22 reviews of Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Walking Tour

We both commented that we learned much more on this trip than we did in school. The tour guide, who is great at her job, gave a super concentrated tour on World War II explaining how this camp was a model for future camps built during the war and how it became utilized by the Soviet controlled post war Germany We also learned why, on a trip to Berlin in the 80's, our questions of camps in the area were answered by there were none. The camp which survived the war had been kept secret. The camp has monuments to several groups including Jewish populations, military from several countries and famous citizens of the time. There is also a small monument to the homosexual population killed which is another important note, no longer overlooked as the tour guide explained. While this camp is by far smaller than those in Poland the historic value is as important for all to see, feel and understand. Within the camp grounds is a museum which has a comprehensive and well organized selection of camp details and items. DO NOT OVERLOOK THIS TRIP!

Our tour guide was a very knowledgeable young man. His running commentary throughout the tour was very informative and ensured we got the most out of the visit. I would strongly recommend other travelers to use this service as an unguided tour would not do justice to the history of a place like this.

The tour was simply amazing! The tour guide was outstanding. He explained absolutely everything and was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. This was the best experience I've ever had on a tour. If you are a student, purchase this tour from one of the guides as they have cheaper rates.

The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable on the history of the camp, and also the Third Reich in general. This allowed him to answer the numerous questions without having to make reference to any literature. This was an eerie experience, thought-provoking, and a vivid reminder, if needed, that nothing like this should ever happen again in a civilized countries. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Berlin, the only downside is that six hours is too short, as there is so much to see and absorb.

The initial stage of the tour was somewhat disorganized, causing us to miss the intended train. However, the visit to the Concentration Camp was extremely well presented. This is the third camp which I have visited, and our guide was able to present both the horrors of the period while giving a very informative and thought provoking background to the entire Nazi agenda and reaction of the Allies. A visit to a Concentration Camp is essential to understanding modern Germany. With guides like ours the experience is exponentially greater.

Excellent tour and tour guide. I think every visitor to Berlin should take this tour to get a better understanding of the Holocaust. Everything I had read and every picture I had seen could not prepare me for the reality of this place and the horrific things that took place there.

Great tour.

Well organised trip. Warm welcome given by guides at meeting point. Clear itinerary of day given so knew what to expect. Felt looked after! Very important to feel that. At Sachsenhausen clear, sufficient amounts of information given but not too much! The guide was open to questions and further inquiries by participants. Friendly, helpful guide. Made trip interesting throughout. One suggested improvement. Please make it clear in the instructions on the voucher exactly which type of train ticket is required..zone AB...would save valuable time making inquiries at station. Also details about the destination station for Sachsenhausen. Great trip!