German Underground Hospital and Bunker

With a height of 75,000 feet, the German Underground Hospital and Bunker is the tallest WWII building in the Channel Islands and is one of the most beautiful historical sites in Guernsey. Except for the massive concrete entryway, the maze of tunnels beneath ground level would be utterly undiscovered. This underground complex was originally constructed as a shelter for a machine gun business, not as a hospital. The choice and transformation of making the tunnels into the Underground Hospital didn't happen until 1944. This is an interesting destination to see when in Guernsey, but even on a hot summer day, the tunnels are freezing, so bring some warm clothing.

Guernsey's history is fascinating, and if you plan on seeing many of the sites, you might as well invest in a Discovery pass. This is an annual pass that allows you to visit Castle Cornet, the Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery, Fort Grey, and the German Naval Signals Headquarters at any time throughout the year. On your vacation to Guernsey, make sure to stop by the German Underground Hospital. Here you may learn about Guernsey's German occupation and examine some of the ancient equipment that was utilized here during the war.