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Transnational learning and encounter

For international groups, the Buchenwald Memorial offers learning programmes in various languages. In this context, we pay special attention to the visitors' specific questions and expectations as well as their individual and collective historical-cultural traditions.

The organization of transnational programmes with overnight accommodations in the Young People's Centre should be carried out well—at least one year—in advance.


We offer international programmes for young people, adults, and educators at the memorial as one- or multi-day seminars.

A look at the twentieth century as a "century of extremes" reveals the consequences of National Socialism for Europe and the world. This approach enables an in-depth exploration of experiences that still shape society today—experiences of:

  • occupation, exploitation, and annihilation
  • resistance to despotism, dictatorship, and threats to democracy
  • racism, anti-Semitism, and other forms of group-related misanthropy; cooperation and collaboration with the National Socialists.

We will be very glad to work with you to design a programme tailored to your group in terms of both content and method. Please contact us!

International programmes are available in the following languages: English, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Romanian, Spanish, and Hungarian.

Programmes can also be carried out in other languages with the accompaniment of foreign-language interpreters.


International study and work camps (summer camps)

In the summer months we join with our cooperation partners to offer two-week international study and work camps. In addition to transnational dialogue and the in-depth exploration of the history of the site, the camp programmes focus on work to preserve the memorial grounds.

Prospective dates in 2023:

23 July to 5 August: Action Reconciliation Service for Peace

6 to 19 August: Service Civil International

20 August to 2 September: Vereinigung Junger Freiwilliger

Please see our partners’ websites for information on registering:


Looking for organizational experience and funding opportunities?

So far, bi-, tri- and multilateral programs have taken place at the Buchenwald Memorial with the following partners:


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