22 June 1941 marked the beginning of the German war of annihilation against the Soviet Union, which was waged under the code name ‘Operation Barbarossa’. This war was planned as a war of extermination from the outset and led to massive crimes. In no other country in Europe did World War II claim more victims: around 27 million Soviet citizens lost their lives, including around 14 million civilians.

Thematic tour: The German war of extermination against the Soviet Union

2pm – tour in English

3pm – tour in Russian

4 pm – tour in German

The Museum Berlin-Karlshorst is the only museum in Germany that dedicates a permanent exhibition to the German-Soviet War from 1941 to 1945. The tour presents both the German conduct of the war and occupation as well as the Soviet perspective. The different cultures of remembrance in Germany and the successor states of the Soviet Union are also highlighted.

The guided tours are free of charge. Advance booking is not necessary.

On this day, visitors also receive the audio guide free of charge.