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Hamburg and Neuengamme Concentration Camp
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
The Hanseatic city of Hamburg fascinates all who discover the 'Gateway to the World.' Hamburg was a center for international trade in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which brought the city both great wealth and notoriety. Discover its beauty and charms on a four-hour adventure that begins with a panoramic motorcoach tour.
The symbolic heart of the city, the Rathaus, or Town Hall, was built from 1886 to 1897. The impressive neo-Renaissance building was damaged during WWII but faithfully restored post war and today is a landmark of civic pride.
See the Speicherstadt, the world's largest warehouse complex, spanning one mile and interconnected by a series of canals. Built during the turn of the century, it is renowned for its Gothic architecture. In 2015, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Pass by the St. Michael's Church, affectionately called 'Michel,' to marvel at this iconic Protestant church. Architecture aficionados consider this baroque church one of the most beautiful in northern Germany. Though the church was badly damaged during WWII, the copper bell tower and its bell miraculously remained intact.
Continue on to Alster Lake, with a circumference of approximately five miles, is surrounded by green parkland and Hamburg's most elegant residential properties. To maintain a consistent standard of beauty, it is a rule that all buildings that circle the lake must have white facades with copper roofs.
No tour would be complete without Reeperbahn, the famous red-light district for sailors that has become a trendy area with more than a half-mile strip of pubs, bars and nightclubs.
Your tour leaves the city and continues out to Neuengamme. Built on the grounds of a brickworks near the banks of the Elbe River, it was established first in 1938 as a subcamp to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp and grew to the largest of its kind in northern Germany during World War II. Neuengamme concentration camp included approximately 60 subcamps that spread over northwestern Germany, with more than 20 camps in located in Hamburg.
The SS incarcerated approximately 104,000-106,000 people in Neuengamme from December 1938 until May 1945. Prisoners were tortured with inadequate food and shelter and were forced to perform slave labor. In addition to the deplorable conditions, prisoners withstood beatings and arbitrary punishments and were utilized in deadly medical experiments. Most were incarcerated because of their race or resistance to the Nazi party. The camp was designed for the purpose of extermination through work, and over 56,000 victims in Neuengamme ultimately perished. After a guided introduction tour through these sobering grounds discover the area and witness first-hand, the prisoners' accommodations and buildings used by the SS. Afterwards explore the camp on your own. There is also an opportunity to pay respects at the memorial site.
Complete this thought-provoking tour with a drive back through the city to port.
Points of interest
St. Michael's Church/Krameramtsstuben
Alster Lake (Inner & Outer)
Schedule
Special Notes
Modest attire is required for visiting Neuengamme Concentration Camp; knees, shoulders and midriffs must be covered. Wear flat, comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers.
There are no age restrictions to enter the Concentration Camp, however due to the emotional distress we recommend an age restriction of 12 years.
The order of sights may vary. The coach for the city tour is equipped with seat belts, guests are required to use them. Guests may not stay on the coach during free time. The tour runs during all weather conditions. Guests should be prepared for the possibility of rain. It is advisable to bring some small change of Euro coins as some shops do not accept other currencies nor Credit Cards for small purchases (furthermore, guests may have to pay for public bathroom facilities, usually between 50,- cents and 1,-Euro pp). Shops are closed on Sundays and bank holidays. Only a few souvenir shops may be opened. Not available for wheelchair-confined guest.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
The Hanseatic city of Hamburg fascinates all who discover the 'Gateway to the World.' Hamburg was a center for international trade in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which brought the city both great wealth and notoriety. Discover its beauty and charms on a four-hour adventure that begins with a panoramic motorcoach tour.
The symbolic heart of the city, the Rathaus, or Town Hall, was built from 1886 to 1897. The impressive neo-Renaissance building was damaged during WWII but faithfully restored post war and today is a landmark of civic pride.
See the Speicherstadt, the world's largest warehouse complex, spanning one mile and interconnected by a series of canals. Built during the turn of the century, it is renowned for its Gothic architecture. In 2015, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Pass by the St. Michael's Church, affectionately called 'Michel,' to marvel at this iconic Protestant church. Architecture aficionados consider this baroque church one of the most beautiful in northern Germany. Though the church was badly damaged during WWII, the copper bell tower and its bell miraculously remained intact.
Continue on to Alster Lake, with a circumference of approximately five miles, is surrounded by green parkland and Hamburg's most elegant residential properties. To maintain a consistent standard of beauty, it is a rule that all buildings that circle the lake must have white facades with copper roofs.
No tour would be complete without Reeperbahn, the famous red-light district for sailors that has become a trendy area with more than a half-mile strip of pubs, bars and nightclubs.
Your tour leaves the city and continues out to Neuengamme. Built on the grounds of a brickworks near the banks of the Elbe River, it was established first in 1938 as a subcamp to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp and grew to the largest of its kind in northern Germany during World War II. Neuengamme concentration camp included approximately 60 subcamps that spread over northwestern Germany, with more than 20 camps in located in Hamburg.
The SS incarcerated approximately 104,000-106,000 people in Neuengamme from December 1938 until May 1945. Prisoners were tortured with inadequate food and shelter and were forced to perform slave labor. In addition to the deplorable conditions, prisoners withstood beatings and arbitrary punishments and were utilized in deadly medical experiments. Most were incarcerated because of their race or resistance to the Nazi party. The camp was designed for the purpose of extermination through work, and over 56,000 victims in Neuengamme ultimately perished. After a guided introduction tour through these sobering grounds discover the area and witness first-hand, the prisoners' accommodations and buildings used by the SS. Afterwards explore the camp on your own. There is also an opportunity to pay respects at the memorial site.
Complete this thought-provoking tour with a drive back through the city to port.
Points of interest
St. Michael's Church/Krameramtsstuben
Alster Lake (Inner & Outer)
Schedule
Special Notes
Modest attire is required for visiting Neuengamme Concentration Camp; knees, shoulders and midriffs must be covered. Wear flat, comfortable walking shoes and dress in layers.
There are no age restrictions to enter the Concentration Camp, however due to the emotional distress we recommend an age restriction of 12 years.
The order of sights may vary. The coach for the city tour is equipped with seat belts, guests are required to use them. Guests may not stay on the coach during free time. The tour runs during all weather conditions. Guests should be prepared for the possibility of rain. It is advisable to bring some small change of Euro coins as some shops do not accept other currencies nor Credit Cards for small purchases (furthermore, guests may have to pay for public bathroom facilities, usually between 50,- cents and 1,-Euro pp). Shops are closed on Sundays and bank holidays. Only a few souvenir shops may be opened. Not available for wheelchair-confined guest.