Risiera di San Sabba
The only site in Italy of a Nazi concentration camp equipped with a crematorium, now a national memorial showcasing the history of persecution during World War II.
Originally a rice mill, after 1943 it was converted by the Nazi occupying forces into a detention and transit camp, holding Jews, Slovene and Croatian resistance fighters, and political prisoners, where thousands were killed. Today it is a national memorial museum, preserving the cells, the “death cell,” and the original site of the crematorium, along with historical exhibits. Admission is free, but the atmosphere is solemn, so please remain quiet. Located in the south of the city, it can be reached by bus line 8 or 10.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Castle of San Giusto
- Cathedral of San Giusto
- Muggia
- Caffè San Marco
- Roman Theatre of Trieste
- Synagogue of Trieste
- Arco di Riccardo
- Serbian Orthodox Church of San Spiridione