From Gdansk: Stutthof Concentration Camp Museum Day Tour

Pomerania Province, Gdansk



Take a day tour of the Stutthof Concentration Camp Museum near Gdansk. Built in 1939, it was the last concentration camp to be freed in 1945 by the Soviet Army. Join this private tour to tour the grounds and learn more about the history of the camp.

Stutthof Concentration Camp Day Tour from Gdansk

This full-day tour from Gdansk explores the Stutthof Concentration Camp, suitable for visitors interested in World War II history and Holocaust remembrance.

Highlights

  • Visit the Stutthof camp's gas chamber, crematorium, prisoner barracks, and guard tower
  • Learn about the camp’s history and its liberation by the Soviet Army
  • Understand the scale of genocide through stories of victims and survivors

Description

Located 25 miles (40 kilometers) from Gdansk near the town of Sztutowo, the Stutthof Concentration Camp was the first Nazi camp in Poland, established in 1939. It remained in operation until 1945, when it was liberated by the Soviet Army. The camp is situated in a secluded, wooded area that reflects its historical isolation.

Between 1939 and 1945, approximately 110,000 people were deported to Stutthof, with an estimated 85,000 victims of genocide. This tour provides an opportunity to visit key sites within the camp and gain insight into the events that occurred during the Nazi occupation of Poland. Visitors see the preserved gas chamber, crematorium, prisoner barracks, and other structures serving as powerful reminders of this period.

Includes

  • Multilingual driver/guide
  • Entrance to the Stutthof Museum
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Gdansk

Excludes

  • Personal expenses

Important Information

  • Select your preferred tour language when booking

Cancellation Policy

Full refund available for cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Morning departures are recommended to avoid crowds and have ample time for the tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to the gas chamber, crematorium, prisoner barracks, guard tower, and learning about the camp's history and liberation.
Stutthof Concentration Camp is located near the town of Sztutowo, approximately 40 kilometers from Gdansk.
The tour is a full-day excursion departing from Gdansk and returning the same day.
The tour is recommended for those interested in World War II history and Holocaust remembrance, but suitability for children depends on their age and sensitivity.
Yes, visitors can travel independently, but the guided day tour offers detailed historical context and transport convenience from Gdansk.
The camp was liberated by the Soviet Army in 1945.
Yes, guided tours are available and included in most full-day excursions from Gdansk.
Check the official Stutthof Museum website or your tour provider for the most up-to-date opening hours.
Stutthof was the first concentration camp established in Poland in 1939 and the last to be liberated in 1945.

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