Auschwitz I crematorium

The Auschwitz I crematorium is a building containing three large furnaces and underground chambers with concrete walls constructed during World War II. The rooms display the technical layout of the facility with its incineration equipment and adjacent spaces.

The facility was constructed starting in 1940 and operated until 1943. It was part of the systematic extermination carried out by the Nazi regime.

The preserved crematorium structure stands as a memorial site, teaching visitors about the systematic persecution and genocide during the Holocaust.

Access is through the Auschwitz Museum, where visitors can obtain information and guided tours. The site is accessible year-round, and a guide is recommended to better understand the content.

The building includes original metal doors, ventilation systems, and concrete foundations that demonstrate the calculated industrial approach to mass extermination.

Location: Gmina Oświęcim

Part of: Auschwitz I concentration camp

GPS coordinates: 50.02811,19.20493

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07