• Laeiszhalle - This site offers an exploration of the interwar period, uncovering the lesser-known history of WW1, the hyperinflation of the 1920s, the rise of antisemitism, and the Treaty of Versailles.
• Sievekingplatz - Here, delve into the decline of Hamburg’s judicial and political systems in the 1930s, examining the significant consequences that followed.
• Feldstraße - This location is still marked by one of the largest bunkers built during the Second World War, now being transformed into a skyline garden.
• Planten un Blomen - Now one of Hamburg’s most picturesque spots, this idyllic location has a largely forgotten, darker past as a central site for executions during WW2, a propaganda project, a human zoo, and a displaced persons camp.
• Kriegerdenkmal am Dammtordamm - Five different war memorials from various periods shape not only the physical landscape of this location but also the contemporary culture of remembrance in modern Hamburg.
• Turmbar - What appears to be a water tower is actually one of over 2,000 bunkers constructed in Hamburg during the Second World War.
• Grindel - The Grindel district once hosted a vibrant Jewish community. Here, explore how this area developed, who lived there, what occurred during the war, and what life is like today. Topics of interest include:
  • The fate of deported Jewish persons from Hamburg
  • Kristallnacht (the Night of Broken Glass) 1938
  • Book burning 1933
  • The Born Synagogue
  • The Talmud Torah School
• Jungfernstieg - Here, Hamburg attempted to construct a decoy city center to avoid bombings during the Second World War.
• Rathausmarkt - The Town Hall was and remains the symbolic and literal seat of power in Hamburg. At this location, learn how it was utilized by the Nazi party during WW2.

The square is adorned with several memorials to:

• Political opposition to the Nazi party
• The book burnings of 1933
• WW1 propaganda in Nazi Germany
• Afrikahaus - A remnant from the German colonial period. This often-overlooked period is crucial for understanding racial segregation and genocide in WW2 Germany.
• St. Nikolai Memorial - This church serves as a memorial to the victims of war and the reign of terror. The site itself is the remains of the former church bombed along with the rest of the city in 1943. The church features several memorials to the bombing of Hamburg, the victims of the Neuengamme concentration camp, and the reconciliation between post-war Germany and the UK.

At this location, there is also a museum and a tower with an elevator offering a spectacular view of the city.

• Guiding services
• Public transit tickets if required

The era of Nazi domination in Hamburg, even today, marks one of Hamburg’s bleakest moments. Explore the series of happenings that led up to the catastrophic 1943 bombings and understand its contemporary relevance.

For those intrigued by the intricate details of Hamburg during the Third Reich, this tour is a perfect choice. This grim yet intriguing period has contributed to the distinct landscape we view today, making it an essential expedition for those hungering to explore more in this area.

Topics addressed in this tour consist of:

Transition from monarchy to dictatorship
The Arts during Hitler’s reign
1933 discriminatory regulations
The Feldstraße tower bunker
Execution capital Hamburg
Architectural designs in Nazi Hamburg
Human Zoos
Neuengamme Concentration Camp
The Bombing of Hamburg
Memorial of the Defectors
World War 1 memorials by the Nazis
Surrender of Hamburg
The culture of remembrance

We bring to notice Neuengamme will be discussed as a subject without an actual visit to the camp due to time limitations. Please reach out to us ahead of time for any specific requirements.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.