Never completed, the purpose of the facility shrouded in legend. Only over twenty years ago did the mystery surrounding the unknown factory gradually begin to unravel. On-site and archival research, along with conversations with the last surviving witnesses, unearthed pieces of the puzzle. These fragments allowed for the reconstruction of the planned operation and the events of those days. This guided tour conveys the insights gained about the camouflaged fuel production plant from the end of World War II, explaining the background and context. Its preserved state is of rare value.
Join Torsten Töpler and Dr. Peter Knüvener on Friday, July 10th at 4:00 PM for the excursion "The Secret of the Unknown Factory: The 1944 Mineral Oil Security Plan and its Impact on the Zittau Region, Using a Planned Fuel Production Plant as an Example." The meeting point is Engemann Butcher Shop in Hirschfelde/Rosenthal. Participation in the excursions is at your own risk. Please wear sturdy shoes and note that there are no restrooms available on excursions.
The fee is €10 / €5 (reduced rate) and will be collected on site.
Please register at least two days in advance by emailing museum@zittau.de or calling +49 3583 554790, providing your phone number so we can call you back. Places are limited.
This excursion is part of the exhibition project "State Secret! The Zittwerke: An Armaments Company under National Socialism."
