Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau
The site of the first concentration camp established by Nazi Germany, with barracks, a crematorium and exhibits that reveal its history, about 20 km from Munich.
Dachau concentration camp was founded in 1933 as the earliest Nazi concentration camp and served as the model for later camps. More than 200,000 people were imprisoned here, and over 40,000 died. The memorial preserves the gate inscribed “Arbeit Macht Frei” (“Work Sets You Free”), the roll-call square, reconstructed barracks, watchtowers along the perimeter wall and the crematorium. The main exhibition uses extensive documents and photographs to tell the camp's history, and several religious memorials stand on the grounds. Entry is free, while English-language guided tours and audio guides are charged. Take S2 from Munich to Dachau station, then transfer to bus 726 for about 10 minutes. Please keep a solemn atmosphere, allow half a day, and note that young children are not recommended.
Opening hours
09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Schleissheim Palace
- Munich-Nymphenburg Botanical Garden
- Nymphenburg Palace
- Olympiapark Munich
- BMW Welt & BMW Museum
- Augustiner-Keller Beer Garden
- Königsplatz
- Alte Pinakothek