Sachsenhausen concentration camp, Nazi concentration camp in Germany

Sachsenhausen concentration camp served as a model for subsequent Nazi camps and a training ground for the SS.

Established in 1936, it was one of the most notable early concentration camps during the Nazi regime.

The camp's significance is marked by its transformation into a memorial and museum, respecting the victims' memory.

Located near Berlin, Sachsenhausen is accessible to visitors interested in World War II history.

Sachsenhausen had a specially built execution facility, the Station Z, with a crematorium and gas chamber.

• Location: Oranienburg
• Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
• Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 08:30-17:00
• Website: https://sachsenhausen-sbg.de
• GPS coordinates: 52.76628,13.26281
• Latest update: August 31, 2026 11:58