If you are into World War II History, this is the place for you. Such incredible, if dark, history…read more Amazingly, so much is still left, I am always surprised when I come back and it's all still here. I am sure it was left as grim reminder of what happened here, and I am sure it would be a major undertaking to remove it. Besides, most of the things that happen here are concerts and festivals, a much happier use of the field than it was during the Third Reich. I highly suggest doing some research before coming here, there are many resources to research, many photos and films. You can walk up the steps and actually stand on the same platform where Hitler gave speeches, incredible and eerie at the same time. At night, it is especially eerie and foreboding. There are also many other Nazi remanents nearby, most within walking distance. Again, research the area before you come and plan out your walk.

The so-called Zeppelinfeld is the location for the infamous Nazi rallies of the late 1920s and…read more1930s. One of the few remaining parts of a vast complex intended as the spiritual home of the Nazi party, the rather battered remains nevertheless still give the feel for the scale of the events that are now etched into history. Standing on the rostrum at which Hitler expounded his fascist political philosophy is frankly a rather ambivalent experience: on the one hand, it feels a place of tangible evil: on the other, the dilapidated ruins provide reassurance that such a regime was, and can be, overcome. The main rostrum site is free to enter with ample car-parking: but there are lots of steps and uneven walkways if you want to climb up.

Close to the old (1930's-40's) parade grounds and filled with historical information makes this…read moreworth the stop on your visit to the area. It is educational with great historical significance as it is literally built on grounds where the N@z! party was founded. Great thought was put in to the creation of this museum and after your visit you can walk around the beautiful lake outside or take one of the walking paths which allow you to reflect on the information you obtained from the Documentation Center. They offer storage lockers for coats and bags as well as vending machines with cold beverages you can take on your walk around the lake. If you're in the area I highly recommend you take the time to visit.

During my visit, they are remodeling so much of the exhibit area is closed. But I got a close look…read moreat the Congresshall, so it was still a good visit.