Jewish Copenhagen & Dragør Rescue Route Tour

Discover Denmark’s most inspiring WWII stories about the rescue of the Danish Jews

Experience Jewish Copenhagen on an exclusive 5.5-hour journey through history and heroism. Begin with a privately guided walking tour led by a knowledgeable local Jewish expert.

Visit the elegant 1833 Copenhagen Synagogue, the heart of Jewish life in Denmark.
Explore the Danish Jewish Museum, Libeskind’s Mitzvah, highlighting WWII rescue efforts.
Travel by private limousine or van to the idyllic fishing village of Dragør.
Learn how local fishermen helped more than 95% of Danish Jews escape to Sweden in 1943.

Hear personal stories of courage told where the rescue operation once unfolded.
An unforgettable experience honoring resilience, compassion, and Denmark’s moral bravery.

 

Step into history and follow the escape route that saved Denmark’s Jews in October 1943

Experience one of Denmark’s most extraordinary stories on an exclusive 5.5-hour tour that weaves together Jewish history, architectural heritage, and the heroic rescue operation of 1943. This curated experience combines a deeply engaging 3-hour walking tour in Copenhagen with a serene, privately chauffeured visit to the historic fishing village of Dragør.

Led by a Local Jewish Expert
Your journey is guided by a knowledgeable Jewish expert who brings centuries of history to life—from the first Jewish families invited by King Christian IV in 1622 to the vibrant, resilient community that thrives today. Through personal stories and historical insight, you will gain a profound understanding of Jewish life in Denmark.

The Great Synagogue of Copenhagen: A Symbol of Continuity
Step inside the elegant Copenhagen Synagogue, completed in 1833 and long regarded as the spiritual heart of Danish Jewry. Its distinctive architecture and warm ambiance reflect both the endurance and cultural richness of one of Europe’s oldest Jewish communities.

Visit to The Danish Jewish Museum: Architecture with Meaning
Continue to the Danish Jewish Museum, designed by world-renowned architect Daniel Libeskind and named Mitzvah. Its striking interior and thoughtful exhibitions illuminate Jewish life in Denmark, with a special focus on the remarkable WWII rescue that protected more than 95% of Danish Jews from Nazi persecution.

Dragør Fishing Village: Where Ordinary People Became Heroes
After your museum visit, a private limousine or luxury van will take you along the coastline to Dragør, a picturesque 18th-century fishing village. Here, in October 1943, local fishermen risked everything to ferry Jewish families across the Øresund to safety in Sweden. Walking through Dragør’s charming harbor and narrow lanes, your guide will share emotional first-hand accounts of bravery, solidarity, and survival—stories rooted in the very place where they unfolded.

A Living Legacy of Compassion and Courage
This exceptional tour is perfect for travelers seeking a meaningful connection to Jewish heritage and an intimate understanding of Denmark’s wartime heroism. Step into history, honor the acts of ordinary people who chose extraordinary courage, and carry with you the lasting imprint of Denmark’s most inspiring rescue story.

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