Private Tour: Dachau Concentration Camp from Munich by Train
Travelers take a private guided tour to Dachau Memorial Site, the first Nazi concentration camp established in 1933. Journey by train from Munich to this historic site, where the guide provides insight into the camp’s role within the wider network of Nazi persecution. Walk through the preserved barracks, memorials, and the iconic gate marked “Arbeit Macht Frei,” while learning about the lives and stories of those imprisoned here. Explore the museum exhibits that document the camp’s harrowing history and the liberation that followed. Throughout the visit, the guide shares survivor testimonies that highlight courage and humanity amid unimaginable suffering. This meaningful experience offers reflection and remembrance, ensuring that the lessons of history remain vivid for future generations.
Duration:
5 hours
Start Time:
8am, 8:30am, 9am or12:45pm
To be confirmed at the time of booking
Inclusions:
A friendly, professional tour guide and Public Transport Day ticket
Exclusions:
Hotel pick up and drop off, food and drink, and gratuities
Meeting point:
Hauptbahnhof, Munich Central Station, at the start of platform 21, Bayerstraße 10A, 80335 München, Germany
Ending point:
Hauptbahnhof Munich Central Station
Important Information:
Please note that children under 14 cannot join this guided tour. Due to site regulations, licensed guides cannot lead tours for children younger than 14. Parents may visit the memorial independently with younger children, though the sensitive content may not be suitable.
This tour includes a train journey from Munich, followed by a short bus ride to reach the Dachau concentration camp.
Activity Level: Moderate walking. It's highly recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes.
In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water. Please bring any medication you may require during the tour.
Please note that the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site includes extensive walking, uneven terrain, and areas with limited seating. Some parts of the site may not be fully wheelchair accessible. If you have mobility impairments or require any assistance, please inform in advance so the tour can be planned accordingly to ensure a great experience.
Tour will operate daily from January 1- December 31. This tour will not operate on: October 12, December 23-26, 31 and January 1.
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