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2-Hour Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp

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Kraków, PL
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2-Hour Guided Tour in Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp

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Kraków, PL
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Immerse yourself in the haunting history of Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp on this 2-hour guided tour. Uncover the tragic events that unfolded here during the Holocaust as you explore the former camp. Discover the camp's significance in the Schindler's List movie and visit the memorial erected in honor of the victims. Experience the eerie atmosphere of the camp, now a nature preserve, and gain a deeper understanding of Kraków's history during this dark time. The tour also includes visits to the Ghetto Heroes Square, where a controversial symbol of departure stands, and the Ghetto Wall Fragment, a powerful reminder of the victims' final journey. Join this tour to pay tribute and learn from the past in a moving and educational experience.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Experience the tragic history of Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp
  • Visit Ghetto Heroes Square and pay tribute to the victims
  • Guided tour of Plaszow Concentration Camp
  • See the Fragment of Ghetto Wall, a powerful historical landmark
  • Learn about the Holocaust's impact on Krakow city
  • Professional Guide
  • Tram ticketis not included (3.4 PLN)

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Introduction

Immerse yourself in the rich history and poignant stories of the Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp with a 2-hour guided tour. Led by an experienced guide, this tour provides an essential overview of the camp's tragic past and its significance during the Holocaust. As you explore the grounds, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Kraków's history and the dark chapter that unfolded within these walls.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to delve into the remarkable history of Kraków city during the Holocaust. You'll visit significant sites, such as the Ghetto Heroes Square, where you'll learn about the poignant memorial that stands as a tribute to the victims of the Kraków Ghetto. At the Płaszów Concentration Camp, your guide will provide insightful commentary as you navigate through the camp's grounds and uncover its haunting past. This tour promises to be a thought-provoking and educational experience, shedding light on an important period in history.

Who is this for?

This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, individuals interested in World War II history, and those seeking a deeper understanding of the Holocaust. It is both educational and emotionally powerful, offering a unique opportunity to reflect on the atrocities that occurred during this dark time. This experience is suitable for anyone with a curiosity about Kraków's past and a desire to pay tribute to the victims of the concentration camp.

Why book this?

By booking this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Kraków-Płaszów Concentration Camp and its impact on Kraków's history. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you'll receive in-depth commentary and insights that go beyond what can be found in books or documentaries. This tour goes beyond just visiting the site; it provides an immersive experience that allows you to connect with the past and honor the memories of those who suffered.

Good to know

It's important to note that the Płaszów area is now a nature preserve, and the original camp no longer stands. However, your guide will ensure that you visit all the significant points, including the Ghetto Wall Fragment. As you pass by this historical landmark, you'll be reminded of the resilience and strength of those who lived within the confines of the ghetto. The tour concludes at the bus stop on Kamienskiego street, leaving you with a profound understanding of Kraków's history.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this guided tour have praised the expertise and knowledge of the guides, noting that their insights added depth and emotional impact to the experience. Visitors have also been moved by the memorial at Ghetto Heroes Square and the heartbreaking stories behind the Ghetto Wall Fragment. Reviews consistently highlight the tour's ability to educate and provoke deep contemplation about the Holocaust and the history of Kraków.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

The Ghetto Heroes Square

(Pass by)

We will walk by the Ghetto Heroes Square which is just across the river in Podgorze suburb. Though after the war the name of Plac Zgody was changed to Plac Bohaterów Getta (Ghetto Heroes Square) and a small monument was erected, the space’s historical significance never felt more pertinent than its post-war use as a public toilet or parking lot. Finally, after decades of neglect, Plac Bohaterów Getta was renovated in 2005, sparking significant controversy over the design. Laid out with 70 large well-spaced metal chairs meant to symbolise departure, as well as subsequent absence, the entire square has essentially been turned into an odd, but iconic memorial to the victims of the Kraków Ghetto.

Plaszow Concentration Camp

Our guided visit will start and your guide will be more than happy to show you around and give all the information you need to know. While thousands of tourists use Krakow as the starting point for visiting Auschwitz, few are aware that Krakow actually has a former concentration camp in its own backyard. On the other side of the river, in the depths of Podgórze, the vast area is almost undeveloped, despite the fact that it is located in one of the most desirable commercial and residential districts of the city - on the main communication artery (Wielicka Street), opposite a large shopping center (Bonarka) and not far from main tourist attraction (Krakus Mound). It is the former seat of the "Konzentrationslager Plaszow bei Krakau'' - the German Nazi concentration camp in Płaszów, today a wild, uneven space of land, which until recently did not indicate its own existence, let alone its wartime history.

Ghetto Wall Fragment

(Pass by)

After our tour, we will pass by one of the most amazing Historical landmark in Kraków: The Fragment of Ghetto Wall. Kraków’s most prominent evidence of its ghetto is this 12-metre stretch of the original ghetto wall. In 1983, a commemorative plaque was raised, which reads in Hebrew and Polish: “Here they lived, suffered and died at the hands of the German torturers. From here they began their final journey to the death camps.”

Reviews

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5 (1)

Escape171731

A great guy doing the tour and explained everything perfectly Easy to get on with and made it a fantastic afternoon I have been on a few tours but this was the best guide Ive ever had but sadly cannot put a name to him
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-24 22:41