Path of Resistance: Berlin’s Hidden Holocaust Stories
East Berlin, Berlin
Walk in the footsteps of resistance. Explore Berlin’s hidden Holocaust history with expert guides and discover stories of courage that textbooks leave out.
This expert-led walking tour in Berlin explores the history and resistance of the Jewish community during the Nazi era, suited for history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Rosenstrasse Women's Protest — the only successful protest against the Nazis
- Insight into Nazi beliefs in Aryan superiority and views on Sub-Races
- Otto Weidt — factory owner who protected Jewish workers from the Gestapo
- Wilhelm Krützfeld — officer who disobeyed orders and saved the New Synagogue
- Bebelplatz — site of the 1933 book burning of 25,000 volumes
Description
This walking tour traces Berlin’s former Jewish quarter, revealing the destruction of a community and the stories of individuals who resisted Nazi oppression. It covers Jewish life before the Nazi period, escalating persecution from 1933 through the Final Solution, and key figures who defied the regime.
Highlights include Otto Weidt, who shielded blind and deaf Jewish workers; the Rosenstrasse women who protested for seven days until their Jewish husbands were released; and Wilhelm Krützfeld, who protected the New Synagogue on Kristallnacht. The tour concludes at Friedrichstrasse station, featuring the Trains to Life, Trains to Death memorial, which contrasts the Kindertransport rescue efforts with deportation trains.
The three-hour tour is limited to 15 guests to maintain an intimate discussion format rather than a presentation. It is led by Berlin’s only specialist WWII tour company with expert historian guides featured by National Geographic and the Discovery Channel.
Includes
- Expert local historian as your guide
- Entry to relevant museums and memorials
- Small group size (maximum 15 people)
- 'Then & Now' photographs and historical maps
- Interactive discussion and Q&A
- Insider recommendations for further exploration
Excludes
- Public transport tickets (not required for this walking tour)
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- This tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress accordingly and bring rain protection if needed.
- Arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time. Late arrivals over 10 minutes may be considered no-shows.
Booking Tips
Book in advance to secure your spot due to the limited group size. Morning departures often provide quieter conditions. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
