German Underground Hospital — Attraction in St Andrew

The German Underground Hospital in Guernsey offers a fascinating glimpse into the island's wartime history, particularly during the German occupation of the Channel Islands in World War II. Built between 1941 and 1944, the hospital was originally constructed by forced labor from the local population and prisoners of war. The structure is impressive, consisting of over 70 rooms carved out of solid granite beneath the island's surface, and it was intended to serve as a military hospital in case of an Allied invasion.

Visiting the site today, you can walk through its eerie, dimly lit corridors and rooms, which are still in remarkably good condition. The hospital is largely intact, with preserved elements such as ventilation shafts, operating tables, and even a few original medical supplies. It offers a tangible sense of the harsh conditions the workers endured, with narrow passageways and low ceilings, illustrating the contrast between the building’s intended purpose as a place of care and its actual role as a defensive military installation.

The museum, which now occupies the site, provides informative displays on the hospital's construction, its role during the occupation, and life in Guernsey under German rule. It also touches on the broader history of the Channel Islands during World War II, offering insight into the psychological and social impacts of the occupation.

While the hospital’s somber atmosphere might not be for everyone, it is an essential stop for history buffs or those interested in the local impact of wartime events. The site is well-preserved and offers a moving,...

Returned here for our third visit over 3 decades, still such a powerful experience, really appreciated the more recent additions of stories of wartime life on the island and the fate of imported workers and islanders alike, as well as the forms of resistance that took place, these displays are an excellent addition.

We've been before so we knew to wrap up warm, it is cold and damp!

We must thank the lovely lady at the entrance who kindly allowed us in for free when she gleaned that we were on Guernsey celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary, having honeymooned on the island 30 years ago, it was a lovely gesture, thank...

Interesting museum to visit whilst on the island. It is vast inside and you can still see the grain of wood imprints above your head in the concrete above your head as you walk through the tunnels. It is cool in there so if you feel the cold take a cardigan or coat. It really was nice and cool compared to the heat outside though.

Interesting displays of aerial photos of sites around Guernsey during and after the War and ‘On British Soil’ which provides detail about people involved with ‘GUNS’ and resistance movements. No toilets inside, but portaloo outside. Parking...