Berlin Contrasts Tour with trip to Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

Begin your walking tour at the iconic Brandenburg Gate, one of the most powerful symbols of German reunification. From here, you’ll stroll through the historic heart of Berlin, uncovering the transformation of the once-divided city into a beacon of hope and unity.

Guided by an expert, you’ll delve into the pivotal moments of Berlin’s history, from the days of division and confrontation to the vibrant, modern city it has become today.

After your walking tour, you’ll board a bus for a panoramic journey that will take you from Alexanderplatz to the Sachsenhausen Memorial, passing through the remnants of Soviet Berlin along the way.

Throughout the route, you’ll learn about the city’s division into power blocs, each with its own identity and conflict. The bus ride will introduce you to key Cold War sites, where the struggle between the blocs took place, and where traces of history still linger.

The next stop will be the Sachsenhausen concentration camp, a site of historical significance and deep reflection. Here, you’ll tour the barracks, punishment cells, and other facilities where thousands of prisoners endured unimaginable suffering under the Nazi regime.

You’ll discover how this camp was central to the Nazi terror machine and delve into the horrific realities of World War II. Following the guided tour, you’ll have free time to reflect on the site, absorbing the solemnity of its history.

The tour will conclude at the East Side Gallery, a stretch of the Berlin Wall that has been transformed into an open-air art gallery.

Here, murals tell stories of freedom, resistance, and reunification, echoing the ideals that emerged following the fall of the Wall. Among the most iconic pieces is the Fraternal Kiss, which depicts the embrace between the leaders of East and West Germany, symbolising the end of division and the dawn of a new era for Berlin.

Book now and experience how Berlin continues to honour its past while looking forward to a future of unity and hope.