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Exploring Munich’s Dark Past: The 3rd Reich Historical Walking Tour - München

Exploring Munich’s Dark Past: The 3rd Reich Historical Walking Tour

Münchenmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Basic urban walking fitness is needed; participants should be able to stand and walk for extended periods.

Overview

Discover Munich’s hidden stories on the 3rd Reich Tour, a guided walk through the city’s Nazi-era landmarks. Explore beer halls, former Nazi headquarters, and memorials while gaining deep insight into history’s chilling chapter.

München, Bayern

3rd Reich Tour

2.5 Hours • Walking Tour

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About This Adventure

Explore Munich's haunting history on a unique guided tour that unveils the city's dark past as the birthplace of the Nazi Party. Visit significant sites, including beer halls where Hitler spoke, the Nazi headquarters, and memorials to victims of Nazism, offering a profound understanding of this pivotal chapter in history.

Unknown to the casual tourist, many of Munich's buildings carry the secrets of a darkpast.


Rates

Adults (Ages 14+) 38€ Students - Must bring valid ID 36€ Children (Ages 6-13) 25€


Duration

2 hours and 30 minutes


About

Just eight decades ago, Munich bore the official title, "Hauptstadt der Bewegung" – the Capital of the Nazi Movement. This was the city that the Allied Supreme Commander General Eisenhower called "the cradle of the Nazi beast".

Munich was the birthplace of the Nazi Party and the home of its headquarters. The voice of Adolf Hitler resounded around the public squares and streets of Munich before being heard anywhere else in Germany. As the stage upon which some of the Nazis' most notorious crimes, from Hitler's failed Putsch to the horrific Kristallnacht – the largest anti-Semitic pogrom seen in western Europe for centuries and a dismal milestone on the road to the Holocaust – were launched, Munich was the nursery of a movement that would shake humanity with some of the most infamous and terrible events in history.


What to Expect

In a unique and fascinating tour, our dedicated guide will open up this hidden history for you.

  • We'll show you the beer-halls which hosted the first small gatherings of the fanatics who one day would lead the Third Reich, and the places where Hitler made his first major speeches.
  • We'll walk you through the streets where Hitler and his Brownshirts fought their way to power, and tell you how they did it.
  • We'll show you the official Nazi Headquarters from where he bullied the world.
  • We'll show you buildings that bear the scars of the Second World War.

The irony is that while much of central Munich was devastated by Allied bombing, many Nazi buildings survived and still stand today. And standing alongside them are memorials to the city's many victims of Nazism, including those who sacrificed their lives in opposing its hateful ideology.


What you will see

We'll show you all these sites and give you the story. Nowhere else can you experience a tour like this because no other place has a history quite like this.

  • Fully guided tour by specialist guide.
  • The beer hall where Hitler attended his first party meeting.
  • The beer hall where Hitler made his first major speeches.
  • The building where Goebbels launched Kristallnacht
  • Monuments of Nazi architecture
  • The location of the Beer Hall Putsch street battle
  • Hitler's HQ – the venue for the Munich Peace Agreement
  • Nazi marching grounds
  • Memorials to victims and local opponents of Nazism

Adventure Tips

Wear comfortable shoes

This 2.5-hour tour involves steady walking on urban streets; sturdy footwear is essential.

Bring a water bottle

Keep hydrated, especially during warmer months, as there’s limited opportunity for breaks.

Prepare for sensitive content

The tour covers heavy historical topics; mental readiness is recommended.

Arrive early

Meeting at Radius Tours Office ensures a prompt start and allows time for check-in.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Common urban birds such as the Eurasian magpie.
  • Spotted squirrels in nearby Viktualienmarkt park during breaks.

History

Founded as the capital of Bavaria, Munich transformed dramatically in the early 20th century, becoming central to National Socialist history.

Conservation

The tour operator emphasizes respectful visitation and supports local memorial upkeep efforts to preserve historical memory responsibly.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Durable shoes provide comfort and support across city streets and uneven pavement.

Weather-appropriate clothing

Essential

Layering helps adapt to fluctuating spring weather in Munich.

spring specific

Sun protection

A hat and sunscreen protect against strong summer sun during outdoor walking.

summer specific

Water bottle

Essential

Stay hydrated throughout the tour, especially on warm days.