Wroclaw: Third Reich and World War Two Historical Tour
ID: GYG379774-684344
Category:
Country: Poland
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Travel back in time and retrace the course of Wroclaw’s turbulent history. On this guided tour you will explore the most interesting parts of Old Town and discover the nazi's history of Wroclaw.
Meet your friendly guide at Monopol Hotel then set out on your guided tour of Wroclaw. Begin with an introduction into Wroclaw's past, and learn about how the city once belonged to Germany until the end of World War Two. Discover how during the siege between February and May 1945, most of the city’s buildings were damaged or destroyed, leaving only the partially rebuilt infrastructure you see today.
The tour has been designed to showcase the city’s most important historical landmarks, and provide an insight into what life might have been like here during the war. Highlights of the tour include the former Gestapo building, Wolności Square, White Stork Synagogue, Dietrich Benchoffer Memorial, University Church, Ossolineum Garden, Sand Island, Cathedral Island, and more.
Throughout the tour, listen to your guide share fascinating facts about Wroclaw’s history under German rule, as well as information about city’s Jewish heritage and the Holocaust. You’ll also discover the changes that came about with the end of the war, and how the city transformed itself afterwards.
Highlights
- Explore Wroclaw's historical Old Town district with an expert guide
- Learn about Wroclaw's wartime history and rule under Germany
- Listen to stories about local Jewish heritage and the Holocaust
- Imagine what life might have been like here during World War Two
- See iconic historical landmarks including the former Gestapo building
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place rain or shine
• The tour requires at least 4 participants to operate
• Please be aware that the monuments' operating hours are subject to change
Meet your guide outside the main entrance of the Monopol Hotel. You guide will be holding a sign that says "World War Two Tour"
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
