors. Hannah will be delighted to read your very kind review. All the very best, Gerard

Great learning experience

Kevin_J, Sept 2023

A very sombre and moving experience. George the tour guide was absolutely amazing so passionate and so much knowledge

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Kevin_J for this excellent review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour with top tour guide, George. Kind regards, Gerard

Review of informative visit to Sachsenhausen

Stephen_B, Sept 2023

Our guide Chloe was very friendly and knowledgeable. She took time to answer questions thoroughly. We saw a lot in the time available. Chloe dealt well with the sensitivity of the subject

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Stephe...., for this excellent review. We take great pride in our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour, and Chloe does it proud. Kind regards, Gerard

Memorable

Chris_S, Sept 2023

A very informative and thought provoking tour, our guide , Rafa, was extremely knowledgeable about the subject, he definitely knew his stuff, he made the tour interesting and insightful. Definitely left having learnt a lot more than I already knew.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Chris_S, The Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial is an important site that requires a lot of guiding finesse, and Rafa has that in spades. Thank you for touring with us. Kind regards, Gerard

Very moving

Michael_Z, Sept 2023

Xavier was probably one of the best guides I think we could have had. He made sure to get in as much information as he could and won’t sugar cost anything which I think is very important for a tour like this.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Michael for this great review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour with Xavier. He will be delighted to read this! Kind regards, Gerard

History With Due Respect

DebSteve_B, Sept 2023

Chris was an awesome tour guide. Very knowledgeable yet deeply respectful of the gravity of this place and the need to never forget. Very moving!

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear DebSte.., Many thanks for this excellent review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour with Chris. This is an important site best visited with an experienced and knowledgeable tour guide. Thank you for touring with us. Kind regards, Gerard

True Experience

Grant_G, Sept 2023

Amazing tour!! Maria was very insightful and knowledgeable about the location, persons in history, stories about the camp. It was truly an experience! Do not hesitate to book

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Thank you Grant_G for this excellent review of our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour with Maria. She is a top Berlin tour guide and a great storyteller. We really appreciate you recommending us to other Berlin visitors. Kind regards, Gerard

Insightful and sobering

David_C, Sept 2023

The tour was led by a very inspired Gorge who packed the tour with facts for the entire trip. One thing to note is that the tour is much longer than the advertised 3 hours as there is a train trip of at least and hour there and back. This need to be added to the itinerary for the length of the tour which was most of the day. Apart from that it is highly recommended. Sobering.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear David, Thanks for sharing your expereince on Insider's Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the fantastic George. Thank you for your heartfelt review. We're honoured to be a part of your journey to learn from history and promote understanding. The tour is a 6 hour round trip, as advertised in the information, so be well prepared with comfotable shoes and some snacks. Warmest regards. Miak

Great tour with great tour guide (Georg)!!! Do remember to bring water, umbrella and sunscreen

HsuanCheng_K, Sept 2023

It's a little bit physically tiring as it's a 6hrs tour with quite some walks but it's totally worthy. The stories, lessons and architectures behind all those camps and barracks are really mind-blowing. My tour guide Georg did a great job explaining and sharing all those history moments. Few quotes from him that still resonate with me so well: - Work brings freedom. It's just the freedom back then was death. - These displays are the manifestations of hatred, racism and anti-semitism.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear HauanC, Thanks for commenting on your Insider Tour Sachsenhausen memorial tour expereince with the fantastic George. Thank you for your positive feedback regarding our concentration camp walking tour. We deeply appreciate your kind words. Our aim is to provide an informative and respectful experience that pays tribute to the memory of those who suffered during this dark chapter in history. Your support means a lot to us, and we hope our tours continue to educate and create awareness about the past. All the best. Micha

Worth the time to see

Babita_K, Sept 2023

Hannah did an excellent job of explaining what led to the holocaust. It was detailed and worth the time and money spent.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Babita, Thanks for commenting on Insider's Sachsnehausen memorial tour with the superlative Hannah. Thank you for recognising the significance of this tour. We hope it contributes to a world where peace and understanding prevail. All the best Mikhael

Great tour

Natasha_T, Sept 2023

Hannah was an excellent tour guide! She shared her wealth of knowledge and passion for the topic in an engaging and clear way. The day went by quickly and the train ride was easy. Bring snacks because there’s only a short food break. We’d definitely recommend this tour, and make sure to get Hannah as your guide!

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Natasha, Thanks for commenting on Insider's Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the fantatstic Hannah. We're pleased to hear that our tour left a positive impact on you. It's crucial to remember and honour those who suffered during this time. Safe travels. Micha

A worthwhile tour!

Dianne_E, Sept 2023

Hannah was a great guide. She was very knowledgeable and she was interesting to listen to. She helped the group get their train tickets and explained what we would be seeing next, as we toured the camp. I learned many new facts that I didn’t know before!

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Dianne, Thanks for sharing your expereince on Insider's Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the excellent Hannah. Your review means a lot to us. We believe that by remembering and learning from history, we can strive for a better future. All the very best. Miak

Highly emotional and moving

Lisa_R, Sept 2023

I found this daytrip to be very informative and emotional. Our tour guide gave us quite an informative detail on the camp. The people involved in it. It was a six hour excursion which was just long enough to hear about the conditions the people had to endure as it was very ioverwhelming. I would highly recommend this trip as being a part of the German history. It was one. I'm glad I went to.

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Lisa, Thanks for commenting on Insider's Sachsenhausen memorial tour. hank you for your thoughtful review. It means a lot to us that you found our walking tour through the concentration camp impactful. We strive to create a respectful and educational experience, and your positive feedback motivates us to continue our mission of bearing witness to history. All the best Miak.

Don’t miss this tour- heartbreaking but needed.

Marissa_M, Sept 2023

Tina was an absolutely incredible guide for the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour! I was nervous for the tour and the about of walking after reading some of the reviews but it was really nothing! Tina started off the day by explaining we’d have a 44 minute train, 20 minute walk to the camp, the tour, and then the walk and train ride home. Tina made the travel effortless and provided so many inside stories and memories to the tour. You can really see Tina’s passion for Berlin the more and more you talk with her. Tina truly was an open book to our questions and provided so much knowledge with this history. Excited to book a tour with her again during our next visit to Berlin!

Response from Host, Sept 2023

Dear Marissa, Thanks for commenting on Insider's Sachsenhausen memorial tour with the terrific Tina. We appreciate your kind words and are deeply honored that you found our walking tour through the concentration camp meaningful. Our aim is to provide informative and respectful experiences, and we're grateful for your feedback. Your support helps us ensure that the memory of those who suffered is never forgotten All the best Micha

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