Stutthof Concentration Camp
Visit Stutthof Concentration Camp, an early WWII Nazi camp. It's a somber reminder of humanity's darkest period. Witness the atrocities, remember the resilience of the human spirit, and vow to never forget history's lessons.
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About Stutthof Concentration Camp
Stutthof Concentration Camp holds an important place in World War II history and Holocaust remembrance. As one of the earliest concentration camps established by the Nazi regime, Stutthof offers insight into the early development of the camp system and its history, making it a significant destination when exploring Poland’s wartime past.
Did you know?
Stutthof was the first Nazi concentration camp established outside Germany, operating from 1939 to 1945.
An estimated 110,000–115,000 people were held at Stutthof and its satellite camps during its operation, and roughly 65,000 of them lost their lives as a result of brutal conditions.
The camp’s infamous Death Gate was the main entrance through which prisoners were brought into Stutthof.
You'll see a massive pile of prisoners’ shoes displayed near the entrance exhibition huts, symbolizing the scale of loss.
The brick gas chamber and adjacent crematorium at Stutthof remain part of the preserved site, where you can see the structure as it stands today and the nearby ovens that were used during the camp’s operation.
Why visit Stutthof Concentration Camp?
Plan your visit
Death Gate (Main Entrance)
The Death Gate is the historic brick gatehouse and the only official entrance to the Stutthof Memorial. It is located at the front of the site, adjacent to the visitor center and parking lot, just off the main road in Sztutowo village. The entrance is step-free and generally accessible for wheelchair users, with level paths leading into the camp grounds. Accessible restrooms are available on-site. Please note that the entrance is also the exit point for all visitors.
Toilets
Toilets are available on-site, including accessible restrooms for visitors with disabilities.
Paid parking
Paid parking is available near the entrance for a small fee (approx. 6 PLN, cash only).
Information desk
An information desk is located in the visitor center for assistance, film tickets, and general inquiries.
Wheelchair accessible
The grounds are generally level and wheelchair accessible, including accessible restrooms. Some historic buildings may have limited access due to original architecture.
Service animals allowed
Service animals are welcome to assist visitors with disabilities.
Photography
Photography is permitted throughout the memorial and museum, but visitors are asked to be respectful, especially in sensitive areas such as the gas chamber and crematorium. Flash photography may be discouraged in certain exhibition huts.
Outside food and drinks
There are no on-site dining outlets or cafes. You may bring their own water and snacks, but please consume food and drinks only in designated outdoor areas and not inside exhibition buildings.
Pets
Pets are not allowed on the memorial grounds, with the exception of service animals.
Service animals
Service animals are permitted for visitors with disabilities.
Children under the age of 12
Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The site contains graphic and distressing content that may not be suitable for young children.
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