HISTORY&CARE - Peenemünde

Name: HISTORY&CARE - Peenemünde
Start: 2025-06-16
End: 2025-06-27
Location: Peenemünde, Germany

Germany Archaeology Archaeology Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

💼 What the programme involves

During World War II, nine above-ground bunker facilities were built to temporarily store V2 rockets. Volunteers will help preserve the remaining bunker structures by cutting grass, clearing pathways, and making the remnants more visible to the community. These bunkers and their history give Peenemünde its unique character. By contributing to this project, volunteers help to preserve an important part of German history so that it is not forgotten. The Historical-Technical Museum will provide tools, work gloves, and bicycles for commuting to the worksite.

🏠 Accommodation on site

Volunteers will stay in cozy vintage trailers on the grounds of a youth hostel. Pillows, blankets, and mattresses will be provided. There will be freshly cooked, delicious meals, including vegetarian options for dinner and sandwiches for breakfast and lunch.

📍 About the location

Location: The town of Peenemünde, with around 400 inhabitants and surrounded by untouched nature, has a rich and eventful history. It is located in the northern part of the island of Usedom and is best known for the first successful rocket launch into space. During the Nazi era, Peenemünde was home to Europe's largest research center, where "secret weapons" such as the V2 rocket were developed. Leisure: Excursions are possible, such as visits to the beach right on site or in the nearby town of Karlshagen, as well as a short trip to ÅwinoujÅcie in Poland. Bicycles are available.

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