Mauthausen was a concentration camp located in Austria during World War II. It was one of the largest and most brutal camps in the Nazi concentration camp system. Originally established in 1938 and was primarily used for political prisoners, resistance fighters, and other "undesirables" such as Jews, homosexuals, and disabled individuals. It was known for its harsh conditions, forced labor, and high mortality rate. Prisoners at Mauthausen were subjected to extreme brutality, torture, and inhumane treatment by the guards. Many prisoners died from malnutrition, disease, exhaustion, were killed in gas chambers or other methods of execution. Mauthausen was liberated by the Allies in May 1945, but the atrocities that occurred at the camp have left a lasting impact on the survivors and their families. Today, Mauthausen serves as a memorial and museum to educate visitors about the horrors of the Holocaust and the importance of remembering the victims and survivors of Nazi persecution.
- Vienna: The tour starts with the pick-up at your accommodation in Vienna at a designated time. Your driver will introduce you the specifics of the tour after which the tour commences with a drive through the Viennese Forest.
- KZ-Gedenkstatte Mauthausen: First, visit labor Wiener Graben quarry and notorious Stairs of Death. After 20-30 minutes, your driver will drive you to entrance of Mauthausen Memorial
- KZ-Gedenkstatte Mauthausen: At your own pace, discover dark side of WW-II history in Austria. Accompanied with audio guide available on 11 different languages, explore Wiener-Graben quarry, the Stairs of Death, the SS-Quarters, the Camp Prison, the Gas Chamber and visit the newly re-opened Mauthausen Museum.
Included
- Passports mandatory
- This is a private tour/activity. Only you group will participate
- Bottled water
- English speaking driver
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Lunch
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We have about 4-5h driving in both directions. So about 2h15min per ride. With those 3h30min it will be 8h all together. As it’s private trip, guests have possibility to extend their time in one of those to locations or to have a lunch on way back.
