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Death is as unavoidable as taxes, and just as unpleasant to think about. It’s a grim reality that awaits every living being—humans, animals, and even most plants. While we often push thoughts of the end to the back of our minds, occasional reminders surface: a comet on a collision course with Earth, the threat of nuclear devastation forcing us underground, or a zombie apocalypse turning humanity into mindless creatures.
Certain individuals are prepared for such catastrophic events; they’re known as doomsday preppers. When chaos ensues, they’ll be the ones everyone turns to. Contrary to popular belief, not all preppers are reclusive or socially awkward. Some simply possess the means to plan for the worst-case scenario.
Below are ten extravagant billionaire doomsday bunkers that remain off-limits to the rest of us.
10. The Oppidum
Nestled within dense forests and protected by towering fortress-like walls, this sprawling 323,000-square-foot (30,000-square-meter) estate offers unparalleled safety. Located deep in the Czech Republic's mountainous countryside, The Oppidum stands as a remarkable sanctuary.
This luxurious retreat features an underground garden with artificial lighting, a spa, a swimming pool, a cinema, a library, and various recreational facilities, ensuring endless entertainment. The living area spans an impressive 77,500 square feet (7,200 square meters). Access to the compound is restricted to a single underground tunnel secured by a blast door that can be sealed within minutes. For those considering unauthorized entry, be warned: the site is guarded by 24/7 military-grade security armed with heavy weaponry.
While space at The Oppidum is limited, the company also provides cutting-edge bunkers and structures that can be delivered directly to your location, perfect for keeping prying neighbors at bay.
9. Trident Lakes
If you dream of playing a round of golf while the world descends into chaos, Trident Lakes is your ultimate destination. This unique sports and survivalist hub offers everything you need to thrive during an apocalypse without sacrificing your hobbies.
Located in Ector, Texas, just an hour’s drive from Dallas, this resort-style property is designed for those who want to survive the end of the world without losing their golf handicap. The complex includes a hotel, a golf course, polo fields, and approximately 600 condominium-style residences, all overlooking scenic water views.
The resort doesn’t compromise on essential features, such as underground bunkers, armed guards, and fortified walls to keep intruders at bay. Additionally, for those concerned about preserving their legacy, a DNA vault is available to store the very essence of your existence.
8. Europa One
If you’re a billionaire considering Europa One as your safe haven, think again. Like the rest of us, you’re not on the guest list. Europa One operates strictly by invitation, and all invitations have already been sent out.
Europa One is hailed as the world’s largest and most secure underground survival bunker, as well as one of the most luxurious. Constructed within a former Soviet Cold War bunker in Rothenstein, Germany, this shelter is engineered to endure nuclear explosions, biological and chemical threats, earthquakes, and even aircraft impacts.
Individual units were available for purchase at a modest $5 million each. Once construction was complete, owners could customize their private spaces to meet their exact preferences.
7. The Survival Condo
Nestled in the heart of Kansas, surrounded by verdant landscapes, you might encounter a cutting-edge security bunker disguised as a rolling hill, equipped with defenses comparable to those of the Pentagon.
This discreet bunker is housed within a repurposed Atlas Missile Silo from the 1960s. Designed to withstand nuclear missile launches, these silos were originally built to protect the U.S. nuclear arsenal behind massive 8-ton (7.25-metric-ton) steel doors.
The upper levels of the bunker house shared amenities, including a pet park, arcade, swimming pool, and climbing wall. Below these are the mechanical, medical, security, and hydroponics floors, followed by private living quarters. The lowest level features a cinema and a bar, perfect for residents seeking a retreat.
6. The Underground House
If your style leans toward artificial trees, fake rocks, and wall murals depicting wildlife and landscapes—but underground—then The Underground House is perfect for you.
Constructed during the Cold War era, this 15,000-square-foot (1,394-square-meter) home in Las Vegas, Nevada, boasts adjustable lighting to mimic a post-apocalyptic world, a starry ceiling, a dancefloor (because it’s Vegas, after all), two hot tubs, a sauna, a bar, and even a barbecue. Clearly designed by someone who intended to celebrate life’s final moments in style.
This iconic property, celebrated by Imagine Dragons and Juno Calypso and featured in a Netflix special, can be yours for a modest $18 million—if you act fast.
5. Shrublands Road
Situated in the picturesque town of Mistley, Essex, in the UK, Shrublands Road was originally a Cold War nuclear bunker designed to serve as a bomb-resistant communications center in the event of an attack on the tranquil town.
This 10,000-square-foot (929-square-meter) property, reinforced with steel to protect its occupants, has recently been completely renovated. Initially used as a museum, the bunker was later converted into three upscale apartments and sold to private buyers.
The bunkers were priced at a modest £1.4 million, making them accessible to those aspiring to billionaire-level security. However, they lack the extravagant amenities of high-end bunkers, such as climbing walls or golf courses. Instead, they’ve been redesigned into three modern homes—two with three bedrooms and one with four bedrooms—featuring contemporary kitchens and Italian-marble bathrooms, all accessed through a shared atrium.
4. The Safe House
This industrial-style cube, located in Warsaw, Poland, may not survive a bomb blast or nuclear fallout, but it will effectively keep intruders—living or undead—out of your living space. Designed by architect Robert Konieczny, it’s hailed as the world’s first zombie-proof home, offering a sturdy, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solution for those plagued by the fear of the undead.
The house boasts sliding exterior walls, aluminum roll gates, and a retractable drawbridge leading to a rooftop terrace above the pool. Every element, from the walls and windows to the bridge and fence, can be operated electronically. Adding solar panels would make this innovative design even more sustainable.
3. The Aristocrat
For those without billions to spare, Rising S Bunkers offers a variety of survival shelters, ranging from a basic $49,000 model to a nearly $10 million flagship complex known as The Aristocrat (installation and delivery costs excluded).
The Aristocrat includes sleeping quarters for 50 people, advanced air filtration systems, workshops, freezers, a gym, saunas, pools, and even a bowling alley. Additional features include a gun range and a motorized cave exit, allowing you to come and go with Batman-like flair.
Given that this option is ideal for a small community or an extended family, you might consider pooling resources with others to share the cost.
2. Space
The competition for space dominance is intensifying, with new contenders like SpaceX and Blue Origin vying for control of the skies. Billionaires are investing heavily in survival strategies, making space seem even more inaccessible to the average person.
What if Earth becomes uninhabitable? No problem. Elon Musk aims to colonize Mars, while Jeff Bezos is working to make space travel a reality for the ultra-wealthy. In theory, space offers the ultimate escape—no nuclear fallout, no zombie outbreaks, and no geopolitical threats from nations like North Korea.
While Elon Musk has optimistically suggested that a ticket to Mars could cost between $100,000 and $500,000, the current reality is far more exclusive, with prices reaching into the millions or even billions of dollars.
1. Dogen City
Currently in the conceptual stage, Dogen City—a project by N-Ark—draws inspiration from the biblical Noah’s Ark, blending it with the financial prowess of billionaires and a dash of visionary engineering.
Designed to accommodate up to 40,000 residents, this floating, self-sustaining haven aims to protect against rising sea levels caused by global warming or even zombie invasions (assuming zombies can’t swim). Future inhabitants can enjoy a 2.4-mile jogging track along the outer ring, access healthcare at the underwater medical facility, and bask in the beauty of the sun and sea.
N-Ark plans to launch Dogen City by 2030, providing ample time to complete the project before the polar ice caps fully melt.
