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Berlin Battlefield Tour - Operation Berlin 1945 (Small Group)

4.9(32 reviews)Berlin, Germany
2h30DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

Experience a guided tour focused on the Berlin Battlefield during Operation Berlin in 1945. This small group tour takes you through significant sites such as Moltke Bridge, Konigplatz, the Reichstag, and Wiedendammer Bridge, where you will learn about military strategies and the decisions made by Soviet and German commanders. The tour lasts for an unspecified duration and is suited for history enthusiasts and those interested in military tactics. It is not suitable for individuals who prefer a casual sightseeing experience. Be prepared for an immersive exploration of the human stories behind the war.

Itinerary

1

Berlin Central Station

Our journey begins at the meeting point on the southern side of the modern Hauptbahnhof (Berlin Main Station). Following a ten-minute introduction to set the scene we make our way to the Moltke Bridge.

2

Moltkebrucke

This red sandstone ornate structure became the scene of some of the city’s most brutal fighting. Here we orientate ourselves to the Soviet 3rd Shock Army’s axis of advance and discuss the key challenges for the Soviets and the German defenders.

3

Bundeskanzleramt

After making our way across the Moltke Bridge we reach the then Interior Ministry, nicked named the “Himmler House” in the old diplomatic quarter. Following a Soviet artillery barrage at point blank range we discuss the horrific room to room fighting that took place here.

4

Platz der Republik

Continuing to ‘no man’s land’ we stand on the former Königsplatz and take stock of the 300m moon scape the 207th and 150th rifle divisions would have to cross before reaching the Reichstag.

5

Reichstag Building

As we walk toward the Reichstag, we discuss Hitler’s final moments in the Führer bunker only a few hundred meters away. Once at the foot of the Reichstag the moment has come to hear the stories of Sergeant Yegorov and Sergeant Kantariya and how they raised special banner No.5 on the roof – signifying the end.

What's included / not included

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Accessibility and comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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