sachsenhausen concentration camp guided tour

Stiftung Brandenburgische Gedenkstätten Gedenkstätte und Museum Sachsenhausen

Guided Tours

Overview guided tours for groups.

On a guided tour of the Sachsenhausen Memorial, visitors are given an overview of the history of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, the Soviet Special Camp No. 7/No. 1 and the Memorial itself.

Using the remains of buildings and other traces that have been left, the guide illustrates how the camp was built and expanded, the conditions under which the inmates were detained and what their day-to-day lives were like between forced labour and the murderous actions carried out by the SS in the camp. The exhibitions address the reasons victims were persecuted and their various experiences, as well as the actions of the perpetrators.

At least two hours should be planned for an overview tour .

Guided tours in easy-to-understand language

The participants get an insight into the history of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp in easy-to-understand language and with descriptive visual materials. There are many breaks during the tour so that everyone can take time to reflect.

The tour in easy-to-understand language takes around three hours with breaks included.

Thematic guided tours

Guided tours with a specific thematic focus deal with selected historical matters, for example individual prisoner groups in the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. Thematic tours can be offered after a consultation and depending on the interest of the visiting group.

The themed tours last around two to three hours .

Guided tours for relatives

Do you or your family have a personal connection to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp or the Soviet Special Camp? We are happy to accompany you on your visit to the memorial. Please contact us for an individual consultation.

• Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum
• Ravensbrück Memorial Museum
• Death March Memorial in Below Forest
• Leistikowstrasse Potsdam Memorial
• Memorial to the Victims of Euthanasia Murders
• Brandenburg-Görden Prison Memorial
• Memorial and Museum Lieberose in Jamlitz

Wir verwenden Cookies auf dieser Website. Cookies sind kleine Textdateien, die auf Ihrem Computer gespeichert werden. Sie dienen dazu, unsere Seiten nutzerfreundlicher zu machen und diese optimiert darzustellen. Durch die Nutzung unserer Seiten erklären Sie sich mit dem Einsatz von Cookies einverstanden. Erfahren Sie mehr in unseren  Datenschutzbestimmungen

• Contrast Contrast

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp: Guided Walking Tour

6 hours €29.00 from Berlin

Sachsenhausen Memorial a guided tour - The specially trained guides use primary sources and historical research to explain the history of the camp and compile the experiences of the prisoners.

Original Berlin Walks - Sachsenhausen Memorial: english guided tour

In Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp just outside Berlin, tens of thousands perished at the hands of the Nazis in conditions of appalling brutality.  The camp became a training ground for the SS and the site of the headquarters of the whole concentration camp system.  After the Nazis were defeated, the Soviets used Sachsenhausen as a camp for their own political enemies – thousands more were to perish over the next five years.

Sachsenhausen Memorial Tour tour at a glance: 

Professional guides & expert knowlegde .

For this tour, Original Berlin Walks’ guides are trained to unravel the complex history of the Holocaust.  Using witness accounts and historical research, our qualified guides shed light on what life was like as a prisoner and how some were able to survive.

Among others, the following topics will also be addressed:

• why Sachsenhausen and the concentration camp system were established by the Nazis
• how the conditions in the camp worsened in 1939.  (Visit the barracks where many of the thousands of Jewish prisoners sent to the camp after the so-called “Kristallnacht” were incarcerated)
• how the SS used the execution complex at Sachsenhausen to perpetrate acts of mass murder, including the killing of 10,000 Soviet POWs in 1941.  (See the foundations of Station Z, the mass execution facility)
• how some Jewish prisoners survived by working in the forgery workshop, counterfeiting millions of pounds sterling
• how some prisoners were subjected to excruciating medical experiments.  (See the oldest intact concentration camp barracks at the infirmary as well as the pathology lab)
• attempted escapes from the camp, including the tunnel dug by British POW “Jimmy” James and others
• the “death marches” at the end of the war and the liberation of the camp by the Red Army
• how the Soviets turned Sachsenhausen into a Special Camp for their own enemies after the war, who they imprisoned, and the fate of these prisoners
• how the East German regime manipulated the history of the camp for its own end

Meeting point

Neue Promenade 3, 10178 Berlin, In front of Starbucks

Important information

• For this tour we use public transport. Therefore you need a day ticket ABC (available at BVG-machines)
• redeemable as smartphone ticket
• children up to 12 years accompanied by an adult free of charge

The tour guides arrive 5-10 minutes before the tour starts. You will recognize them by their blue name tags. Please check your ticket for the meeting point and start time.

Ticket validity after purchase

• valid for the booked day
• accepted as smartphone ticket
• no print-out needed

The Original Berlin Walks

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Tour

A complete guide to visiting sachsenhausen concentration camp.

by Original Berlin Tours | Mar 7, 2024 | Sachsenhausen

Introduction

Visiting historical sites such as Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp in Germany can be a deeply moving and educational experience. Sachsenhausen, located just outside Berlin, is one of the major Nazi concentration camps preserved as a memorial and museum. If you’re planning to visit this significant site, it’s important to know how to get there and make the most of your trip. In this guide, we’ll provide you with all the information you need to navigate your journey and explore Sachsenhausen.

1. Getting to Sachsenhausen

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp is located in Oranienburg, a city approximately 35 kilometers north of Berlin. There are various options available for reaching the camp, depending on your preferences and budget.

1.1. By Train

Taking the train is the most convenient and cost-effective option for most visitors. From Berlin, you can catch an S-Bahn train from various stations, such as Friedrichstrasse, Alexanderplatz, or Hauptbahnhof (the central station).

The journey typically takes around 45 minutes, and trains run regularly throughout the day. Once you arrive in Oranienburg, you can either take a bus or walk to Sachsenhausen. The camp is around 2 kilometers away from the train station, and the walk takes about 25 minutes.

1.2. By Bus or Tram

Another option is to take a bus or tram from Berlin to Oranienburg. This can be a good alternative if you prefer not to use the train. Buses are generally slower than trains, so be sure to check the schedules in advance.

Once you reach Oranienburg, you can either walk or take a bus to Sachsenhausen, as mentioned earlier.

2. Exploring Sachsenhausen

Once you arrive at Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, you’ll want to make the most of your visit and understand the historical context. Here are some key things to keep in mind while exploring the camp.

2.1. Guided Tours

Booking a guided tour is highly recommended to fully grasp the significance of Sachsenhausen. Knowledgeable guides will provide in-depth information about the camp, its history, and the experiences of the prisoners who were held there.

Guided tours can be arranged in advance or booked on-site. It’s advisable to arrive early and check the availability of tours, as they can fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons.

2.2. Visitor Center and Museum

Before starting your tour of the camp, make sure to visit the visitor center and museum. Here, you’ll find detailed exhibitions that provide essential background information about the camp’s history, the prisoners’ daily lives, and the overall context of the Holocaust.

The museum offers audio guides in multiple languages, allowing you to listen to survivor testimonies and gain a deeper understanding of the atrocities committed during the Nazi regime.

2.3. Central Sites and Barracks

As you explore Sachsenhausen, you’ll come across several central sites and barracks that are key to understanding the camp’s structure and purpose. These include the main entrance gate, the roll call square, the execution trench, and various prisoner barracks.

Take your time to reflect upon the grim history of each location and pay homage to the victims who suffered and perished in these spaces. It’s important to approach these areas with respect and a solemn attitude.

2.3. Memorial Events

Throughout the year, Sachsenhausen hosts memorial events and ceremonies to honor the victims and commemorate the camp’s history. If your visit coincides with one of these events, consider attending to gain a deeper connection with the site and its significance.

Additionally, the International Sachsenhausen Committee organizes regular educational programs, lectures, and exhibitions that offer further insight into the camp’s history and its implications in the modern world.

3. Additional Tips

To enhance your experience and ensure a smooth visit to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, consider the following tips:

3.1. Dress Appropriately

Given the solemn nature of the site, it’s essential to dress appropriately. Wear comfortable shoes and dress modestly as a sign of respect for the victims.

3.2. Carry Water and Snacks

During your visit, it’s advisable to carry water and snacks, as there are limited options for refreshments available on-site.

3.3. Respect the Rules and Regulations

Sachsenhausen is a place of reverence and remembrance. Ensure you follow the rules and regulations set by the memorial site, such as refraining from taking photographs in certain areas and maintaining a respectful demeanor.

3.4. Reflect on Your Visit

Visiting Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp can evoke strong emotions. Take time after your visit to reflect on what you’ve seen, learned, and experienced. Consider discussing your thoughts and feelings with fellow travelers or writing in a journal to process the impact of the visit.

Visiting Sachsenhausen is an opportunity to pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust and deepen your understanding of this dark chapter in history. By knowing how to reach the camp and what to expect during your visit, you can make the most of this educational experience. Remember to approach the site with respect, listen to survivor testimonies, and reflect on the atrocities committed. Sachsenhausen serves as a solemn reminder of the importance of remembrance, empathy, and the ongoing fight against hate.

Table of Contents

Thank you for your interest. To truly understand the depth and impact of Berlin's history, we invite you to join our Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Tour . This visit provides a solemn reminder of the past and pays respect to the memories of those who suffered. We hope to see you soon as we embark on this important journey together.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Bravery amidst horror
• Details of camp condition
• 6 hour tour
• Informative guides
• Uncover the truths

When: Every day at 10am Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance. Price: € 29,00 € 19,00 Per Person

Check out our other cities

Berlin tours.

• Original Berlin Tours
• Berlin Pub Crawl
• Pub Crawl Berlin
• Free Berlin Tours
• More Berlin Tours
• Cold War Tour Berlin
• World War Tour Berlin
• Sachsenhausen Tour

Barcelona Tours

• Free Barcelona Tours
• Barcelona Pub Crawl
• Pub Crawl Barcelona

Budapest Tours

• Free Budapest Tours
• Budapest Bar Crawl
• Pub Crawl Budapest

Madrid Tours

• Madrid Pub Crawl
• Pub Crawl Madrid
• Nice Pub Crawl
• Nice Bar Crawl
• Pub Crawl Nice

Amsterdam Tours

• Amsterdam Pub Crawl
• Bar Crawl Amsterdam

Paris Tours

• Pub Crawl Paris

Dublin Tours

• Pub Crawl Dublin

Warsaw Tours

• Pub Crawl Warsaw

Stockholm Tours

• Pub Crawl Stockholm

Other Links

• Original Pub Crawls
• Be Original Tours
• Original Free Tours
• E-Ticket Trail

BOOK ONLINE

The theory & practice of hell.

The SACHSENHAUSEN CAMP Tour

hour private van tour – max 6 person group

includes 19% VAT, guide fee, booking fee, admin fee, transportation and driver costs, and tourism insurances

Our Sachsenhausen Camp Tour can start wherever is best for you – at your accommodation or elsewhere

Visit the  Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial & Museum  and learn about life and death in a  Nazi ‘Protective Custody Camp’ ; the  architecture of total control,  and what  inhumanity,   humanity is capable of  in its darkest moments.

An opportunity to assess Sachsenhausen’s role as the  nucleus of the entire Nazi concentration camp industry;  a  prison to many notable figures ; but also a  proving ground  for the  methods and practices that would lead to the horror of industrial mass murder across Europe.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

…the  Tower A  entrance &  ‘Arbeit Macht Frei’  lettering, the  Appelplatz  roll call area, the  Jewish barracks , the  special SS/Gestapo prison , the post-war  KGB/NKVD camp , the ruins of  Station Z  and much more…

TOUR GUIDES

We also offer private walking tour variations of all our famous private transportation tours

Get in touch for bigger groups tours – we also offer bus tours for companies and schools

English language tours with native English speakers – in other languages on request

Book directly with a local company – 18 years experience offering guided tours of Berlin

Pay online with any major credit card – VISA/Mastercard/Amex or direct bank transfer

Despite the passage of time, the Tower A entrance to the  Sachsenhausen Camp Memorial  – emblazoned with its infamous “Arbeit Macht Frei” lettering – still stands as a threshold to another domain.

Missing are the sights, sounds, and smells of casual brutality. Instead of the cramped suffocating  architecture of totalitarianism , a vast open field graced with rows of stone markers – where barracks houses once stood – exists in its place.

Constructed by the Nazis , inherited by the Soviet authorities , and transformed into a memorial by the East German government –Sachsenhausen is a startling example of how different regimes chose to use the same land for  purposes of punishment and propaganda .

Most people, when asked about Nazi camps,  would point East  – to the  extermination camps that gained notoriety through the Holocaust : to  Auschwitz ,  Treblinka ,  Majdanek etc.

The truth is, however, that  these camps came relatively late in the history of the Third Reich .  Their predecessors – the concentration camps – such as Sachsenhausen , were constructed  within Nazi Germany in the 1930s .

Devised as a  so-called ‘protective custody camp’ to house political prisoners, Sachsenhausen grew to become not only the nucleus of the entire Nazi concentration camp industry ;  but also a proving ground for the methods and practices that would lead to the ultimate horror of industrial mass murder and genocide.

Writer Hannah Arendt referred to the concentration camp as the ‘true central institution of totalitarian organisational power’  – designed for the  systematised dehumanisation and destruction of human personality . The ‘theory and practice of hell’ materialised.

A thought-provoking and often uncomfortable journey –the former Nazi concentration camp of Sachsenhausen stands as a warning from the past  and a recommended excursion from Berlin to all interested in learning more about the conditions where  gratuitous cruelty flourished and experiments to cultivate inhumanity succeeded.

Sachsenhausen now is a place to pay respects , to reflect, and to bear witness . To observe the preservation of memory as a vital tool against the tyranny of forgetting what humanity is capable of in its darkest moments .

BERLIN HISTORY Tour Sites

The Tower A Entrance

The New Museum (constructed by the East German government)

The ‘Green Monster’ canteen building used by the SS

The infamous “Arbeit Macht Frei” gate

The Appelplatz roll call area

The Jewish barracks

The site of Operation Bernhard

The special SS/Gestapo prison

The isolation barracks

The former kitchen barrack

The execution yard

The industrial yard/foundations of Station Z execution facility

The site of the Sachsenhausen gas chamber

The crematorium site

The remains of the Soviet-era NKVD/KGB camp

The pathology building

The hospital building

The site of the camp brothel

The international memorials & graves

The T Building – The Concentration Camps Inspectorate

HISTORY BEYOND THE MYTH

We will not only examine what remains of the Sachsenhausen camp in its current form as a memorial and museum site but also deal with the important issues associated with this hugely significant location and its tragic history.

What was special about the design of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp?

Were the Nazi concentration camps inspired by the British?

Was Sachsenhausen a ‘Holocaust camp’?

Was it possible to be released from a Nazi concentration camp?

How did the Nazi methodology of industrial killing develop?

Was the Nazi party democractically elected?

How close did the Nazis come to developing an atomic bomb?

Were the Nazi medical experiments useful?

What inspired the racial theories of Nazi Germany?

Did Hugo Boss design the Nazi uniforms?

Was Joseph Stalin’s son killed by the Nazis?

Did the Nazis manage to counterfeit the US dollar during WWII?

How many times did Hitler survive assassination?

How was the history of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp presented in East Germany?

What were the difference between the Nazi protective custody camps and the camps of the Soviet GULAG?

FEATURED BERLIN EXPERIENCES

Visit The Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial

Tour testimonials, photo credits.

• Sachsenhausen prisoner at roll call on Appellplatz/Bundesarchiv, Bild 183-78612-0003 CC-BY-SA 3.0
• Sachsenhausen prisoners at the Tower A entrance/Bundesarchiv, Bild 183-78612-0002 / Unknown author / CC-BY-SA 3.0
• Sachsenhausen prisoners at roll call/Bundesarchiv, Bild 183-78612-0008 / CC-BY-SA 3.0
• SS Unterfuhrer at the Appellplatz/Bundesarchiv, Bild 183-78612-0010 / CC-BY-SA 3.0
• Sachsenhausen visit by Wilhelm Frick and Heinrich Himmler/Bundesarchiv, Bild 183-41630-0001 / CC-BY-SA 3.0
• Sachsenhausen prisoners move a transport wagon/Bundesarchiv, Bild 183-78612-0011 / CC-BY-SA 3.0

TheBetterVacation.com

Everything about tourist attractions

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp – guided tour from Berlin

Sachsenhausen Memorial tells the story of one of the biggest concentration camps on German territory from 1936 to 1945 – the period of the Holocaust.

This infamous camp was the hotbed of the systematic persecution and extermination of millions of innocent lives.

Today, Sachsenhausen serves as a memorial and museum ensuring the horrors of the past are never forgotten.

This article covers everything you must know before booking tickets for the Sachsenhausen Memorial in Berlin. 

Top Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Tickets

# Sachsenhausen Camp Guided Tour

Table of contents

What to expect at sachsenhausen camp, where to book tickets, how do online tickets work, sachsenhausen memorial ticket prices, self-guided tour of sachsenhausen camp, half day guided tour from berlin to sachsenhausen memorial, meeting point, how to reach sachsenhausen camp, sachsenhausen camp’s timings, how long does the tour take, best time to visit sachsenhausen camp, faqs about sachsenhausen museum.

Berlin’s Sachsenhausen Memorial housed around 200,000 inmates who were exploited as forced labor by local industry. 

Thousands of these prisoners died due to inhumane working and living conditions or were gassed, shot, or subjected to medical experiments.

After World War 2 got over, the Jews were released, and the Soviet Army used the camp to imprison the Nazis who had supported the war effort. 

Today, locals and tourists visit the camp to view the remaining structures, learn about the camp’s sad past, and see moving memorials to the victims.

As you walk through the Punishment Cells, Watchtower, Jewish Barracks, Infirmary, SS Training Camp, Gallows, and more, get an insight into the life of prisoners, guards, and other occupants at that time.

You can book Sachsenhausen Memorial’s tickets online or at the attraction’s ticket counter. To book the tickets, select the preferred date and number of tickets and book them right away.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the venue.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the attraction’s ticket counters.

When you book early, you also get your preferred time slot.

Because there is a high demand for the guided tours of this attraction, the tickets may sell out during peak days. Booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

Once you purchase Sachsenhausen Memorial tickets, they get delivered to your email address. 

There is no need to get printouts of the ticket. 

You can show the e-ticket on your smartphone when you visit the attraction and join the group.

Self-guided tours to the Sachsenhausen Memorial and the Museums is free.

The guided tour tickets cost €30 for adult visitors aged 18 years and above.

Child ticket is priced at €25 for visitors aged 17 years and younger.

If you want to save money, you can visit Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp on your own.

You will have to make your travel arrangements to reach the memorial.

The Memorial doesn’t have any entry fees. However, contributions are welcome to help maintain the grounds.

Once you reach there, you can opt for a guided tour, if you prefer.

Sachsenhausen Memorial offers its tour of the grounds, which lasts two and a half hours.

On this six-hour guided tour to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, you will board a train from Berlin. 

At Sachsenhausen camp, you will learn about the country’s history and see what’s left of the guards’, staff’s, and prisoners’ rooms.

Before witnessing the Jewish barracks, boot testing track, and gallows, enter ” A ” guard tower and stand on the registration compound.

The local guide also shows you the camp’s hospital and pathology lab and the grim Station Z building, which housed the cremation and execution facilities.

You will learn about the camp’s establishment during Nazi Germany, the hardships inside the camp throughout World War II, and how hostages were released at the war’s end.

While many of the camp’s stories are sad, you will also hear inspiring tales of resistance and survival as you walk by inscriptions honoring the camp’s victims and survivors.

During this guided tour of Sachsenhausen Memorial, which lasts around six hours, a local expert stays with you all through.

You can cancel this ticket up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Cost of tickets

Adult ticket (18+ years): €30 Children ticket (17 years and younger): €25

If you prefer a tour of the Sachsenhausen memorial that includes private transport to and from the attraction, then you must book the Private Sachsenhausen Tour with Transport from Berlin .

Meet your guide outside the Friedrichstraße train station on the square beside the “Traenenpalast” (Palace of Tears) to begin the tour.

The Sachsenhausen camp is located in a small town called Oranienburg, 22 miles (35 km) from Berlin.  

Address: Street of Nations 22, D-16515 Oranienburg. Get Directions .

You can reach the attraction by bus, train, or car.

Take the S-Bahn line S 1 (Wannsee – Oranienburg) and get off at Oranienburg train station (Travel time from Berlin is Friedrichstraße station 45 minutes, every 20 minutes).

If you are traveling by the regional train, switch trains at Oranienburg station.

Take the regional train RE 5 to Oranienburg station (travel time from Berlin Main Station (Hauptbahnhof) 25 minutes, runs hourly).

You can also take the regional train RB 12 from Berlin-Ostkreuz and Berlin-Lichtenberg to Oranienburg Station (travel time 25 minutes, runs hourly).

Alternatively, the regional train RB 20 from Potsdam will also drop you at the Oranienburg station (travel time 60 minutes, runs hourly)

The Oranienburg station is a 20-minute walk from the attraction.

Take the bus line 804 or 821 to the Sachsenhausen stop, which is only a seven-minute walk away.

If you’re traveling by car, turn on  Google Maps  and get started!

Click here to see the nearest car parks.

Sachsenhausen Memorial is open every day from 8.30 am to 6 pm.

The timings for the outdoor areas and exhibitions vary with the season.

From March 15 to October 14, the museum opens from 8.30 am to 6 pm.

From October 15 to March 14, the opening hours of the museum are from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

The attraction remains closed on Christmas Eve.

Tours start from Berlin around 11 am.

The guided tour of Sachsenhausen Camp takes two hours to complete.

There is no restriction on how long you can stay within the camp, so you can stay back for longer.

For guided tours, there are designated time slots that you must arrive on time for.

Visitors who opt for self-guided tours can benefit from visiting the attraction around its opening time when there are fewer visitors.

This is because guided tours start at 11 am, marking the influx of groups.

Here are some questions visitors usually ask before visiting the Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen, Berlin.

Tourists can buy tickets for the attraction online or at the venue on the day of their visit. For the best experience, we suggest you  book your tickets online in advance.

Yes, the attraction is wheelchair accessible to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges.

Since the Memorial site consists of a large open-air area, you must wear weather-appropriate attire to protect yourself from the heat, cold, or rain, depending on the season. Additionally, you must wear comfortable shoes since the Museum’s tour requires walking.

The exhibitions and Memorial site may not be appropriate for children under 12. Educational content is for pupils aged 14 and up.

Yes, there is an on-site locker facility for medium-sized bags at the Visitor Information Centre. However, larger bags cannot be stored owing to space constrictions.

No animals are allowed inside the museum’s premises, with the exception of service dogs.

Sources # Wikipedia.org # Sachsenhausen-sbg.de # Encyclopedia.ushmm.org The travel specialists at TheBetterVacation.com use only high-quality sources while researching & writing their articles. We make every attempt to keep our content current, reliable and trustworthy .

Popular attractions in Berlin

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate it!

Check out all the things to do in Berlin

This article was researched & written by

She has a passion for both traveling and photography, which help her document her memories forever. She loves to explore city streets taking in the people, the colors, and the culture surrounding her. Occasionally she loves to step away from the hustle-bustle of urban lifestyle, and chill-out either alone or with friends. Favorite Cities: Istanbul, London, Marrakech, Venice

Edited by Rekha Rajan & fact checked by Jamshed V Rajan

Leave a Comment Cancel reply

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

FireStorm Internet runs this website to provide the most accurate and up-to-day information about tourist attractions.

Our Address

FireStorm Internet, 203, 30C, Bollineni Hillside, Perumbakkam Main Road, Nookampalayam, Chennai, India. Pin Code: 600126

About Us The Team Contact Us Affiliate Disclaimer Content Policy HTML Sitemap Privacy Policy Terms of Service

Helicopter Tours Food Tours Ghost Tours Stadium Tours Hop On Hop Off Tours Zoo Tickets Madame Tussauds Linq High Roller Summit One Vanderbilt

© 2024 FireStorm Internet

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial

Meeting point.

Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin

aged 18 to 64

Senior/Student/Youth

aged 65 and over/13 to 17

WelcomeCard

aged 12 and under

Required Transport Ticket

ABC 24-hour public transport ticket required

• Our licensed guides uncover the realities of life and death in the camp, where inmates fell victim to starvation, disease, forced labour and systematic extermination.
• Take in the punishment cell block, the execution grounds, the crematoria and the roll call square (site of the camp’s gallows).
• Look around the Jewish barracks and learn about everyday life and survival under the brutal conditions imposed by the SS.
• See the infirmary, where prisoners were subjected to horrific medical experimentation.
• Learn of the fate of various notable prisoners and hear stories of humanity amid the horror.
• Understand what became of the camp and its inmates as the Red Army advanced and how it came to be Special Camp No. 7/No. 1 after Soviet liberation.

Starting Point

Meet your guide on the square next to the Tränenpalast (Palace of Tears), Reichstagufer 17, 10117 Berlin. Please make sure you have your ABC 24-hour transport ticket, as well as some food and drink for the day – there is no opportunity to buy these once we arrive at the memorial.

Description

Over the nine years that the Nazis operated Sachsenhausen concentration camp, they incarcerated over 200,000 people. Some 45,000 of those interned here succumbed to exhaustion, undernourishment, disease, medical experimentation, and systematic extermination.

Established in 1936, Sachsenhausen was the first purpose-built camp to be set up under Heinrich Himmler, the new chief of the German Police. As such, it was conceived as a “model” structure, its grounds and buildings designed by Nazi architects with a view to subjugating prisoners to the absolute power of the SS. Initially intended to hold political prisoners, it later expanded to include individuals targeted due to their ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability, effectively becoming a training ground for the atrocities committed during the Holocaust.

Our expert guides will help you navigate this sombre and moving site, leading you on a tour of the memorial that takes in the barracks, the infirmary, the punishment cells, the execution grounds, the crematoria, the pathology laboratory, and the gas chamber.

You will be able to hear stories of individual prisoners, such as that of Yakov Dzhugashvili, son of Joseph Stalin, and of Georg Elser, who attempted to assassinate Hitler in 1939. High-profile prisoners at the camp also included a group of British Royal Marines commandos, who were forced to test German army equipment.

Your guide will explain how, as the war moved into its final phase, an unprecedented campaign of mass killings began, culminating in weakened survivors being forced into “death marches” away from the camp. The Soviet liberators then transformed Sachsenhausen into an internment camp for German prisoners of war and suspected war criminals, with some 60,000 inmates passing through the camp between 1945 and 1950.

It was not until 1961 that the East German authorities established a memorial here, and the tour concludes with a discussion of the way in which this dark past is commemorated by Germany today.

Finishing Point

The tour guide will accompany you back to central Berlin – either to Friedrichstraße train station or the Hauptbahnhof (central train station), depending on which route is most convenient on the day.

Insider Tour Berlin donates €3 per visitor to the Sachsenhausen Memorial authority for the upkeep and promotion of the site.

Insider Route

This itinerary is intended to give you a general idea of our route on this tour. You can expect to see and hear stories about all of these sites, as well as many more! Please be aware that the route is subject to change on any given day, should unforeseen circumstances arise.

• Meeting point – on the square next to the Tränenpalast (Palace of Tears), Reichstagufer 17
• S-Bahn Oranienburg – walk through the town and learn more about how it collaborated with the Nazi regime.
• Former SS villas – built by concentration camp inmates and inhabited by high-ranking Nazi officials
• The Concentration Camp Inspectorate – the central administrative authority for the entire concentration camp system of the Third Reich
• The former SS training grounds – today repurposed as a police training facility
• Appellplatz (roll call area) – where prisoners were forced to assemble for hours, in all weather conditions
• The old Jewish barracks
• The prison cells – where camp inmates faced punishment and special prisoners of the Gestapo were incarcerated
• Boot testing track – slave labour in the form of testing army boots
• Gas chamber – a terrible testament to the many lives lost
• Infirmary – where brutal medical experiments were carried out on prisoners
• Station Z – mass murder, execution trench, “neck shot facility”
• Camp kitchen
• Pathology centre – where SS doctors performed so-called autopsies
• Camp brothel

Insider Reviews

I highly recommend this tour..

Will was a fantastic tour guide. He was knowledgeable and friendly and answered many questions. I highly recommend this tour as it takes the guess work out of the travel to and from of Berlin. Kendra M. Apr. '24

Good experience.

Good way to explore the concentration camp with guide! Paul explained all details, he is so good and patient. Really a good tour. Inico C. Apr. '24

This was the highlight of our visit in Berlin.

Our tour with Paul was outstanding. He had a wealth of information and my daughter and I really appreciated both the content and the way it was delivered. He shared information but also gave us space to ponder our own ideas and opinions. The pace of the tour was appropriate and while the subject matter of this tour brought with it sadness and dark ideas, this was the highlight of our visit in Berlin. C. Baummer Mar. '24

Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable.

Tina our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable, in addition to giving us the history, she also answered all our questions with perfection. It was an extremely difficult day (as can be expected) but also very important to hear the atrocious things that happened to those people. Carolina M. Feb. '24

Had a very short time in Berlin...

Had a very short time in Berlin and this was a great use of half a day. The tour guide Chris could not have been better. Very personable and knowledgeable and shared stories and insight that made me so glad I did not just do the audio tour. Really a powerful experience that still sticks with me weeks later. Amy H. Feb. '23

I recommend this experience for everyone!

I recommend this experience for everyone! We all need to learn about the nazi’s cruelty, to stay vigilant against new crimes. Our guide Xavier did an amazing job during the tour. Maicon R. Dec. '23

I highly recommend Insider Tours.

I highly recommend Insider Tours and am grateful for our superb guide, Hannah. Her deep historical knowledge, personal dedication, and passion for storytelling informed and engaged everyone in our group. Walking from the train station to Sachsenhausen and seeing first-hand how prisoners (including my uncle) lived, and died, was a profoundly meaningful and poignant experience. These stories must not be forgotten - - or repeated. L. J. Pontec. Dec. '23

This tour was excellent.

This tour was excellent. Our guide was knowledgeable and entertaining at appropriate times. It's a heavy-hitting context, and it was a snowy day, which added to the sombre mood. But so important to understand better the things that happened, lest we forget. I'd highly recommend the tour. Emma S. Dec. '23

Our guide was knowledgeable, respectful and passionate.

Our guide was knowledgeable, respectful and passionate. It was a very moving and informative tour, made even more poignant by the guide’s own story. I highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about the Nazi camps. K. McC. Oct. '23

Best way to fully understand the site....

Best way to fully understand the site and the history. Thanks Tina,the guide,who took care of the group by her practical informations and history knowledge. Damien B. Sept. '23

This was one of many Tours and experiences ...

This was one of many Tours and experiences my family and me had when visiting Berlin from Puerto Rico . But by far the best. Our tour guide was Daniel W. and he was amazing. He had full knowledge of everything related to the tour and could answer anything (we thought he was a history professor) and aside from that he was nice, funny, very respectful, and open to creating conversations with the group. Miguel B. Aug. '23

I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Berlin and wanting to know more of the history of WWII. Since this is a tour that can’t be rushed, I’m glad I booked it with Insider Tour. T. Hughes July '23

Highly recommend this tour.

Highly recommend this tour. Our guide Jamie was second to none - knowledgeable, engaging and easy to understand. He struck just the right tone given the subject matter. Karen G. July '23

Guide was marvellous....

Guide was marvellous..... He's very knowledgable and happy to take questions! Will book insider tour again! S.W.L. June '23

Our guide was absolutely wonderful.

Our guide Cian was absolutely wonderful. His knowledge and the wealth of information he was able to tell us really made this trip. It was a sombre day with some hard hitting sights and information to take in but my son and I are so pleased we did the trip. Jane B. May '23

Moving experience.

Our guide was very knowledgeable and really brought this experience to life. I think that going without a guide would be a mistake. As you would miss so much of the history of this place. The day with her historical knowledge and relevant and interesting anecdotes. The logistics of the day were flawless. Thanks Insider Brenda B. May '23

I learnt a lot about German history.

Our guide was very knowledgeable about Sachsenhausen and thus the trip was very informative. She took the time to answer all of our questions. I would highly recommend this trip to learn more about Germany history. Tommy PK May '23

Our tour guide answered every question we had, and was very knowledgeable, respectful & passionate about the subject. He used visuals, personal stories, & historical events to give us a clear picture of the camp’s history. Mary M. April '23

A must-see in Berlin!

Jamie was an incredible guide and gave us a very educated and powerful overview of German history, particularly within the WW2 era. He worded things perfectly, was professional and very friendly. I can’t think of a better person to have given us the overview of the camp and the history that led to its construction, as well as how Germany continues to combat anti-semitism today. We learned a ton. Sophia S. April '23

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour

Memorial to the holocaust and stark reminder of the consequences of human hatred 6 hr Private Tour

ABOUT THE SACHSENHAUSEN MEMORIAL TOUR

The Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp north of Berlin existed from July 12, 1936 until the end of World War II. Initially created to imprison political opponents, Sachsenhausen Camp was later used as a training ground for the Holocaust. As guides licensed by the Concentration Camp Memorial of Sachsenhausen, we will guide you through the historical buildings and the informative exhibition. We will provide important details about the tragic history of courageous men and women, and provide an insight into life within the interment site. Your excursion to the concentration camp near Berlin will take you through the Jewish Barracks, the Appelplatz roll call area, the prison, the pathology and hospital buildings as well as Station Z. Visiting a former Nazi Concentration Camp is one of the most important things to do during your trip to Berlin. Sachsenhausen’s accessibility and importance as a centre for education and reconciliation makes it a day that is impossible to forget for a very long time.

Negative Corona test for guides provided upon request

Sachsenhausen Memorial Private Guided Tour

Guided tour covering the history of the camp and an in depth overview of the concentration camp system.

Sachsenhausen was a concentration camp near Berlin in operation during the years or The Third Reich. Accompanied by your professional tour guide, you will be guided through this site of horror. During your tour the structure and processes of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp as well as the system of concentration camps will be discussed. The Sachsenhausen concentration camp played a special role among the camps of the Holocaust and was built according to a “geometry of total terror”. The concentration camp was built in the form of an isosceles triangle, grouped around the main Tower A. Today it is a German memorial of national and international importance. The private Sachsenhausen tour provides many background facts relating to the Holocaust and the methodical and deadly cruelty used in the Sachsenhausen camp. During your private tour you will be given the opportunity to contemplate this particularly dark chapter of German history, learn individual stories and visit the barracks, the roll call area, the prison and the hospital as well as station Z, the exit which none of the detainees left alive. The private Sachsenhausen tour is available to all individual groups and families. The tour conveys valuable information and provides moments of personal examination of the particularly tragic history of this historical place of horror. Listen to heroic survival stories of prisoners and anecdotes from insidious SS officers. The Sachsenhausen concentration camp was an important command center for the entire system of the concentration camps and is probably the most intense of the Berlin sights regarding the events of Holocaust and history of the Third Reich. In 1936, the year of the Nazi Summer Games, Sachsenhausen became the concentration camp model, and formed the basis for the designs of subsequent camps. It stands as a physical manifestation of Nazi and SS ideology and a record of the crimes of the era. Around 200,000 inmates passed through the "Arbeit Macht Frei" sign at the entrance, and tens of thousands were killed in conditions of extreme brutality. Your visit to the Sachsenhausen camp includes time in the Jewish barracks, the kitchens and laudatic block, the Appelplatz-Rennfeld, the camp prison, the pathology and hospital buildings as well as the train station Z - the training area and killing center. Although less well known than Auschwitz and Dachau, The camp became a training ground for the SS and the site of the headquarters of the whole concentration camp system.. Understanding the conditions of the camp and the experiences of the inmates is fundamental to understanding the realities of the Holocaust and the Nazi regime. Sachsenhausen was also used as a 7/1 Soviet special camp in 1945, and another 60,000 prisoners were housed here in the following five years, with 12,000 threatened with hunger, illness and ill-treatment. Opened as a memorial by the East German authorities in 1961, Sachsenhausen is a prime example of a single location used by multiple regimes for purposes of punishment and propaganda. For this and many other reasons, we believe that a guided tour of the camp monument is a necessity.  

Sachsenhausen Private Tour Itinerary

• Why the Nazis established Sachsenhausen and the concentration camp system
• How the SS used the execution complex at Sachsenhausen to perpetrate acts of mass murder, including the killing of 10,000 Soviet POWs in 1941. (Visit the foundations of the mass execution facility, Station Z)
• Learn how some Jewish prisoners survived by working in the forgery workshop, counterfeiting millions of pounds sterling
• See the oldest intact concentration camp barracks at the infirmary as well as the pathology lab where prisoners were subject to horrifying medical experiments
• Hear stories about attempted escapes from the camp
• How the conditions in the camp worsened in 1939 and visit the barracks where many of the thousands of Jewish prisoners were sent after the so-called “Kristallnacht”
• The “death marches” at the end of the war and the liberation of the camp by the Soviet Red Army
• How the Soviets turned Sachsenhausen into a Special Camp for their own enemies after the war, who they imprisoned, and the fate of these prisoners

Sachsenhausen Memorial Tour Considerations

What to bring.

Please remember to bring water with you, some food and wear comfortable shoes. Please also consider the weather; you can check a weather forecast by opening  this link .

As the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial site is a cemetery and place of unimaginable suffering, we of course ask you to be respectful by not smoking, drinking, eating, or being loud during your visit. 

Transportation

An ABC Transit card is required - €10 per person, €26.50 for groups of up to five persons, your guide will help you buy the correct pass on the day

Practical information

There is a café onsite serving light snacks located in the New Museum. It is also possible to consume your own food and drink on the premises of the café. As well as the café, a bistro is located in front of the Visitor Information Centre.

The contents and pictures presented in the exhibitions and on the Memorial site are not suitable for children under 12 years of age. The educational content of the Memorial site is directed at pupils from 14 years of age.

Hotel Pickup

Private guide, flexible itinerary.

Stay Away from the crowds an a private tour of Sachsenhausen Memorial. Explore the site with a knowledgeable, experienced guide!

Bespoke Berlin Tours

Personalized itineraries. flexible schedules. private small groups. our city your way. .

Our private guided Berlin tours can be customized to suit your requirements. We will organize an itinerary specifically suited to match your wishes and desired tour length.

Private Tours Berlin are committed to providing exceptional guided history tours to all customers: travel agents, organizations, groups, families and individuals.

Small groups 

Families 

School groups 

Corporate groups

Funders & sponsors

Colleges and universities

Journalists & researchers 

Conference groups

The Best of Berlin Private Tour

The comprehensive Berlin highlights tour... 4 hrs  €195/Group

2-Hour Private Berlin Tour

Condensed Private guided tour for those with limited time... 2 hrs  €150/Group

The Best of Potsdam Private Tour

Your private half-day tour to stunning Potsdam... 6 hrs  €315/Group

Berlin, Hitler & The Third Reich

Half-day private guided tour with your specialist guide... 4 hrs  €245/Group

Sachsenhausen Camp Memorial

Private visit to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial... 6 hrs  €315/Group

Cold War Berlin Private Tour

Berlin was the front line of the cold war. Visit the sites of the divided capital... 4 hrs  €245/Group

Shore Excursion to Berlin

The very Best of Berlin on your all-in-one shore excursion from Warnemunde... 12 Hours

Chauffered Tours

Berlin highlights from the comfort of a private vehicle. The route will be arranged prior to your trip...

Discover Berlin

Private Tours Berlin have provided exceptional private Berlin guided city tours to anyone travelling to Berlin, Germany since 2007. Our speciality is delivering relaxed, attentive and fully private Berlin city tours that go beyond the typical crowded tourist traps to reveal the real Berlin that us locals know and love. We do this with a flexible approach that gives our guests the best service and experience. Book today and enjoy the peace of mind of touring with one of Berlin’s highest rated tour operators.

100% Private

All our experiences are private, meaning exclusively for you.

Bespoke Experiences

Tours that are tailored to you, so you can make the most of your time in the city.

Dynamic Passionate Guides

Our experienced guides are Berlin’s finest, ensuring a memorable tour.

..up to 15 Guests 6 hrs €315

Explore Berlin with a knowledgeable, experienced guide and see what others miss!

About     Terms/Imprint     Privacy     Contact

© Copyright 2023 Private Tours Berlin - All Rights Reserved.

This website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyze the use of the website. Learn More

Tours of Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

This post compares and reviews the various options to visit and tour the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, located just to the north of Berlin.

Many terrible things happened at this location, and it might be difficult for a lot of visitors to experience some of those atrocities and see where they took place.

With that said, the history behind this site is undeniably important to remember. 

Public Walking Tours

• Private Tours
• Self-Guided Tours
• Directions to Sachsenhausen
• Deals and Discounts
• Third Reich Tours

This is one of the most affordable ways to be guided through the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. 

Ticket prices range from €12 - €20 per person, which is definitely a good deal considering the length of these walking tours.

Most of these services last between 5 - 6 hours, giving you plenty of time to discover the history behind this location.

Each tour is available either for free or at a discount with several Berlin tourist passes , particularly the Berlin Welcome Cards and the Berlin Pass.

These passes may save you lots of money on the most popular tourist attractions and tours in Berlin by bundling the tickets together in on price.

Public transport tickets (which includes Zone C) may be necessary for many of the following excursions.  

It is recommended to bring a packed lunch along for your trip, as there are currently no facilities for dining at the camp.

Insider Tours

This company is well known for providing excellent walking tours in and around Berlin.

Their Sachsenhausen Memorial tour is no exception, running for a total of 6 hours and covering quite a lot of ground.

While on this outing, you'll see sites such as the gun tower, the security systems of the camp, and the barracks.

Although the journey is definitely disturbing, it's worth the experience to learn more about what conditions were actually like during WW2.  See all of Insider Berlin's tours .

Free with the Berlin Pass or save 28% off these prices with the Berlin Welcome Card . In fact, all of Insider Tours' tours are included for free with the Berlin Pass. 

• Daily @ 10:00 am.
• €25 per person
• Duration: 6 hours
• More information or to book online .

IMPORTANT: ABC Zone Day Ticket is required and is included in both the Berlin Welcome Card and the Berlin Pass .

Reviews for this tour are quite excellent, with an overwhelming majority of guests giving the event a 5 out of 5 stars  rating on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( see some of the reviews ).

Although there are a handful of negative comments, they don't appear to indicate any serious issues with the service.

Most visitors felt that this was a very informative and eye-opening walking tour, providing an important perspective on the history behind Sachsenhausen concentration camp.

This trek was especially popular among couples and customers who brought a friend along for the journey.

Berlin Walks

Described as an "emotional tour" of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, this 6-hour trek will allow you to explore the grounds and learn all about its history.

As you discover areas such as the Appelplatz, an incredibly knowledgeable tour guide will reveal the disturbing tales that will forever be tied to this site.

This company also offers free maps of Berlin to help you find your way around the city.

As with similar services, it is recommended to purchase a public transport ticket and bring a bagged lunch along for the walk. See all of their Berlin tours .

Free with the Berlin Welcome Card All-Inclusive  or save 25% off these prices with the Berlin Welcome Card .

• Daily @ 9:00 am
• €29 per person

Just like their competition, Original Berlin Walks currently has a full 5 out of 5 stars  rating on TripAdvisor and Get Your Guide ( see some of their reviews ).

Several visitors mentioned their tour guides by name, indicating that they were both full of knowledge and very friendly.

Some guests felt that this experience was moving and life-changing, suggesting that it was a very respectful journey throughout the camp. Couples were by far the most likely to leave a positive review.

Sandeman's New Europe Tours

Much like their competitors, Sandeman's also provides a 6-hour tour of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. 

Each tour begins in the morning, so it is recommended to bring a lunch with you. An ABC zone ticket will be required for this tour.

Save 30% off these prices with the Berlin Welcome Card .

• Daily @ 11:00 am
• €22 for Adults | €10 for Students

Not only does this company enjoy a 5 out of 5 stars  rating on TripAdvisor and a 4.6 out of 5 stars rating on Get Your Guide ( see some of their reviews ).

There are a few negative comments, but they didn't denote any common issues with the service.

Sachsenhausen Memorial

That's right – the memorial for this camp actually offers their very own tour of the grounds. At only 2 ½ hours in length, this is a much shorter walk than most of their competition offers.

That being said, this is a very convenient opportunity for anyone who either forgets or neglects to register for one of the other trips, as no registration is necessary.

All guides have been trained by the Memorial Foundation, so you can rest assured that they will provide a lot of useful information.

This tour is included with the price of admission to the memorial and museums. They request that you register at least four months ahead of time since this activity is very popular.

The Sachsenhausen Memorial Foundation has a score of 4 ½ out of 5 stars  on TripAdvisor. Many guests recommend taking a tour of the site, stating that it's far preferable to simply visiting.

Customers described their walking tour as both moving and enlightening, indicating that they learned a lot about the actual events that have made this location so historically significant. 

• Ticket Prices: €25 per person
• Duration: 2 ½ hours
• Lunch not included
• ABC Zone Day Ticket is required
• Offered Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

PRIVATE WALKING TOURS

If you want a more personalized experience at the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, a private walking tour will be your best bet.

Tickets typically cost at least €100, but you will ensure smaller group sizes and more personal attention.

This is an excellent choice for anyone who has a lot of questions about the concentration camp and its history.

At about 5-6 hours in length, you'll spend at least half a day exploring the grounds with the help of a professional tour guide.

Terra Incognita Tours

In addition to a tour of the concentration camp, this company also provides a guided trip to the Topography of Terror documentation center.

From there, you will be driven to the camp and given a full overview of the premises. Although the ticket price may be higher, this is definitely a more convenient excursion.

Over the course of 6 hours, a professional guide will lead your private group through one of the most disturbing time periods in Berlin's history. Pick-up service is available from any location within 10 km of Brandenburg Gate.

Terra Incognita Tours have yet to receive even one negative review on TripAdvisor. Ratings on other services are similarly excellent, with most guests agreeing that this tour is absolutely fantastic.

Several visitors mentioned that they were very impressed with the personal attention provided by their tour guide.

Some reviewers even indicated that they booked a second outing after having such a wonderful experience on this trip. Families were the most likely to appreciate this opportunity.

• Ticket Prices: €170 per person
• Duration: 5 hours
• ABC Zone Day Ticket is not required
• Available Daily

Although this tour isn't as lengthy as the rest, it is a fairly interesting opportunity for anyone who wants to learn about the Sachsenhausen concentration camp.

Clocking in at 5 hours in length, you'll have plenty of time to explore the grounds at your own pace with the help of a professional guide who will pay special attention to your group.

Sandeman's private trip is available for groups of up to 30 people, which could bring the cost down to €13 per person.

A percentage of the profits go toward keeping the memorial in good shape.

This company has received quite a few positive ratings for their Sachsenhausen Memorial tour.

Guests typically had a lot of great things to say about their tour guides and the amount of information they provided.

Some visitors even felt that other private excursions couldn't even compare, suggesting that they would only be working with Sandeman's in the future.

This walking tour was most popular among customers who brought friends along for the journey, but it was also a hit among families.

• Ticket Prices: €390 for up to 30 guests
• Not Currently Available.

In addition to their public tours, the Memorial also offers private guided treks for groups of up to 30 people. These walking tours are much shorter than the others at only 2 ½ hours in length, but they are much more affordable.

The Memorial Foundation trains all of their guides, ensuring that they are well informed and prepared to offer visitors a historical understanding of the site.

Depending on how many people are in your group, this could actually be one of the cheapest tours of the Sachsenhausen concentration camp.

The Sachsenhausen Memorial Foundation has received excellent reviews for the services they provide. Guests routinely leave wonderful remarks about their tours and the guides behind them.

Although several visitors describe the experience as either sad or emotional, many guests feel that it is also important to remember what happened here and learn as much as possible from the camp.

Tours at this location were most well received by couples and customers who went with a friend.

• Ticket Prices: €130 for groups of up to 30 people

SELF-GUIDED TOURS

If you're not interested in having a guide show you around, you can actually save money by simply visiting Sachsenhausen concentration camp on your own.

You will not be charged an entrance fee, but donations are accepted in order to keep the grounds in good condition.

This location is a memorial for the men and women who suffered during the Holocaust, and there are plenty of details available at the camp. 

Although we do not currently offer our own self-guided tour of Sachsenhausen Memorial, there is always a chance that we may include this in the future. 

• Entrance Fee: Free (€1.20 donation recommended)
• ABC Zone Day Ticket Price: €7 per person
• Available whenever you wish during operating hours
• Archive and Library: Open Tuesday–Friday from 9 AM to 4:30 PM
• Visitor Services: Available Monday–Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM

DIRECTIONS TO SACHSENHAUSEN 

There are several methods for visiting this concentration camp by train. Regardless of which train you take, we recommend using this Google Maps link for directions to the memorial .

You will need to make sure that you have either a BC or ABC travel ticket. You will need to add the C zone to your ticket or pass if you only have the AB card.

For more information, read our  guide to navigating the Berlin public transit system .

That being said, make sure to check with tour operators before heading out, as they may wish to meet up with you before making the journey to this memorial.

• Take the S1 which travels from Berlin-Friedrichstraße station. Get off at Oranienburg station.
• Take the RE 5 traveling from Berlin-Hauptbahnhof. Get off at Oranienburg station.
• Take the RB 12 traveling from Berlin-Lichtenberg. Get off at Oranienburg station.
• Bus lines 804 and 821 also stop at Sachsenhausen Memorial.

DEALS AND DISCOUNTS

Several of the tours we have mentioned above may also be available either at a discount or as part of a combo package.

You can also take advantage of tourist passes in order to save money on these excursions whenever possible.

If you plan on taking more than one tour, make sure to check this section before purchasing any tickets. Feel free to check out our overview of Berlin attraction passes for even more information.

Berlin Welcome Card

• Berlin Walks – Save 25% off normal ticket prices
• Free Berlin Tours – Save 25% off normal ticket prices

The Berlin Pass

• Insider Tours – Both Sachsenhausen Memorial and Third Reich tours are free
• Fat Tire Tours – Third Reich trip is offered for free
• Jewish Museum of Berlin – Free entry is included with this pass
• This pass has been temporarily suspended and is not available as of Jan 2024.

Choose a Destination... I want them all PLUS general travel tips. Amsterdam Berlin Boston Charleston Chicago Dubai Lisbon London Los Angeles Miami Nashville New York City New Orleans Paris Philadelphia Prague Rome San Francisco Washington DC

About The Author

Anne Wittig

North america, united kingdom & ireland, middle east & india, asia & oceania.

Sachsenhausen Memorial And Museum Tour

€ 29,00 € 19,00 Incl. VAT

TOUR DETAILS

Where : The meeting point is in front of Generator Berlin Alexanderplatz, Otto-Braun-Straße 65, 10178 Berlin, Germany. Next to the Entrance.

When visiting the Memorial, keep in mind that a €3 per person donation will be required. This donation is for the Memorial and its maintenance and will be collected by the guide before entering the camp. (Please have exact change ready.)

Related products

Visita al museo y al memorial de Sachsenhausen

Gedenk- und museumsführung sachsenhausen, check out our other cities, berlin tours.

• Original Berlin Tours
• Berlin Pub Crawl
• Pub Crawl Berlin
• Free Berlin Tours
• More Berlin Tours
• Cold War Tour Berlin
• World War Tour Berlin
• Sachsenhausen Tour

Barcelona Tours

• Free Barcelona Tours
• Barcelona Pub Crawl
• Pub Crawl Barcelona

Budapest Tours

• Free Budapest Tours
• Budapest Bar Crawl
• Pub Crawl Budapest

Madrid Tours

• Madrid Pub Crawl
• Pub Crawl Madrid
• Nice Pub Crawl
• Nice Bar Crawl
• Pub Crawl Nice

Amsterdam Tours

• Amsterdam Pub Crawl
• Bar Crawl Amsterdam

Paris Tours

• Pub Crawl Paris

Dublin Tours

• Pub Crawl Dublin

Warsaw Tours

• Pub Crawl Warsaw

Stockholm Tours

• Pub Crawl Stockholm

Other Links

• Original Pub Crawls
• Be Original Tours
• Original Free Tours
• E-Ticket Trail

WhatsApp us

3 Best Informative Tours of Sachsenhausen from Berlin in 2024

Are you looking for the best informative tours of Sachsenhausen from Berlin?

For those seeking to learn more about the dark history of Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, there is no better way than by taking a guided tour of the site from Berlin.

As a history buff, visiting important historical sites is something I always try to do on my travels.

When I visited Berlin, I knew I wanted to take a day trip to Sachsenhausen, the closest former Nazi Concentration Camp to Berlin. Sachsenhausen is just about 45 minutes away, making it easy to visit on a day trip from Berlin .

The best Sachsenhausen tours from Berlin provide an informative and engaging experience for travelers interested in learning more about this tragic period in history.

On these tours, visitors will get to explore Sachsenhausen’s grounds, learning about the camp's history and its origin, what "everyday life" was like for the prisoners held there, and more about the camp and the horrors that occurred there.

While you can visit Sachsenhausen on your own, having a tour guide can be immensely helpful in gaining a more comprehensive understanding of Sachsenhausen’s history.

If you're planning on including a day trip to Sachsenhausen in your Berlin itinerary , consider booking one of these informative guided tours of Sachsenhausen from Berlin to make the most of your visit.

Looking for the best guided tour of Sachsenhausen from Berlin?

This tour is perfect for travelers who want an incredible guide at an affordable price!

Table of Contents

Important Things to Remember when Visiting Sachsenhausen

3 best tours of sachsenhausen from berlin, 1. sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial tour from berlin, 2. sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial: small group bus tour from berlin, 3. sachsenhausen concentration camp and potsdam tour from berlin, visiting sachsenhausen from berlin: frequently asked questions, can you visit sachsenhausen from berlin without a guided tour, what should i bring with me on a tour of sachsenhausen, how long should i spend at sachsenhausen concentration camp, final thoughts: best tours of sachsenhausen from berlin.

The very most important thing to remember when visiting Sachsenhausen is that you are visiting a location where innocent prisoners were tortured and murdered by the Nazis during the Holocaust.

During your visit, keep the history of the site in mind.

Avoid taking disrespectful photos (this is not the place for posed pictures or cute selfies), talking loudly, or behaving inappropriately in any way.

⭐️ RATING: 5 out of 5 Stars (read more reviews ) | TOUR LENGTH: 6 hours | BOOK NOW

Having a great tour guide who is knowledgeable and engaging can really make a tour great, which is why the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin is one of the very best Sachsenhausen guided tours.

On this tour, you'll meet your expert historic guide in the Berlin city center at 10:00 AM before boarding the S Bahn train to Oranienburg, the city where Sachsenhausen is located.

Important Note: The train tickets to and from Oranienburg aren't included in the tour cost. You'll need a Berlin transit ticket that includes zones A, B, and C, which is about €8 for the round-trip to and from Oranienburg.

A valid Berlin ABC Zone WelcomeCard also works.

Once you arrive in Oranienburg, you'll walk with your guide for 20-30 minutes to the memorial. Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes!

At the site, your guide will lead you around the site, teaching you about the history of the camp's origin, the timeline of the atrocities that were committed at the camp, and tell stories of the brave prisoners and those who were lucky to survive.

The outstanding guides truly make this tour one of the best. The guides are expert historians who are licensed and trained by the Sachsenhausen Memorial Authority.

"Great tour with a guide who was incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent communicator. The camp would be difficult to navigate on your own so having a guide walking you through the different portions and giving context was essential in my opinion." - Ruben S. ( Read more reviews )

As a bonus, the tour provider makes a €3 donation to the Memorial Authority on behalf of each guest, which contributes to the upkeep of the Memorial.

Although the tour is a somber experience, you'll return to Berlin with a greater understanding of the history of Sachsenhausen and the prisoners who were held there.

In my opinion, this is the best guided tour of Sachsenhausen from Berlin . And with nearly 2000 5-star reviews, it seems that other travelers agree!

IMPORTANT INFO

• Tour Duration: 6 hours
• Starting Time: 10:00 AM
• Meeting Point: Outside Friedrichstraße Train Station
• What's Included: Expert historian guide, pick-up and drop-off from the center of Berlin, a tour of Sachsenhausen, €3 donation to the Sachsenhausen Memorial Authority
• What's Not Included: Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs, food and drink, gratuities
• Size of Tour: Maximum of 30 travelers

Book this Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin

⭐️ RATING: 4.5 out of 5 Stars (read more reviews ) | TOUR LENGTH: 4 hours | BOOK NOW

If you want the same great tour as the one above but with private transportation, then this tour is for you!

The Sachensenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Small Group Bus Tour from Berlin is nearly the exact same tour as the above Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial tour, except it includes private bus transportation rather than taking public transportation to Sachsenhausen.

It's also a couple of hours shorter because you'll be driving directly to Sachsenhausen instead of taking the train and then walking to the camp.

After meeting the group, you'll board the air-conditioned bus that will take you directly to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp.

There, the expertly-trained historian guide will lead you on a tour of the camp and memorial, teaching a masterclass in World War II history as you walk through the camp's barracks, administrative buildings, and crematoriums.

Phil was our guide and he shared valuable and informative historic background before reaching the camp. The details he provided on site brought to life what happened there. Highly recommend the visit and Phil as guide. - Pamela K. ( Read more reviews )

After the extremely educational and thought-provoking tour, you'll board the bus and head back to Berlin.

In addition to the knowledgeable guides, this tour is great because it includes private transportation on a comfortable bus with a maximum of just 25 travelers.

• Tour Duration: 4 hours
• What's Included: Expert historian guide, pick-up and drop-off from the center of Berlin, private transportation on an air-conditioned bus, guided tour of Sachsenhausen
• Size of Tour: Maximum of 25 travelers

Book this Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Small Group Bus Tour from Berlin

⭐️ RATING: 4.1 out of 5 Stars (read more reviews ) | TOUR LENGTH: 7 hours | BOOK NOW

If you're short on time and want to make the most of your day trip from Berlin , then this Sachsenhausen and Potsdam combo day tour is perfect for you.

After you meet your guide and fellow tourmates, you'll board a private bus and head towards Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp and Memorial for a guided visit of the camp.

There, your guide will take you on an educational tour around the camp. You'll learn about how the camp was run, the different jobs that were forced upon the prisoners, and more about the camp's history.

Next, you'll board the bus again and head towards Potsdam, the former Slavic town turned Royal residence.

Enjoy a guided walk of the palaces and gardens of Potsdam before having some free time to explore on your own.

After some time in Potsdam, you'll board the bus again and head back to Berlin while reflecting on your day.

Tours are led by bilingual English and Spanish guides. You'll be packing in a lot of exploration in just 7 hours, which some travelers said felt rushed, but this is a great way to see a lot if you have limited time.

"Chisca was wonderful. My son and I were the only English speaking travelers in the group but Chisca made every effort to pull aside and explain details to us is English. The concentration camp was sad but important to see. Potsdam was beautiful. We actually decided to stay there for dinner and skip the bus ride back! - GetYourGuide traveler ( Read more reviews )

• Tour Duration: 7 hours
• Starting Time: 9:30 AM
• Meeting Point: Brunnen der Völkerfreundschaft Fountain in Alexanderplatz
• What's Included: English/Spanish-speaking guide, private transportation to and from Berlin, guided tour of Sachsenhausen, guided tour of Potsdam

Book this Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp & Potsdam Tour from Berlin

You can independently visit Sachsenhausen from Berlin without taking a guided tour.

To get to Sachsenhausen, take the S Bahn or a regional train from Berlin to Oranienburg Station (S Oranienburg Bhf).

You can easily get to Oranienburg from pretty much any station in Berlin. Use Rome2Rio to find out the best route and trains to take from your starting point.

One of the easiest stations to leave Berlin from is Friedrichstraße . From there, the trip to Oranienburg will take about 45 minutes.

To take the train to Oranienburg, you'll need an ABC zone ticket, which is €3.80 each way. A Berlin ABC Zone WelcomeCard will also work.

Once you get to Oranienburg, you have a couple of options for getting to Sachsenhausen.

You can walk from the train station to the memorial, which takes about 20 to 30 minutes. Bring comfy shoes if you plan on walking because you'll probably be doing a lot of walking and standing at the memorial as well.

The bus (#804 and #821) also runs from Oranienburg Station to a stop called Sachsenhausen Gedenkstätte , which is a short walk from the memorial. Taking the bus is the easiest way to get to Sachsenhausen from Oranienburg Station.

Even if you don't opt for a guided tour of Sachsenhausen from Berlin, I highly recommend taking one of the public guided tours offered on-site.

These tours cost €3 and run twice on Saturdays, once at 11:00 AM and again at 2:00 PM.

If you're not visiting on a day that the guided tours are held, you can rent an audio guide for €3.50.

You can learn more about the guided tours and audio guides on the official Sachsenhausen Memorial website .

One of the most important things to bring, or wear, on a tour of Sachsenhausen is a comfortable pair of shoes.

While touring the site, you'll be doing a lot of walking and standing. Plus, some tours require you to walk to and from the memorial from the train station, which takes about 30 minutes.

Keep an eye on the weather forecast as well. For much of the tour, you'll be outside, so you'll want to have a warm coat if it's cold outside and a rain jacket or umbrella if it's raining.

It's also a good idea to bring some snacks and a reusable water bottle as most tours don't include food or drinks.

Most guided tours of Sachsenhausen from Berlin last between 4-6 hours, depending on whether you take public or private transportation.

You can plan on spending at least 2-3 hours exploring the memorial. The guided tours offered at the memorial last for 2 hours.

As you can see, you have quite a few great options for guided tours of Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp and Memorial from Berlin.

You can opt for a cheaper tour that takes public transportation or splurge a little for a great tour with private transport. Or, if you want to pack a lot into one day, choose a Sachsenhausen + Potsdam combo day tour!

Taking a guided tour of Sachsenhausen rather than going on your own gives you a deeper insight into the history of the camp.

You'll hear from historians who are experts on the site – not only do they know the history of Sachsenhausen, but they also know the stories of the prisoners who were held there.

After your tour, you'll return to Berlin (or your home city) with a new understanding of World War II history that is deeper than anything you could read about in a textbook.

Moscow Metro Tour

• Page active

Description

Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

Write your review