Join us on this historical walk that retraces Jewish history during Nazi Germany around a small section in the Mitte district which many Jews called their home before WWII.
Duration : 60 mins Max Size : 50 Destination : Germany
Category : World History Recommended For : Schools
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An important historical tour designed for youngsters where they can join us on a walk around a small section in the Mitte district which many Jews called their home before WWII. Literally meaning the ‘middle’, the Mitte’s cobblestone streets and the architectural elegance of its houses, exude an early 20th century vibe. Mitte suffered from serious damage during the second world war, but the structures were repaired and restored to their former glory
This is a very important tour that retraces Jewish history during Nazi Germany. On this walk youngsters will visit the Neue Synagogue (now Berlin's main Synagogue). Children will visit a memorial to Otto Weidt (a relatively unknown Hero in comparison to the inspirational Oscar Schindler) who saved blind and deaf Jews by employing them in his factory). The memorial is at the site of the factory.
You will visit Hackescherhöfe (a courtyard complex that was once owned by a German Jew and is now a listed site).
Included also is the site of the oldest Jewish cemetery in Berlin. Amongst other things you be able to see the ‘Stumbling Stones’ (a Europe-wide project that involved small brass plated cobblestones to commemorate the site of where a victim of the Holocaust either worked or lived).
Sarah is originally from Australia. Having first completed a degree in Business Marketing and working in the Advertising industry she thought her future was decided. She then went on a trip to Europe and as a result stumbled upon Berlin. Having immediately fallen in love with the city, she never left! She has been sharing her love for the city with visitors for seven years now. Sarah has always been fascinated with history and finds great joy in being able to share that passion and love for Berlin with visitors from all over the world.
Once you book this experience, we will send you a confirmation email with a link to join the session. Children and teachers can log in from their individual classes or congregate in one single class/hall and access the tour via the link provided.
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