Hitler’s Third Reich: Exploring the “Capital of the Movement”
Trace the origins of the Nazi party in Munich. We explore sites connected to the “Capital of the Movement” and the rise of the Third Reich.
Basic Information
Total time
3h
Language
English (check the calendar for availability)
Price
Our “Pay What You Wish” tours don’t have a fixed price — you decide how much the experience was worth. At the end of the tour, please make a fair contribution that reflects your satisfaction and appreciation for your guide’s work. Most guests give between €10 and €50 per person.
Meeting point
St. Peter Church main gate Nearest public transport: U-Bahn / S-Bahn Marienplatz
Ending point
Königsplatz is a monumental square designed in the Neoclassical style, intended to create an 'Athenian' atmosphere in the heart of Munich. It is surrounded by impressive buildings modeled after ancient Greek architecture, including the Glyptothek and the State Museum of Classical Art. The area is easily accessible via the Königsplatz U-Bahn station (U2 line) and local bus services.
Additional info
☂︎ This tour is organised by Walkative Munich guides. Look for the guide with the yellow umbrella.
♿️ Tour suitable for people with reduced mobility and strollers
❗Our tours run in all weather conditions. High or low temperatures, rain, or snow are never a reason for us to cancel. We’re always here for you! The only reasons for cancellation are extreme weather conditions (such as heavy storms), a guide’s sudden illness, or if there are fewer than 5 registered participants. In such cases, we will always notify you using the contact information you provided when booking the tour.Booking rules
Booking is obligatory. Our “Pay What You Wish” tours are meant for individual travellers and small groups. Large groups (8 or more people) cannot join these tours, as they significantly affect the experience for others and the guide. For school trips, organised tours, or groups of friends, please book our paid option (18€ per person) or arrange a Private Tour. For more information or to schedule a group visit, please contact us directly.
About the tour
Before Berlin rose to prominence under Nazi rule, Munich was the movement’s birthplace. In this city, extremist ideas spread within a democratic system, transforming political instability and popular discontent into a totalitarian regime.
On this educational walking tour, we explore how Munich earned the title “Capital of the Movement” and what everyday life looked like as freedom gave way to conformity, exclusion, persecution, and violence. Along the way, we examine the experiences of ordinary residents, Jewish citizens, and political opponents, and ask how fear, ideology, and opportunism shaped daily decisions.
But this story is not only about perpetrators and power. Munich was also a place of courage and resistance. We will discuss acts of opposition, including the White Rose student movement, and reflect on the moral choices faced by individuals living under a totalitarian regime.
Walking through Munich today — vibrant, cultural, and open — it can be hard to imagine how quickly democratic norms collapsed here. By uncovering these hidden layers of the city, this tour invites you to reflect on responsibility, memory, and the warning signs that remain relevant far beyond Germany’s past.
Join Walkative for a thoughtful and critical walk through Munich’s darkest chapter — and a deeper understanding of how democracies can fail, and why remembering still matters.
This tour is designed as a historical and educational experience and does not promote or glorify National Socialist ideology.
Highlights
- 1
St. Peter's Church
Locals call this landmark 'Alter Peter'—it marks the city's medieval origin point and houses the unusual, jeweled skeletal remains of Saint Munditia.
- 2
Marienplatz with its New and Old Town Hall
Central square of Munich, famous for its stunning New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus) with its iconic Glockenspiel and the nearby Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus), both showcasing beautiful Gothic architecture. It has been the heart of the city’s social and cultural life for centuries.
- 3
Hofbräuhaus
Munich’s most famous beer hall, founded in the 16th century, known for its lively atmosphere, traditional Bavarian music, hearty food, and world-renowned beer. It’s a must-visit symbol of Bavarian culture and hospitality.
- 4
Odeonsplatz
Grand square in central Munich, framed by impressive landmarks like the Feldherrnhalle, Theatinerkirche, and the Residenz. It’s a historic and cultural hub often used for concerts, parades, and public gatherings.
- 5
the Square for the Victims of National Socialism
Memorial site dedicated to those persecuted and killed under the Nazi regime. Its simple yet powerful design invites reflection and remembrance in the heart of the city.
- 6
Königsplatz (King’s Square)
Majestic neoclassical square designed in the style of ancient Greece, surrounded by impressive museums and monumental architecture. Today, it serves as both a cultural landmark and a popular venue for open-air events.
Map
St. Peter Church main gate Nearest public transport: U-Bahn / S-Bahn Marienplatz
