Berlin's Jewry has a unique and special history, from the days of the Enlightenment, through the horrors of the Holocaust, up to the revival of the present day, as Berlin fosters one of the world's fastest-growing Jewish communities
Berlin's Jewry has a unique and special history, from the days of the Enlightenment, through the horrors of the Holocaust, up to the revival of the present day, as Berlin fosters one of the world's fastest-growing Jewish communities
“fascinating and heartbreaking” Sunday Times UK
Mendelssohn and Einstein are just two examples of Berlin Jews who have been responsible for some of the most significant events in intellectual and cultural development, changing the way all of us – Jews and non-Jews alike – live and think
Yet their achievements came against a backdrop of anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination, which came to a head in the 20th century, with devastating effect
See the site of the ancient Jewish Cemetery, which was desecrated by the Nazis in 1943 in an effort to eradicate the memory of Jewish history in Berlin
Walk through the courtyards where working-class Jewish immigrants dreamed of a better world. See the the magnificent New Synagogue and hear the amazing story of this building, which reflects the fate of Berlin's Jews before, during and after Nazi persecution
Visit the Workshop for the Blind, one of many places where non-Jews risked their lives to save their Jewish neighbours
The tour finishes outside the New Synagogue on Oranienburger Straße
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"She conveyed the essence of many of the memorials and sights and they came to life again..."
Steve Kukla, 28th Oct '18"A fascinating insight into life in Berlin during the Cold War."
Michael, Maidenhead, UK, 29th Nov '18"This tour was utterly brilliant, by far the best I have done anywhere in the world."
Paul, Perth, 6th Sep '18" Within four hours ~ 100 years of history was brought together in a way that make you yearn for more time in this beautiful city."
Jon & Leah, 21st Aug '18"Take this walking tour! You will not be disappointed..."
Carol K, USA, 31st Aug '18"He brought history alive and took good care of our group."
Trevor & Christina, UK, 25th Sep '18"This man is like a walking encyclopedia, has a good sense of humor and a lovely, friendly personality! Highly recommended!"
Yuval Gelfand, Israel, 15th Sep '18"It is truly an experience I will never forget..."
Richard Wong, USA, 14th Sep '18"I would highly recommend this tour group and guide to anyone visiting Berlin."
Lyn, Victoria, Australia, Sep '18