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Munich in the 3rd Reich and WW2 Small Group Walking Tour
About
Explore the complex history of Munich, the rise of the Nazi Party and the impact of WW2 on this thought-provoking tour. This tour aims to educate and reflect on the consequences of political unrest, ensuring lessons from the past resonate today.
- Up to 10 travelers in the group
What to expect
- 1IsartorAt our meeting point, get some background info on Munich - the scaffolding on which we will hang our tour. Learn about how a fire in 1328 would pay dividends in WW2. We cover aspects of the allied bombing campaign and learn about how the city fell to the US Army in 1945. Directly next to the gate is the building credited as being the birthplace of what became the SS 20 min
- 2In this lovely restaurant and bar - formerly the "Sterneckerbrau", disaffected…In this lovely restaurant and bar - formerly the "Sterneckerbrau", disaffected extremists, disillusioned veterans from WW1, anti-Semites, nationalists, self-styled poets and philosophers met to grumble over their lot, to rage against the Weimar Republic. They coalesced into the "Deustche Arbeiterpartei" - the "German Workers Party": soon to become the Nazi Party. We cover the Treaty of Versailles, inflation, unemployment and the initial contacts of Hitler with this group 20 min
- 3Old Town HallThe medieval "Old" town hall is rather new; it took serious damage during WW2 from the Allied bombing. It was here on November 9th 1938 that the orders for "Crystal Night" (also known as "The night of broken glass")were given. As such the site is important as a precursor of the Holocaust which was to follow just a few short years later. 20 min
- 4New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus)The New Town Hall dominates the main square, Marienplatz. Here we compare original wartime images with the structures we see today. Attitudes to dealing with the past in Germany today are also discussed. 20 min
- 5Alter HofThe Old Court of Munich used to be the castle of home of the Bavarian royal family, the Wittelsbachers. This pretty courtyard was bombed in WW2 and has been heavily restored. It has been the haunt of artists; and failed artists. Here we discuss the early life of Hitler, his war service and how art was used (and misused) for propaganda reasons. 20 min
- 6FrauenkircheAt the cathedral we consider aspects of the Allied bombing campaign as well the death of Ernst Röhm during the "Night of the Long Knives" 20 min
- 7FeldherrnhalleAt this spot, next to the famous Residenz Palace, Hitlers attempted 1923 "Beer Hall Pustch" came to end in a hail of bullets. We consider the motivations, personalities involved, court case and how the Nazis constructed legends and myths to showcase their ideologies. 25 min
- 8Staatliches HofbrauhausWe end the tour at this most famous of beerhalls, the birthplace of the Nazi Party in 1920. (During Oktoberfest we cannot guarantee going inside without a long queue) 20 min
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Make a day of itPlan my day lines up what else is on in Munich, with real start times.
Plan my dayWhat’s included
- Well read guide, not someone who has just read a script
Not included
- Gratuities
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We reserve the right to refuse the tour to persons who are intoxicated
- Look for the guide holding a sign with "Dark History Tours & Experiences". We aim to start promptly. To this end, please try and arrive a few minutes before. If in doubt, please text us on WhatsApp. We are at our initial starting point for about 20 minutes, so if you you slightly late, you should still be able to find us easily.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting & pickup
Meeting pointMunichGet directions (opens Google Maps)
We meet outside the Medieval gate, the side with the two towers and painted fresco. The guide will have a sign