Vienna in the Third Reich

Not everything in Vienna is beautiful. One thing that is not beautiful is the city’s initial fascination with Adolf Hitler.

Adolf Hitler was an  aspiring Austrian artist who came to Vienna as a young man trying to be accepted at the Academy of Fine Arts. Though not without talent, he was still declined.

Angry and fed up with Vienna, Hitler left for Germany where he started his political career. Many Austrians (about 65%) were longing to be united with the new economic superpower of Germany.

In March 1938 Hitler marched into Austria and annexed Austria, making it the Eastern Mark of the Third Reich.

Initially people greeted the Fuehrer like a pop star. Then later on many lost their enthusiasm . . but it was too late.

This tour will visit important places relevant to Hitler’s life in Vienna.

There will be an honest discussion about national socialism, Austrias initial fascination for the Fuehrer, the Holocaust and Austria’s dealing with its shameful past.

Join me on this very informative tour!

Languages

German: fluent
French: fluent
English: fluent

  • DURATION

    4 hours

  • MEETING AND END POINT

    Meeting location: in front of Cafe Prückel, Stubenring

    End location: Albertina Square, State Opera

  • TRANSPORTATION

    Walking and cab

  • ITINERARY

    Dr. Karl Lueger Statue
    Hotel Imperial
    Academy of Fine Arts
    Heroes Square
    The Chancellary
    St. Stephans Cathedral (optional)
    Jewish Square
    Former Gestapo Headquarter
    Albertina Square – Hrdlicka Monument

  • TOUR PRICE

    280 EUROS

  • LOCAL CASH NEEDED

    30 EURO – cab fares

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Ratings from previous Guests

Our tour was absolutely excellent, full of varied and interesting information that was carefully selected and prepared. The four hour tour remained stimulating and interesting and was a real highlight of our stay in Vienna. I was taking the tour with my 82 year old mother and Suzanne was thoughtful and considerate making everything as easy for her as possible. I would have no hesitation in recommending Suzanne to anyone wishing to learn about history and art in Vienna.

Not only was the tour wonderful it was especially helpful to have Susanne as a private guide in the museum. She gave us much more understanding of the art, the period and the connections between periods. Susanne was delightful and even gave us some help with a medical problem one of us had. Highest recommendation

Susanne was a wonderful guide to Vienna. She was extremely knowledgeable about art and history (our particular interests), energetic, attentive, helpful and warm. We are very happy she was our guide to this beautiful city!

Jewish history of Vienna is a very delicate topic that many tour guides try to avoid. Susanne does a wonderful job in highlighting this important part of Vienna’s past! She was very knowledgeable and thoughtful. I was visiting Vienna with my young daughter and my goal was to share the history of the city with her while highlighting the impact the Jewish community has made on it over many centuries. Susanne was able to accomplish this goal with excellence. We are very grateful for such wonderful experience

Susan is very positive and has good understanding to The need and interest I have on my visit to Vienna . She is one of the best I can recommend to my friends who Will visit Vienna .

Susanne, our tour guide around Vienna was superb. She was very well informed and delivered an insight in to the history; culture and fascinating sights in a truly professional manner. She was very personable and a delight to be with. We would highly recommend her as your tour guide.

Susanne’s knowledge of the subject matters was excellent and the diversity of the tour (museum, market, highlights along the way) was appreciated. She provided us with follow up material to read or watch on the subject matters we were interested in and we really appreciate her attention to details and our wishes. Of yes, she is very personable and considerate as we ranged in ages from 58 to 80. Highly recommend her!!

Our tours were outstanding with Susanne. She is knowledgeable about history, art, Jewish Heritage etc. It was a real learning experience and Susanne was delightful to be with. We are so pleased and will recommend Toursbylocals and Susanne to friends.

If there would have been a six star rating, Susanne would have deserved it all the way ! She is this very special guide who walks the extra mile with pleasure, like: sending beforehand a whole list of links and ideas (movies, music, Youtube interviews, books, …) so one can prepare for the tour properly/extensively; adding extra hidden gem ideas to improve even thisbr brave tour; informing if her guests returned safely home… She actively involved the youngsters in the tour. She is most recommendable !

BEST DAY of our trip! It started with a scenic drive outside of the city on our way to the picturesque Wachau Valley. After an apricot danish in the town of Krems we saw several other quaint towns, and miles of miles of vineyards on our way to our lunchtime cruise down the Danube River and then ended up in the town of Melk and a tour of the Melk Abbey. Susanne planned a simply perfect day – one we won’t forget for quite some time! This was a 10 star tour!