SS-Falkenhof

A Silent Witness to Dark History

Counts toward these achievements:

First Steps10 pts

City Explorer25 pts

Urban Adventurer50 pts

The SS-Falkenhof in Weimar stands as a poignant reminder of Buchenwald's grim past. Here, the site evokes memories of when the SS established the falconry in 1938, later using it as a special detention facility from 1943. Visitors can experience the somber atmosphere and reflect on the historical significance. It invites contemplation on the lessons of history.

Be the first to check in here

Did you know?

In 1943, the SS-Falkenhof was used as a special detention site.

Guided Story

Can you feel the gentle breeze? It whispers through the trees here, carrying silent stories of the past. As you look around, notice the unassuming architecture. It bears the weight of a history that must not be forgotten. The SS-Falkenhof, once a place of terror, now stands as a memorial. If you look north, toward the Buchenwald Memorial, imagine the voices of those who endured their fate here. Standing here is an act of remembrance — and a promise that such atrocities will never happen again.