Dachau Concentration Camp Tour:
A Sobering Historical Experience Near Munich
22. March 1933 – 29. April 1945
“Never again.”
Explore the Dachau Memorial Site and Learn About Its History
Located just a short drive from Munich, the town of Dachau is home to the site of the first Nazi concentration camp, a dark chapter in history that remains a powerful reminder of the atrocities committed during the Holocaust. Originally established by Heinrich Himmler on March 22, 1933, Dachau was initially designed to hold political prisoners and dissenters of the Nazi regime. However, it soon became the blueprint for other concentration camps, such as Auschwitz-Birkenau, which were part of the Nazis’ “Final Solution” aimed at exterminating the Jewish people.
A Walk Through History at the Dachau Memorial Site
As you walk through the gates of the Dachau Memorial Site, your expert guide will lead you on a deeply moving journey through the camp’s history. Key locations to explore include:
Tour Hightlights
- Jourhaus & Entrance Gate: The infamous words “Arbeit Macht Frei” (“Work Sets You Free”) greet visitors at the entrance, a cruel irony that reflects the false hope presented to prisoners entering the camp.
- Roll Call Square & Barracks: See where prisoners endured daily roll calls and harsh living conditions in the cramped barracks.
- The Crematoriums & Gas Chamber: Explore the camp’s two crematoriums, including the rarely used gas chamber, and reflect on the scale of the Nazi regime’s brutality.
- International Memorial & Nandor Glid Sculpture: These moving memorials honor the diverse groups of people imprisoned at Dachau, including Jews, Romani, Soviet POWs, and political dissidents.
- Memorial Site Museum: Housed in the former maintenance building, the museum offers a comprehensive look at the camp’s history with exhibits, including the Shunt Room, Prisoner Baths, and a 22-minute documentary film that provides a powerful overview of the camp’s harrowing past.
- The Bunker: Visit the solitary confinement area where prisoners were held in unimaginable conditions as part of the Nazis’ oppressive system.
- Audio Guide & Souvenir Map.
Why Choose Our Dachau Concentration Camp Tour?
Our Dachau Concentration Camp Tour offers an immersive experience that lasts approximately 5 hours, including transportation from Munich to the camp. The tour is available in English, German, and Spanish, and we provide private group tours suitable for individuals, families, corporate groups, and educational institutions. Pre-registration is required.
What is included in Your Dachau Tour.
- In-depth Historical Insight: Our specially trained guides provide comprehensive historical context, ensuring you understand the significance of Dachau and its role in the Holocaust.
- Private and Personalized Experience: Tailored tours for individuals, families, and groups ensure an intimate and thoughtful exploration of this memorial site.
- Seamless Experience: Enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off, allowing you to focus on the experience rather than logistics.
FAQs About the Dachau Concentration Camp Tour
- Duration: 5 hours (including transportation to and from Dachau)
- Walking Distance: 2 kilometers (1 mile)
- Departure Location: Hotel Excelsior by Geisel lobby, Schützenstrasse 11, 80335 Munich (Click for Map)
- Languages Available: English, German, Spanish
- Rates: Contact us for Private Group pricing
- Schedule (Pre-registration is required for this tour)
Private Group: Offered daily, excluding Public Holidays - We complement this tour with our City Immersion Tour. We feel you cannot understand history, until you understand the person that did it.