Kaufering

Kaufering is a municipality in the Landsberg district of Bavaria that sits along the Lech River valley. The town contains residential areas, local streets, and public facilities typical of a regional German community.

During World War II, the area housed eleven subcamps connected to Dachau concentration camp, where prisoners were forced to labor. These camps existed to support underground construction projects linked to aircraft manufacturing operations in the region.

The European Holocaust Memorial in Kaufering draws visitors seeking to understand and remember the experiences of those who suffered here. The site serves as a place where people today can engage with this history and reflect on its lasting lessons.

The European Holocaust Memorial is open to visitors and contains exhibits and information about the wartime period. Plan to spend adequate time exploring the site and reading the materials to fully understand its significance.

The local soil and geology made it possible to construct deep underground tunnels and bunkers that remained structurally sound. These geological conditions were a major reason why the area was chosen for wartime production facilities.

Location: Landsberg am Lech

Elevation above the sea: 585 m

Website: http://kaufering.de

GPS coordinates: 48.08713,10.86053

Latest update: December 24, 2025 19:11