Criminal Kazimierz A Dark Walking Tour of Krakow's Jewish Quarter
Embark on a spine-chilling journey through Kazimierz, Krakow’s mysterious district, where dark tales of brutal crimes and dangerous figures from the 20th century still haunt the streets. Discover the eerie locations where infamous murderers like Karol Kot, the "Vampire of Krakow," and WWII soldier Franz Tham committed their heinous acts. Walk through Szeroka Street, where Kot’s brutal murders in the 1960s targeted women and children, and visit Józefa Street, the site of his most notorious killings. Explore Kazimierz’s criminal history, the impact of these figures on the area, and the development of criminology in Krakow. Visit Wąska Street, where Tham evaded capture after committing brutal crimes during WWII. Reflect on the psychological motives behind these heinous acts at St. Catherine’s Church, then end at Nowy Square, contemplating the lasting impact of these chilling events and the shadow they cast on Krakow’s history.
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Criminal Kazimierz A Dark Walking Tour of Krakow's Jewish Quarter
What's included in Criminal Kazimierz A Dark Walking Tour of Krakow's Jewish Quarter
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Krakow
Szeroka Street - Karol Kot "The Vampire of Kraków" Walk through Szeroka Street, where Karol Kot the "Vampire of Kraków " committed his murders in the 1960s targeting women and children Kazimierz Walk - The Role of Psychopathic Crimes Learn about Kazimierz's history with crime, the impact of these criminals, and the development of criminology in Kraków Józefa Street - Karol Kot's Crimes Explore Józefa Street, where Kot carried out his most notorious killings, leading to his arrest and execution in 1968 Wąska Street - Franz Tham, The German Psychopath Visit Wąska Street, where German murderer Franz Tham committed brutal crimes during WWII, evading capture for a long time St. Catherine’s Church - Psychological Aspects of Crime At St. Catherine’s Church, discusses the psychological motives behind the crimes of Kot and Tham, exploring their brutal actions and past influences Nowy Square End the tour at Nowy Square, reflecting on the lasting impact of these crimes in the heart of Kraków
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Your guide will be waiting at 24 Szeroka Street, in front of the Old Synagogue with a sign "excursions.city"
