Private tour in Munich Stephen W

Third Reich in Munich - Full Day Walking Tour

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Stephen W.

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I have a passion for the subject I talk about, which has led me to do primary history research into specific areas of the Second World War, which I started 35 years ago. I specialise in providing English language Second World War tours in southern Germany, which I do full time. The two specific areas I tend to focus on are: •Third Reich Munich - I have the largest photo archive of all Third Reich sites in Munich and conduct general tours of a few hours through to specialist all-day tours for PhD students, the Royal Air Force and so on. •Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial site - I have been an official guide for 20 years. I have met with many people connected with the camp over the years, survivors and liberators. I also provide tours to all the hidden related sites in the surrounding area. I am the only guide in southern Germany who provides this service. I have spoken to many people with a connection to this period of history, such as many of ex-prisoners and the soldiers who liberated Dachau before they passed away. I often took them back through the camp site many years later and talked to them about the specifics of what they saw and what happened back then. Despite these events happening over half a century ago, they shaped modern Europe and there are lessons to be learnt, so I feel that that it is an important subject to talk about. I also occasionally undertake more specialist private tours for real history buffs, historians and authors or perhaps sons or daughters of camp survivors to lesser known sites such as Kaufering or Moosburg, for example. If you have a specific request, please get in touch and I will see if I can tailor something to your needs. I am friendly and encourage questions and discussion. So whether you have only a basic understanding of the topic or already have a depth of knowledge on the subject, come on a tour with me. Official Licensed Dachau Memorial guide of 20 years Primary WW2-related history research of 35 years The most complete record of the Battle of Britain in existence in Kent and Sussex. An extensive photo archive of hundreds of Third Reich sites in the Munich area.

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Overview of your Munich tour

This is a one-day tour of Third Reich sites in Munich. There is a huge amount to see. We primarily walk and use public transport, the pace is as laid back or as quick as you want it. I give a detailed commentary on how the Nazi party started and came to power out of the streets of Munich. I will show you all the obvious surviving sites from this period of history as well as much you will not see on any other tour. Unlike other guides, I have an extensive private archive recording hundreds of Third Reich sites in the Munich area I have found over the years. So you will get to see lots of things other visitors don't get to see and hear stories from someone who lives on the ground and has spoken to many people who were living at the time. This is the most extensive Third Reich tour currently available in Munich.

Recent Reviews

Eric G.United States
October 2024

Steve W. is a wonderful tour guide! He is extremely knowledgeable of all things related to the history of the Third Reich and Munich. The tour covered all of the main historical sites but also we covered many of the lesser known or out of the way places. I would highly recommended Steve for a deeper understanding of this difficult and sobering history. I consider Steve as an expert. He defiantly showed his skills during the tour. If you do not want just a high level overview, then I suggest Steve. He will provide a very deep and detail understand of the history and the complexity of the era.

Joe D.United States
October 2023

Steve was awesome!! We spent two days with Steve. The first day was an all day tour of Dachau and surrounding areas. The second day was walking through Munich seeing the Third Reich sites. Steve was knowledgeable, articulate and engaging both days. He not only knew "his stuff", but he knew how to communicate it. He would give historical background in context of was going on in reality instead of just regurgitating facts. He also provided "one off" stories to further reinforce the context. Excellent!

Gary H.United States
November 2022

Steve is an excellent guide who is extremely knowledgeable about the Third Reich and WWII. I have visited Dachau several times and Munich over 50 times. Steve helped me so both from very different perspectives. I will now see the ghosts of the Third Reich whenever I visit Munich in the future. Steve is intelligent, friendly, and high energy. We walked about 20 kilometers each of the two days we had. He said we saw much more than most of his tours. He had the energy and enthusiasm to go! Awesome!!!

Rebecca M.United States
November 2022

Unbelievable knowledge of all things Third Reich. Steve is without a doubt one of the best tour guides we have ever encountered in the 20 years of booking with Tours by Locals. His extensive knowledge of the most obscure places where the Nazi party congregated, plotted, and planned their attacks is unparalleled. Absolutely amazing tour. Highly recommend Steve ��

Stephanie P.Canada
August 2022

We had a great day with Steve!! He was very passionate and we were amazed how much we learned about this time in our history. The kids had many questions and Steve always gave very thoughtful answers. I think we could have toured with Steve many days and learned so much. This was a great tour and I would recommend to anyone, it helped to understand all the different perspectives during an interesting time in our history.

Scott H.United States
December 2018

Stephen did an Excellent job as my tour guide of historical sites in Munich. Stephen was very personable, passionate and engaging. He effectively took me to all the sites I wanted to see and alot more. At each site he gave me insights that even as a History professor I was not aware of and he allowed me the time to take pictures and absorb what I was seeing. I highly recommend Stephen as a tour guide. You won't be disappointed.

Your Munich tour itinerary

This is a one day tour of Third Reich sites in Munich. There is a huge amount to see. We primarily walk and use public transport, the pace is as laid back or as quick as you want it. Itinerary, Obvious and obscure Third Reich sites in the streets of Munich.

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Type: Walking

Walking and public transport in Munich which rates as some of the cleanest and safest in the world.

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Private Guide
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Other: Personal expenses.
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Munich, Bavaria, Germany

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Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
29895
Languages
English
German
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

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Hours icon 8 hours
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