Die Grazer Märchenbahn Die Grazer Märchenbahn No Data

Description


A small railway that heads into the rock of the Schloßberg and along the way recounts fairy stories (all in German). The railway follows some of the passageways and tunnels that were dug out of the rock to create air-raid shelters for the citizens of Graz during WWII.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.073327; Longitude: 15.436981
What3Words: thrilled.drive.model

Photos


Photo ID: 021944 Photo ID: 021968 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.grazermaerchenbahn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Graz Museum Graz Museum No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the city from it's first mentions in the 12th century through until it being the European Capital of Culture in 2003. Along the way it compares the city to other major Austrian cities to ask why Graz has developed in the way it has and why it no longer has an impressive fortress.

Charge


Charge, discount on joint ticket available with Graz 3 day tourist ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 47.072625; Longitude: 15.436462
What3Words: respects.indirect.bronze

Photos


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Web Link


www.grazmuseum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Murinsel Murinsel No Data

Description


A small island in the middle of the Mur river has been built up into a café and staggered bridge that create a focal point on the water. You can walk across from either bank and take in the views from the centre of a fast mountain river.

Charge


Free to walk across the bridge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.073162; Longitude: 15.434558
What3Words: treating.paraded.breed

Photos


Photo ID: 021956 Photo ID: 021969 Photo ID: 021970 Photo ID: 021971 Photo ID: 021974 Photo ID: 021977 Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßberg Schloßberg No Data

Description


The dominant feature of the city, towering over the centre and with the remains of the city fortress on the top. From the top of the Schloßberg the views over the city are excellent

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 47.075273; Longitude: 15.436991
What3Words: skews.rope.shopper

Photos


Photo ID: 021948 Photo ID: 021949 Photo ID: 021954 Photo ID: 021958 Photo ID: 021961 Photo ID: 021964 Photo ID: 021966

Web Link


www.holding-graz.at/freizeit/schlossberg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßberg: Uhrturm Schloßberg: Uhrturm No Data

Description


The symbol of the city this giant clock sits on the Southern end of the Schloßberg and is visible from much of the city

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 47.073545; Longitude: 15.437717
What3Words: trailer.class.large

Photos


Photo ID: 021950 Photo ID: 021951 Photo ID: 021952 Photo ID: 021953 Photo ID: 021985 Photo ID: 021993 Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.holding-graz.at/freizeit/schlossberg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßbergbahn Schloßbergbahn No Data

Description


A funicular railway rising up from near the river to the top of the Schloßberg area

Charge


Charge, included in Graz 3 day tourist ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 47.074887; Longitude: 15.43503
What3Words: takeover.shams.sweeper

Photos


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Web Link


www.holding-graz.at/freizeit/schlossberg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßberglift Schloßberglift No Data

Description


Carved into the cliff itself the lift rises from Schloßbergplatz to just above the Uhrturm in a matter of seconds. The glass roof of the lifts mean you can watch the light approach as you shoot up inside the rock.

Charge


Charge for both ascent and descent

Getting There


Latitude: 47.073918; Longitude: 15.437602
What3Words: branch.dairies.includes

Photos


Photo ID: 021945 Photo ID: 021946 Photo ID: 021994 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.holding-graz.at/freizeit/schlossberg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Universalmuseum Joanneum: Naturkundemuseum Universalmuseum Joanneum: Naturkundemuseum No Data

Description


The city's natural history museum that tells the geological and zoological history of the region, including an impressive geology collection. Special exhibitions expand on the themes.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Universalmuseum sites available. Discount on joint ticket available with Graz 3 day tourist ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 47.068626; Longitude: 15.438157
What3Words: unusually.giggles.climate

Photos


Photo ID: 022013 Photo ID: 022015 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.museum-joanneum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Universalmuseum Joanneum: Neue Galerie Graz Universalmuseum Joanneum: Neue Galerie Graz No Data

Description


The city's art gallery showing key items from the collection

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Universalmuseum sites available. Discount on joint ticket available with Graz 3 day tourist ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 47.068455; Longitude: 15.437554
What3Words: totals.ranks.cursing

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-joanneum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Universalmuseum Joanneum: Schloß Eggenberg Universalmuseum Joanneum: Schloß Eggenberg No Data

Description


The palace is located on the edge of the city in spacious grounds. The main palace building houses a number of exhibitions and museums (all closed in late February). The grounds are open year round and offer a lovely space to have a walk round - including taking in the peacocks, which on a cold snowy Sunday in February did not look like happy creatures!

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Universalmuseum sites available. Discount on joint ticket available with Graz 3 day tourist ticket

Getting There

From the centre of town Tram 1 runs regularly to Schloß Eggenberg tramstop, taking about 10 minutes from the Hauptplatz.
Latitude: 47.073947; Longitude: 15.391303
What3Words: larger.friend.clinked

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-joanneum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/02/2018), and on time of last update (18/03/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


The city's Cathedral, in places resembling more of a palace than a place of worship (though for many centuries the city was ruled by Prince Archbishops).

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 47.797812; Longitude: 13.046876
What3Words: mugs.curable.prickly

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzburger-dom.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Festung Hohensalzburg Festung Hohensalzburg No Data

Description


The fortress dominates the city looming down over the city centre. Today you can visit most parts of the complex including one of the main towers for stunning views over the city, as well as the state rooms. A museum dedicated to Marionettes is also located in the castle complex and is included in the entrance fee. When the museums have closed for the evening you can still look round the courtyards of the castle for either the cost of a ride on the funicular, or a hefty hike up the hill.

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.795019; Longitude: 13.047847
What3Words: custard.roaring.rooftop

Photos


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Web Link


www.festung-salzburg.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Festungsbahn Festungsbahn No Data

Description


The funicular railway links the centre of the old town with the fortress. It's the only way to reach the fortress without slogging up the steep roads. The views from the train as it climbs the hill are stunning, particularly of the Dom that it rises just behind

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.79644; Longitude: 13.046087
What3Words: melons.fake.spooked

Photos


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Web Link


www.festungsbahn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Franziskanerkirche Franziskanerkirche No Data

Description


Located across the road from the Abbey complex the Franciscan church is much more subdued that the brasher churches that surround it, however this makes it much quieter and a more relaxing place to visit

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 47.798209; Longitude: 13.043802
What3Words: deform.fool.revision

Photos


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Web Link


www.franziskaner.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kollegienkirche Kollegienkirche No Data

Description


As over the top as only a Baroque church can be, the Collegiate church at the rear of the university campus, at the time of visiting, had only recently been restored to how it would have looked when it first opened. The brilliant white walls and excesses of plasterwork make quite a sight for the eyes

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 47.799117; Longitude: 13.043212
What3Words: penned.divider.crest

Photos


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Web Link


www.kollegienkirche.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mönchsberg-Aufzug Mönchsberg-Aufzug No Data

Description


Three lifts whisk you up the inside of the city centre mountain to the modern art museum at the top, and stunning views over the city and surrounding countryside

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.800862; Longitude: 13.038824
What3Words: combines.camps.pictured

Photos


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Web Link


www.moenchsbergaufzug.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum der moderne: Mönchsberg Museum der moderne: Mönchsberg No Data

Description


Part of the modern art museum of Salzburg, housing a changing collection of 20th and 21st century art

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.800883; Longitude: 13.038293
What3Words: noting.supposed.misfits

Photos


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Web Link


www.museumdermoderne.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Panorama Museum Panorama Museum No Data

Description


The museum is home to a large panoramic painting of Salzburg made in the 19th Century which toured many parts of Western Europe before coming back to the city. After many different homes, damage from both botched restorations and the war and several years spent in storage in the fortress, the painting is now in a permanent home in the former central post office, now part of the Salzburg museum. There is some background information on the painting, as well as a small gallery of other images created by the artist.

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.79827; Longitude: 13.047579
What3Words: twinge.colleague.miracle

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzburgmuseum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Panorama Tour: Salt Mines and Mountains Panorama Tour: Salt Mines and Mountains No Data

Description


A four hour tour that departs from the city and heads over the border into the Berchtesgaden area of Bavaria to visit a salt mine (I went on the tour on Good Friday, consequently the salt mine near Berchtesgaden was closed so instead we visited the Hallein Salt Mine in Bad Dürrenberg on the Austrian side of the border). The tour includes a stunning ride up over the mountains and a brief stop at the Obersalzburg, the area that housed Hitler's 2nd headquarters during much of the war, before ending with about 30 minutes to explore the town of Berchtesgaden before heading back to Salzburg along the river. The drive acts as guide and gives a running commentary for much of the tour

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.806121; Longitude: 13.042904
What3Words: arrived.cake.jacket

Photos


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Web Link


www.panoramatours.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzburg Museum Salzburg Museum No Data

Description


The museum, housed in the New Residence, tells the history of the city and it's Prince Archbishops. There are also spaces for regularly changing temporary exhibitions

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.798313; Longitude: 13.047917
What3Words: origin.ripples.skins

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzburgmuseum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzburger Festspiele Salzburger Festspiele No Data

Description


Originally built as a Spanish riding school, with a viewing gallery carved into the side of the cliffs, since the 1920's this has been home to the Salzburg Festival. There are daily tours that take you behind the scenes of the two major stages (the modern Mozart Haus and the original rock theatre)

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.798475; Longitude: 13.041764
What3Words: country.oils.smug

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzburgerfestspiele.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzburgschifffahrt Salzburgschifffahrt No Data

Description


Regular 40 minute tours up the Salzach river to a landing stage near Hellbrunn and then back down into town. Pre recorded German and English commentary is supplemented by the captain as you are told about the sights, and the impressive boat you are travelling on that can travel against what is a fast flowing mountain river.

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.801672; Longitude: 13.041587
What3Words: nappy.dreaming.orders

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzburgschifffahrt.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Hellbrunn Schloß Hellbrunn No Data

Description


Built as a summer palace for relaxation and play by the then Prince Archbishop Markus Sittikus it included a number of trick fountains designed to amuse and entertain (and soak) the archbishops visitors. There is a 25 minute tour of the trick fountains, during which you are guaranteed to at least get splashed, after which you can tour the palace building itself. There is also a small folk art museum located in a small hillside lodge up from the gardens.

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There

From the centre of town take bus 25 to the bus stop Schloß Hellbrunn, it's then a short, very obvious walk, down to the palace
Latitude: 47.762262; Longitude: 13.060663
What3Words: plots.script.aviation

Photos


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Web Link


www.hellbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Peter: Stiffskirche St Peter: Stiffskirche No Data

Description


The Abbey Church, inside it oozes money with a veritable gallery of artwork on the walls and gold leaf on almost every statue.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 47.797071; Longitude: 13.044403
What3Words: mess.ordering.tenders

Photos


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Web Link


www.stift-stpeter.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Peters: Friedhof St Peters: Friedhof No Data

Description


The cemetery of St Peters has a large number of ornate graves and is a beautiful point of tranquillity away from the bustle of the city centre (when there isn't a tour group passing through)

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 47.796743; Longitude: 13.045299
What3Words: himself.warping.retained

Photos


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Web Link


www.stift-stpeter.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Peters: Katakombes St Peters: Katakombes No Data

Description


Hewn out of the rock face that looks down on the Abbey of St Peters the Catacombs are an eerie place. There isn't very much to see as no bodies are stored in them, however the main reason for visiting is just the enormity of the work that must have taken place to create these caves, and the stunning views over the town centre from the top cave

Charge


Charge, Free with a Salzburg Card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.796544; Longitude: 13.04473
What3Words: robots.speaks.noodle

Photos


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Web Link


www.stift-stpeter.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzbergwerk Dürrnberg (Hallein Salt Mine) Salzbergwerk Dürrnberg (Hallein Salt Mine) No Data

Description


One of many salt mines in the region, this one closed for commercial production in 1989 but has been a tourist attraction for many years prior to that. After donning protective overalls you are taken into the mine on a rail carriage along the old mine tracks deep into the side of the mountain. From there the tour continues via a number of audio/video presentations, two wooden slides that you use to move down levels, a boat ride across a salt water lake and finally, what no good mine should be without, an escalator back up to the train.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Salzburg take the S3 train to Hallein (hourly, 25 minutes) change there to the number 41 bus to Bad Dürrnberg Salzbergwerk (hourly, 10 minutes).
Latitude: 47.667253; Longitude: 13.089974
What3Words: roosts.rocker.hamper

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzwelten.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Berchtesgaden Berchtesgaden No Data

Description


A small and pretty Bavarian town located just over the border from Austria and about 25KM from Salzburg. If it hadn't been for the purchase of a nearby mountain retreat by Hitler then it's possible that Berchtesgaden wouldn't be known outside of the local area, but instead the town has now been forever linked to the Eagles Nest cliff-top retreat for not only Hitler but other senior members of the Nazi Party.

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Getting There

From Salzburg take the 840 bus to Berchtesgaden (Infrequent, 45 minutes)
Latitude: 47.633025; Longitude: 13.002115
What3Words: prefix.babysit.fogging

Photos


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Web Link


www.berchtesgadener-land.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Obersalzburg Obersalzburg No Data

Description


Originally a quiet mountain top retreat with a couple of hotels and houses it's place in history would be assured when Adolf Hitler took a liking to one of the houses which he purchased as his Bavarian retreat. By the end of the war virtually the whole area had been turned into a military fortress with the Eagles Nest at the top of the mountain acting as Hitler's 2nd headquarters. Towards the end of the war virtually everything was destroyed by allied bombing, apart from the hotel (which was returned to the family the Nazi's had seized it from in the late 30's) and the Eagles Nest itself. The whole area was cleared in the 1950's apart from the Eagles Nest which can still be visited between May and October. The views from the visitors centre over the mountains are spectacular in themselves.

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Getting There

From Salzburg take the 840 bus to Berchtesgaden (Infrequent, 45 minutes) and change onto the 838 bus to the Stop Dokumentation Obersalzberg (10 minutes)
Latitude: 47.630711; Longitude: 13.041683
What3Words: stint.electrify.prattled

Photos


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Web Link


www.obersalzberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alpenzoo Alpenzoo No Data

Description


Located part way up the Hungerburg the zoo houses a large number of predominantly alpine animals, or those from similar climates including Brown bear, Lynx and Wolves.

Charge


Charge, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There

From the Marktplatz bus W runs to the main entrance every 30 minutes taking around 10 minutes to make the journey. Alternatively the third stop on the Hungerburgbahn is specifically for the zoo
Latitude: 47.281276; Longitude: 11.398092
What3Words: brittle.stutter.grass

Photos


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Web Link


www.alpenzoo.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


The city's spectacular Cathedral including a spectacular painted ceiling and enough gilding to prove how fantastically wealthy the Hapsburgs were.

Charge


Free, Suggested Donation. Charge to take photos

Getting There


Latitude: 47.269404; Longitude: 11.39384
What3Words: tablet.sides.district

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Goldenes Dachl Goldenes Dachl No Data

Description


One of the main sights of the city is the Golden roof, an ornate balcony on a building in a prime position on the old town hall square. The museum tells a little about the history of the building and Innsbruck, as well as it's most famous resident Maximillian who helped to build the Hapsburg empire.

Charge


Charge, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.268672; Longitude: 11.393276
What3Words: attends.desk.remover

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hafelekar Hafelekar No Data

Description


The highest point that can be reached by cable car, from here it’s a short well laid path up the final couple of hundred foot ascent to the peak (though in the middle of winter still quite icy and with sheer drops best not attempted). Another small restaurant and cafe terrace offer views down onto the restaurant and ski resort at Seegrube.

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Getting There

The only access is via the cable car from Hungerburg via Seegrube
Latitude: 47.312176; Longitude: 11.383852
What3Words: wages.cares.plunger

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg Hofburg No Data

Description


The imperial palace located in the city centre. You can wander around a number of the state rooms including the hall of giants and many of the royal suites

Charge


Charge, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.268652; Longitude: 11.394583
What3Words: gift.chills.linked

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-innsbruck.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofkirche Hofkirche No Data

Description


The church houses the ornate tomb that was supposed to take Maximillian's body when he died, instead it's empty as he was buried in Weiner Neustadt. The tomb is guarded by a number of larger than life size statues of both members of his family and famous kings from history including Arthur (of Camelot fame).

Charge


Charge, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.268399; Longitude: 11.395287
What3Words: raft.finders.gift

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hungerburg Hungerburg No Data

Description


Located at the foot of the main peaks of the Nordkette, Hungerburg offers stunning views over the city and the valley and across to the Patscherkofel rising behind the city on the opposite side of the valley

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Getting There

You can get to Hungerburg either by the Hungerburgbahn, Bus J or a very stiff walk up.
Latitude: 47.286012; Longitude: 11.400003
What3Words: spark.dishing.courage

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hungerburgbahn Hungerburgbahn No Data

Description


The funicular climbs from the Congress centre by the Hofburg up into the Nordkette mountains stopping at the Alpenzoo along the way. Starting as a small tram in the centre of town the train rotates in it's own carriage as it starts its steep climb up through the mountain and up to the Hungerburg.

Charge


Charge, One free return trip with Innsbruck card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.271124; Longitude: 11.395354
What3Words: courier.mocked.section

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordkettebahn - Hafelekarbahn Nordkettebahn - Hafelekarbahn No Data

Description


The short single car cable car climbs the final 1,200 or so feet from Seegrube to the station at Hafelekar from where you are 7,400ft up. The car runs every 15 minutes, taking about 4 minutes to make the journey. At busy times it runs almost constantly but as there is only a single car and a counterweight the frequency is still only one car every 10 minutes. From the top there are several very difficult ski and snowboard runs down the mountain so the upward journey in ski season is packed, but on the way back down sightseers can get a lot more space.

Charge


Charge, One free return trip with Innsbruck card

Getting There

The only access to the Hafelekarbahn is from Seegrube by the Seegrubebahn
Latitude: 47.306586; Longitude: 11.379843
What3Words: vegans.ventures.jogging

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordkettebahn - Seegrubebahn Nordkettebahn - Seegrubebahn No Data

Description


Starting from Hungerburg this large cable car rises up to the ski slopes at Seegrube at 6,250ft. The journey takes about 5 minutes, with cable cars timetabled to run every 15 minutes, though at busy times in the ski season they run constantly doubling the frequency of ascent and descent.

Charge


Charge, One free return trip with Innsbruck card

Getting There

The Seegrubebahn takes off from the Hungerburg. This can be reached by the Hungerburgbah, bus J from the city centre or a very stiff up hill hike
Latitude: 47.286214; Longitude: 11.398987
What3Words: mimics.boarding.speeches

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Patscherkofelbahnen Patscherkofelbahnen No Data

Description


A cable car located to the South of the city that offers stunning views from it's 2000m summit over the city and the opposite Nordkette mountain range that rises up behind the city to the north. The journey is strange as there are two gondoliers on each cable so you take the lower car up to the middle station then have to swap over to the other side to pick up the upper car on up to the summit

Charge


Charge, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There

From the centre of town take bus J direct to the lower cable car station in the Igls district of Innsbruck. Buses are every 15 minutes and take around 10 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 47.229501; Longitude: 11.413819
What3Words: nano.denoting.antibiotics

Photos


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Web Link


www.patscherkofelbahnen.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Seegrube Seegrube No Data

Description


One of the main ski locations of the city, being just a 20 minute ride up the mountain from the city centre. Here a large restaurant offers a stunning location in which to enjoy a drink or a bite to eat taking in the mountain views and down into either the clouds or the valley below.

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Getting There

The only access is via the cable car from Hungerburg
Latitude: 47.30631; Longitude: 11.379461
What3Words: sang.physics.hands

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Seilbahn Museum Seilbahn Museum No Data

Description


A tiny museum located in the Nordkettebahn station at Hungerburg telling the history of the Nordkette cable cars

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 47.286085; Longitude: 11.398943
What3Words: defining.honestly.drop

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordkette.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtturm Stadtturm No Data

Description


Located in the city centre, the city tower offers excellent views over the city and across to the surrounding mountains. Access is via the 133 step double staircase which ensures you don't have to pass people coming the other way

Charge


Charge, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.268237; Longitude: 11.39344
What3Words: catch.claims.shopper

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tourist Sightseer Tourist Sightseer No Data

Description


Run by the local bus company this bus runs past the main sightseeing points in the centre of the city. Pre-recorded commentary tells you about the main sites. Includes a 15 minute photo stop at Bergisel to take in the views over the city centre

Charge


Charge - includes full days travel on all local buses and trams, Free with Innsbruck card

Getting There


Latitude: 47.267455; Longitude: 11.390719
What3Words: amber.crisps.snapper

Photos


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Web Link


www.ivb.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/01/2017), and on time of last update (14/01/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Danube Tower Danube Tower No Data

Description


Located in the Danube park on the other side of the river and canal to the city centre this communications tower also boasts a viewing platform as well as a revolving café and restaurant

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From the centre of Vienna catch the U1 to the Vienna International Centre stop (also called Kaisermühlen) and then walk into the park, past the international centre and through the housing blocks into the Danube park. The path then leads directly to the tower
Latitude: 48.240406; Longitude: 16.409216
What3Words: ended.topical.tipping

Photos


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Web Link


www.donauturm.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

DDSG Blue Danube Canal Cruise DDSG Blue Danube Canal Cruise No Data

Description


A 75 minute cruise up the Danube canal from the centre of the city to the Northern lock gate that protects the city centre from the worst that the Danube can throw at it. A commentary in German and English is given of the key sights along the way.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.212216; Longitude: 16.378022
What3Words: forks.flicked.dripped

Photos


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Web Link


www.ddsg-blue-danube.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Haus der Musik Haus der Musik No Data

Description


This was originally a museum to the Viennese Philharmonic Orchestra (which still have one floor) but is now also a museum to sound and music, with lots of hands on displays and exhibits

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.203892; Longitude: 16.373167
What3Words: trips.finishes.case

Photos


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Web Link


www.hdm.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg Hofburg No Data

Description


The winter palace of the imperial family and the dominating structure in the centre of the city. The Hofburg is a massive complex with lots of interesting buildings

Charge


Free to look around

Getting There


Latitude: 48.205479; Longitude: 16.364884
What3Words: congas.cookies.newest

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-wien.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/11/2005), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg: Imperial Apartments Hofburg: Imperial Apartments No Data

Description


The imperial apartments give a glimpse on the lifestyle that the Emperor and Empress led

Charge


Charge, Ticket also gives entry to the Imperial Silver Collection and the Sisi Museum

Getting There


Latitude: 48.207628; Longitude: 16.366139
What3Words: secondly.nimbly.firm

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-wien.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg: Imperial Silver Collection Hofburg: Imperial Silver Collection No Data

Description


The imperial silver collection displays the kitchenware's and banqueting paraphernalia that the family collected over its many centuries of rule

Charge


Charge, Ticket also gives entry to the Imperial Apartments and the Sisi Museum

Getting There


Latitude: 48.206779; Longitude: 16.365187
What3Words: mistress.mistaken.dude

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-wien.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg: Ruins Hofburg: Ruins No Data

Description


Located just behind the back entrance to the palace, these ruins show how some of the buildings were constructed in the past. There is also some evidence of Roman ruins

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 48.207866; Longitude: 16.366515
What3Words: coughed.operated.friday

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-wien.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/11/2005), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg: Schatzkammer Hofburg: Schatzkammer No Data

Description


The treasury houses many of the important works that were left to the state after the Habsburg empire ended.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.207136; Longitude: 16.364919
What3Words: turned.trades.goodbye

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-wien.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofburg: Sisi Museum Hofburg: Sisi Museum No Data

Description


Sisi (Empress Elizabeth) is a modern myth in Austria, Revered in the same way that Princess Diana is in some parts of the UK. This exhibition goes on to tell the story of the life, eccentricities and death of Sisi

Charge


Charge, Ticket also gives entry to the Imperial Silver Collection and the Imperial Apartments

Getting There


Latitude: 48.205385; Longitude: 16.364307
What3Words: sweeping.discount.harps

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofburg-wien.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jewish Museum Jewish Museum No Data

Description


Located on Jüdenplatz this museum tells the story of the 1420 expulsion of the Jews from Vienna as well as giving some background on what it means to be Jewish. The museum also houses the ruins of the original Synagogue from the 15th Century. In front of the museum is Vienna's first memorial to those who lost their lives in the death camps of World War II

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.207135; Longitude: 16.369377
What3Words: truth.rattler.estimate

Photos


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Web Link


www.jmw.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Karlskirche Karlskirche No Data

Description


One of the most impressive churches in the city. You can take the lift up into the top of the dome for an up-close view of the frescos, and the views over the city. There is also a small treasury museum housed in one of the towers.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.198241; Longitude: 16.372005
What3Words: squeaks.miracle.funny

Photos


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Web Link


www.karlskirche.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/11/2005), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Riesenrad Riesenrad No Data

Description


Possibly the most enduring image of Vienna is the Ferris Wheel in the Prater amusement park. From the top of the wheel the views are spectacular. You can even dine in one of the cabins

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.216688; Longitude: 16.395861
What3Words: dart.passion.absorbs

Photos


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Web Link


www.prater.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roman Remains Roman Remains No Data

Description


Located just below the Hoher Market, and accessed via a Café these ruins show how old the inhabitation of the city is with parts of a substantial fort visible

Charge


Charge, Free on Sundays

Getting There


Latitude: 48.210828; Longitude: 16.372472
What3Words: smirks.carpets.kipper

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Belvedere Schloß Belvedere No Data

Description


Located close to the Hauptbahnhof this is another of the Habsburgs many palaces. The site is made up of two palaces, one at the top and one at the bottom of the formal gardens. The palaces now house galleries

Charge


Charge to view exhibitions, free to walk around the grounds

Getting There


Latitude: 48.191497; Longitude: 16.380959
What3Words: terribly.shelter.loses

Photos


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Web Link


www.belvedere.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/11/2005), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Stephens Cathedral St Stephens Cathedral No Data

Description


The cathedral of the city and visible from all over the city. The cathedral itself is quite dark, but you can catch a lift to the top of the North tower for stunning views, not only of the city, but also of the amazing pattern tiled roof

Charge


Free to look around Cathedral, charge for lift

Getting There


Latitude: 48.20847; Longitude: 16.373186
What3Words: spell.joke.rankings

Photos


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Web Link


www.stephansdom.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/11/2005), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vienna Sightseeing: Blue Route Vienna Sightseeing: Blue Route No Data

Description


The Blue route is an 80 minute tour of the city that starts at the Stadpark and heads out East out of the city along the side of the Danube Canal, before heading over to the Prater and Messe areas of the city. From there it heads over the Danube itself and stops at the Danube Tower and the UN area before heading back into town. Multi-lingual pre-recorded commentary tells you about the sights as you travel round

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Vienna Sightseeing tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.206783; Longitude: 16.381947
What3Words: decays.pushing.inflict

Photos


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Web Link


www.viennasightseeing.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vienna Sightseeing: Green Route Vienna Sightseeing: Green Route No Data

Description


The Green route is a 90 minute tour of the city that starts at the Votivkirche and heads out north out of the city to the wine growing suburb of Grinzing before taking the scenic road up to the Kahlenberg from where (assuming it's not shrouded in fog as it was on the day I went) there are views over the whole of the city. From the Kahlenberg the bus returns to the city centre. Multi-lingual pre-recorded commentary tells you about the sights as you travel round

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Vienna Sightseeing tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.215129; Longitude: 16.359827
What3Words: peachy.recoup.sugars

Photos


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Web Link


www.viennasightseeing.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vienna Sightseeing: Night Tour Vienna Sightseeing: Night Tour No Data

Description


The Night tour is a 60 minute tour of the city centre that starts at Opera House. It follows a similar route to the Red day route, but it deviates off over to Prater in the West and in the South heads on a loop via the Arsenal and Schloß Belvedere. Multi-lingual pre-recorded commentary tells you about the sights as you travel round

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Vienna Sightseeing tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.20263; Longitude: 16.36908
What3Words: sizing.master.drips

Photos


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Web Link


www.viennasightseeing.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vienna Sightseeing: Red Route Vienna Sightseeing: Red Route No Data

Description


The Red route is a 60 minute tour of the city centre that starts at the Opera House and follows the route of the Ring Straße around the city centre. Multi-lingual pre-recorded commentary tells you about the sights as you travel round

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Vienna Sightseeing tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.202582; Longitude: 16.36947
What3Words: pilots.dusts.panel

Photos


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Web Link


www.viennasightseeing.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vienna Sightseeing: Ring Tram Vienna Sightseeing: Ring Tram No Data

Description


A 25 minute journey round the central ring tram line, taking in the main sites in the centre of the city including the Rathaus and Hofburg. A limited commentary gives you some information on the sights you are seeing. In reality, unless this in part of the inclusive ticket with the hop-on-hop-off bus tours this isn't worth taking as the commentary is so limited. You can do the same journey with a mixture of the number 1 and 2 trams for considerably less.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Vienna Sightseeing tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.211654; Longitude: 16.377886
What3Words: appealed.rides.ruin

Photos


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Web Link


www.viennasightseeing.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vienna Sightseeing: Yellow Route Vienna Sightseeing: Yellow Route No Data

Description


The Yellow route is a 90 minute tour that starts at the Opera House and heads out west towards Schloß Schönbrunn before returning into town via the Arsenal and Schloß Belvedere. Multi-lingual pre-recorded commentary tells you about the sights as you travel round

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Vienna Sightseeing tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.202632; Longitude: 16.369226
What3Words: delivers.upper.toenail

Photos


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Web Link


www.viennasightseeing.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Votivkirche Votivkirche No Data

Description


This large church is located on the Northern Edge of the ring, and was partly built in celebration of the Emperor of the time surviving an assassination attempt. It still is the tallest building on the Ring, though the 5m high statue on the top of the Rathaus takes the Rathaus to 4m taller if it's included. With a church so large it's naturally a massive space inside with a very high ceiling and lots of stained glass.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 48.215484; Longitude: 16.359095
What3Words: restrict.speeches.verge

Photos


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Web Link


www.votivkirche.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wien Museum Wien Museum No Data

Description


The Wien Museum tells the history of Vienna from its original days as a prehistoric settlement up to the end of the Habsburg Empire at the end of the First World War.

Charge


Charge, Free on a Sunday

Getting There


Latitude: 48.199169; Longitude: 16.373172
What3Words: bonkers.captive.cactus

Photos


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Web Link


www.wienmuseum.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bratislava: Castle Bratislava: Castle No Data

Description


Perched on the top of a hill overlooking the city this castle houses several museums to the history of Slovakia and Bratislava, as well as displays on Slovak culture and tradition

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Getting There


Latitude: 48.142186; Longitude: 17.100123
What3Words: ranking.reply.pastels

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bratislava: St Michaels Cathedral Bratislava: St Michaels Cathedral No Data

Description


Located in the city centre this is the Cathedral for the city.

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 48.145286; Longitude: 17.106813
What3Words: tarred.means.tuck

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Grinzing: Kahlenberg Grinzing: Kahlenberg No Data

Description


This is billed as one of the best places to take in views of the city, looking down on the Danube valley and the city centre. On the day I visited a thick fog had descended on the city which meant that you couldn't even see more than about 100 yards. Nearby there are lots of trails through the woods, including up to further view points and viewing platforms. At the main terrace is a Polish church on the site where the Polish Army camped overnight before the final relief of Vienna in the final Ottoman war.

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Free to take in the views (if there are any)

Getting There

You can take the hop-on-hop-off bus up to the view point, alternatively take the U4 north to the end of the line at Heiligenstadt and change there for a 38A bus that goes all the way to the view point car park, or take the 38 tram from the city centre to the end of the line at Grinzing and change there for the 38A. The 38A buses are very frequent, with at least one bus every 10 minutes, rising to one every 4-6 minutes on Sundays as the city heads to the hills. Total journey time from the city centre to the peak is around 45 minutes.
Latitude: 48.274993; Longitude: 16.336346
What3Words: hurt.bracelet.rents

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schönbrunn: Desert House Schloß Schönbrunn: Desert House No Data

Description


Located opposite the palm house, the desert house has displays on desert dwelling animals as well as plants that have adapted to survive in arid conditions

Charge


Charge, combined ticket with the Zoo and Palm House

Getting There


Latitude: 48.183557; Longitude: 16.301308
What3Words: offers.surging.readings

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Web Link


www.schoenbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schönbrunn: Imperial Appartments Schloß Schönbrunn: Imperial Appartments No Data

Description


The summer residence of the Habsburgs, the apartments give a glimpse into the lives that several generations of the Imperial family lived.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.184859; Longitude: 16.312187
What3Words: rather.writings.tries

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Web Link


www.schoenbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schönbrunn: Maze & Labyrinth Schloß Schönbrunn: Maze & Labyrinth No Data

Description


Located in the grounds of the castle the Maze and Labyrinth offer you the opportunity of getting hopelessly lost!

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.182641; Longitude: 16.309376
What3Words: trio.spines.budding

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Web Link


www.schoenbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schönbrunn: Palm House Schloß Schönbrunn: Palm House No Data

Description


Locate next to the Zoo the palm house has a selection of plants from across the globe

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Charge, combined ticket with the Zoo and Desert House

Getting There


Latitude: 48.18428; Longitude: 16.302987
What3Words: shields.tells.subject

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Web Link


www.schoenbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schönbrunn: Zoo Schloß Schönbrunn: Zoo No Data

Description


Billed as the worlds oldest Zoo this was originally the Habsburgs menagerie that every good place shouldn’t have been without

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Charge, combined ticket with the Desert House and Palm House

Getting There


Latitude: 48.182298; Longitude: 16.302938
What3Words: downturn.office.agreeing

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Web Link


www.schoenbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bratislava Bratislava No Data

Description


The capital of Slovakia is less than 70Km down stream on the Danube from Vienna and makes an easy day-trip. The city itself is not particularly beautiful with Soviet housing blocks on the opposite bank of the Danube casting a gloom over the whole of the city. The castle houses several exhibitions and the Old town is interesting to look around.

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Getting There

Trains leave every two hours from the Hauptbahnhof in Vienna to the central station in Bratislava. Journey time is about 1 hour 15 minutes including a stop for border checks at the border. Alternatively, during the summer months there are high-speed ferries that run from Schwedenplatz to the centre of Bratislava, taking about 70 minutes to make their journey. N.B. it is advisable to carry photo ID with you for the journey, whilst Austria and Slovakia are both members of the Schengen zone you may be asked to identify yourself prior to boarding the ferry or at the border crossing on the train.
Latitude: 48.148376; Longitude: 17.10731
What3Words: shifting.speaks.provider

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Web Link


www.bratislava.sk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Grinzing Grinzing No Data

Description


This small wine growing town has long been subsumed into the growing city, but it still houses a number of wine cellars and vineyards wrapped over the hills. Despite being part of the city it still retains a pleasant small village feel

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Getting There

From the centre of town take the number 38 tram all the way to the end of the line in the centre of Grinzing. Journey time is about 25 minutes with trams at least every 10 minutes.
Latitude: 48.255787; Longitude: 16.341856
What3Words: inflame.heats.spill

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/01/2020), and on time of last update (29/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schönbrunn Schloß Schönbrunn No Data

Description


The out of city summer residence of the Habsburg imperial family. The palace is set in acres of stunning park land with spectacular views as well as a zoo and botanical gardens

Charge


Charges to entre the apartments, zoo, botanical gardens and maze. Free to wander around the grounds

Getting There

Catch the U4 from the city centre to Schönbrunn station. Leave by the exit half way down the platform and follow the signs across the road to the palace.
Latitude: 48.181482; Longitude: 16.310234
What3Words: barman.kitten.physical

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Web Link


www.schoenbrunn.at
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/11/2005), and on time of last update (27/11/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aquatopia Aquatopia No Data

Description


The city's aquarium, located just opposite the main central station. From initial looks, it could come across as a bit childish with its talking octopus. However, the information on the displays is written for an adult audience (or at least the English translation is) There are lots of displays, but the most spectacular is left for last as you walk through a tunnel surrounded on all sides by fish and sharks.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.219166; Longitude: 4.421069
What3Words: accent.fumes.legwork

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Web Link


www.aquatopia.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral Cathedral No Data

Description


The cathedral is in the process of being repaired, with most of the work complete. Inside it is very light despite the forest of pillars. The cathedral has seven aisles, which create a massive sense of space. There are several paintings dotted around the church including a few by Rubens.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.220264; Longitude: 4.401505
What3Words: stove.verges.blinks

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Web Link


www.dekathedraal.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Diamond Museum Diamond Museum No Data

Description


The museum presents a down to earth and interesting expose of the worlds most lusted after gem. With an audio guide instead of lots of multi-lingual information boards the museum tells the history of diamond, from its creation 2 billion years ago, through its importance in the past, up to the modern methods of creating spectacular gem stones (as well as creating diamond itself) and the way diamonds are mined and traded today.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.218124; Longitude: 4.421713
What3Words: post.variety.direct

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Web Link


www.diamantmuseum.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Middelheim Middelheim No Data

Description


A large park to the south of the city, where a sculpture park has been created. Works include many from famous sculptures. The park was expanded a few years ago and now also has an exhibition of modern sculpture

Charge


Free to look around, Charge for an Audio guide

Getting There

From the centre of town you can catch either tram 7 or 15 to the stop Koninklijke Laan. The very last road crossed before the tram pulled into the stop leads directly to the park. Walk down it for about 1KM and you will reach the mid point between the upper and lower parts of the park. To the right in the modern sculpture area is the information kiosk where you can get the audio guides. Alternatively catch the number 17 bus from Antwerpen Centraal station. Get off at the stop after the stop outside the Crown Plaza hotel and Texaco petrol station (the bus will cross over a main road and turn right. The park is behind you on the other side of the dual carriageway road. Maps inside the park show the location of the statue park.
Latitude: 51.180984; Longitude: 4.412577
What3Words: recorder.airbag.feast

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Web Link


museum.antwerpen.be/middelheimopenluchtmuseum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Annatunnel St Annatunnel No Data

Description


The main pedestrian link from the leftbank area of Antwerp to the Old city. The tunnel is accessed through art deco houses at either end, access either by massive lifts or down ancient wooden escalators

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.218712; Longitude: 4.395894
What3Words: generals.slim.from

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Steen Steen No Data

Description


Once one of the main defence points for the city, the Steen resembles a castle in all ways. However, only part of it survives. You can walk around the grounds and into some of the internal courtyards, but to access the inside of the building you must pay the entrance fee to the Maritime museum that it houses

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Free to look around the outside and courtyard, charge to enter museum

Getting There


Latitude: 51.222685; Longitude: 4.397382
What3Words: spoken.cafe.moped

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zoo Zoo No Data

Description


Located slap bang next to the central station the Zoo is one of the oldest in Europe and has the usual assortment of animals including Lions, Tigers, Elephants and Giraffe.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.216347; Longitude: 4.423306
What3Words: pools.cans.kneeled

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Web Link


www.zooantwerpen.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zuid Terrace Zuid Terrace No Data

Description


Running between the city exit from the St Annatunnel and the Steen the South Terrace offers stunning views over both the leftbank and the city centre

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.220036; Longitude: 4.39539
What3Words: squares.vineyard.blocking

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ghent: Canal Cruises Ghent: Canal Cruises No Data

Description


The seriously touristy way to see Ghent, but informative and a way of getting a different perspective on the city. The captains also provide a multi-lingual commentary

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.055427; Longitude: 3.720556
What3Words: widget.slab.anchors

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ghent: Cathedral Ghent: Cathedral No Data

Description


Quite a dark building, in the process of being repaired. The main attraction is the painted alter piece which has long queues of people waiting to see it

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Free, Donation suggested for the Cathedral. Charge to see the Altar Piece

Getting There


Latitude: 51.053683; Longitude: 3.72591
What3Words: wharfs.ketchup.curve

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ghent: Gravensteen Ghent: Gravensteen No Data

Description


A proper castle with battlements and everything! Located towards the north of the city centre it has been used as a fortress, a prison, a court house and now a tourist attraction. You follow a signed walk that takes you around the whole of the building, through its many winding passages and hidden staircases. The views from the top of the castle over the city are worth the entrance fee themselves

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.057193; Longitude: 3.720653
What3Words: sharpen.echo.staging
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ghent: Sint Niklaaskerk Ghent: Sint Niklaaskerk No Data

Description


(St Nicholas church), is currently being repaired, so you can only see half of it. What you can see is a very light and bright church with lots of gold and paintings.

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Free, Donation suggested

Getting There


Latitude: 51.053896; Longitude: 3.722858
What3Words: fans.entrust.instance

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Web Link


www.stniklaas.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ghent Ghent No Data

Description


Ghent is a pretty medieval city located at the junction of the railways canals and rivers that join Bruges, Antwerp and Brussels. Whilst not as large and picture book beautiful as Bruges it does benefit from less tourists and a proper castle

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Getting There

There are regular trains (2 an hour) from Antwerp to Ghent Sint Pieters station, from where it’s a 2KM walk due north (or 10 minutes on the tram) to the Korenmarkt. There are also regular trains from most other parts of Belgium (the trains from Brussels to Burges all stop at Ghent Sint Pieters station.
Latitude: 51.048301; Longitude: 3.720932
What3Words: succeed.rail.twirls

Photos


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Web Link


www.gent.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/03/2006), and on time of last update (08/03/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Atomium Atomium No Data

Description


Part of the 1950's world fair site and one of the most famous landmarks of Brussels. This, now slightly tired, museum houses some simple displays and is best for the views it affords over the city.

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Charge, Joint ticket with MiniEurope available.

Getting There


Latitude: 50.894954; Longitude: 4.341402
What3Words: easy.chickens.tramps

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Web Link


www.atomium.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/06/2004), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Basilique de Sacré Coeur Basilique de Sacré Coeur No Data

Description


One of the main churches in Brussels, and often referred to as one of the ugliest buildings in the city. Modelled on it's namesake in Paris the building is very impressive, if not slightly over imposing. The views from the top of the main dome are breath

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Free to look around the inside of the church, charge for the tower

Getting There


Latitude: 50.867078; Longitude: 4.317284
What3Words: herds.crib.podcast

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Comic Book Museum Comic Book Museum No Data

Description


Charting the history of one of Belgium's other great exports, the comic book, including exhibitions on the history of Comics, how comic strips are put together, how animation is put together and an exhibition on the most famous of the Belgium comic book w

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Charge, free with a Brussels Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.84025; Longitude: 4.368246
What3Words: radar.dialect.posts

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Le Mannekin-Pis Le Mannekin-Pis No Data

Description


A small statue of a little boy taking a leak, and one of the most famous symbols of Brussels, what else can you say about the Belgium's that isn't summed up by that statement

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.845016; Longitude: 4.349808
What3Words: ordering.also.nuggets

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/06/2004), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

MiniEurope MiniEurope No Data

Description


A project of EU proportions. Some of the most famous buildings from each of the EU's 25 members (but at the time of visiting, just a few weeks after 10 new countries joined the EU only Poland had been added to the original 15!) including the Eiffel Tower,

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Charge, joint ticket with the Atomium available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.894331; Longitude: 4.338763
What3Words: priced.since.kitchens

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Web Link


www.minieurope.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tervuren: Musée Royal de l'Afrique Centrale Tervuren: Musée Royal de l'Afrique Centrale No Data

Description


Once a museum dedicated to showing how nice Leopold I and the Belgium's had been to the peoples of their former colonies (today the DR Congo, Rwanda and Burundi), today the museum now shows a more realistic view of the way the colonies were run, happily using words like Genocide, plunder and looting to describe how the artefacts made it back to Belgium.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.830906; Longitude: 4.518471
What3Words: rivers.armrest.success

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Web Link


www.africamuseum.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waterloo: Audio Visual show Waterloo: Audio Visual show No Data

Description


The Audio Visual show uses maps and graphics to tell the key points of the battle showing how the battle turned with the arrival of the Prussians/

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Charge: Joint ticket with other battle field attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.679302; Longitude: 4.405936
What3Words: ranked.doll.spacing

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Web Link


www.waterloo1815.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waterloo: Battlefield Tour Waterloo: Battlefield Tour No Data

Description


You can join a battlefield tour which takes a route round the edge of the battlefield from the British lines, across the French lines, to where the Prussians joined late in the afternoon to turn the course of the battle. Commentary is in French, English and Dutch

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Charge: Joint ticket with other battle field attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.679641; Longitude: 4.40585
What3Words: global.daring.national

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Web Link


www.waterloo1815.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waterloo: Lion Monument Waterloo: Lion Monument No Data

Description


The monument was raised on the site of the battle of Waterloo, at the point where the prince of Orange was injured, and now is the focal point for the attractions relating to the battle that transformed Europe

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Charge: Joint ticket with other battle field attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.678458; Longitude: 4.404788
What3Words: left.riders.owns

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Web Link


www.waterloo1815.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waterloo: Panorama Waterloo: Panorama No Data

Description


The Panorama painting shows that battle at its height

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Charge: Joint ticket with other battle field attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.679356; Longitude: 4.405174
What3Words: loves.fells.violin

Photos


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Web Link


www.waterloo1815.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waterloo: Wax Museum Waterloo: Wax Museum No Data

Description


The wax museum tells some of the story of the build-up to the battle, including basic biographies of the key players on both sides

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Charge: Joint ticket with other battle field attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.67973; Longitude: 4.405657
What3Words: kitchen.sector.holiday

Photos


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Web Link


www.waterloo1815.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bruges Bruges No Data

Description


Located 12Km from the coast in the Flemish speaking part of the country Bruges is one of the finest examples of a medieval city in the world.

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Getting There

Hourly trains leave from the main stations in Brussels to Bruges taking about 45 minutes. It's then a 20 minute walk or 5 minutes on the bus (from the front of the station) to the medieval market square.
Latitude: 51.209434; Longitude: 3.225238
What3Words: printing.oppose.thin

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Web Link


www.brugge.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tervuren Tervuren No Data

Description


Tervuren is about 10Km from the centre of Brussels located on the edge of woodland in one of the greenest parts of the city

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Getting There

Tervuren is easily accessed by the number 44 tram which runs from Montgomery in the centre of Brussels to Terverun, ending a short distance from the museum. Trams take about 40 minutes to complete the journey
Latitude: 50.824234; Longitude: 4.5140344
What3Words: dashes.owners.mulls

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Web Link


www.tervuren.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waterloo Waterloo No Data

Description


Once a quiet town, it was thrust to the attention of the world following a single day's battle here is 1815. The outcome changed the face of Europe, signalling the defeat of Napoleon and eventually the formation of much of Europe as we know it today.

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Getting There

Waterloo is about 12KM south west of Brussels, over the linguistic divide into Wallonia. TEC busses (Route W) runs from Gare du Midi to Waterloo, and then on the further 4KM to the actual battlefield
Latitude: 50.717384; Longitude: 4.396763
What3Words: cheat.hormones.handy

Photos


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Web Link


www.waterloo1815.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2007), and on time of last update (27/12/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Sightseeing Brussles: Blue Tour City Sightseeing Brussles: Blue Tour No Data

Description


The Blue route runs to the North out to the Atomium and the National Basilica. Multilingual commentary accomapnies the tour

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.846968; Longitude: 4.35669
What3Words: deals.smoothly.rotate

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Web Link


www.city-sightseeing.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/05/2018), and on time of last update (22/05/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Sightseeing Brussles: Red Tour City Sightseeing Brussles: Red Tour No Data

Description


The red tour starts from the side of the Cathedral and heads out to the South East of the city taking in the Royal and European quarters. A pre-recorded commentary tells you about the key sights

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.847391; Longitude: 4.357591
What3Words: frowns.pony.swear

Photos


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Web Link


www.city-sightseeing.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/05/2018), and on time of last update (22/05/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral Cathedral No Data

Description


An impressive cathedral in the centre of the city. Very dark both inside and out, but with lots of colourful stained glass

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.643031; Longitude: 5.567182
What3Words: lawn.change.projects

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Citadel Citadel No Data

Description


The ruins of the Citadel now house a modern hospital, but from the outside of the walls you can get stunning views over the city

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.649979; Longitude: 5.577211
What3Words: dabble.became.anyway

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Montagne de Bueren Montagne de Bueren No Data

Description


373 steps rising steeply up to the Citadel, excellent exercise!

Charge




Getting There


Latitude: 50.64809; Longitude: 5.577469
What3Words: amber.bubble.spilled

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Coo: Tèlècoo Coo: Tèlècoo No Data

Description


Chairlift that runs up from the amusement park at Coo into the hills above for stunning views of the area

Charge




Getting There


Latitude: 50.394283; Longitude: 5.875481
What3Words: mottos.bumpy.mayor

Photos


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Web Link


www.telecoo.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Coo: Waterfalls Coo: Waterfalls No Data

Description


The real attraction in Coo is the impressive falls that cascade under the bridge that the town is built around

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.393479; Longitude: 5.876822
What3Words: repented.remedied.economy

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maastricht: Cathedral Maastricht: Cathedral No Data

Description


The Cathedral is instantly noticeable with its massive fortress like front. Inside it's quite plane, and quite dark

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.848725; Longitude: 5.687367
What3Words: riding.owners.abolish

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/06/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maastricht: River cruise on the Maas Maastricht: River cruise on the Maas No Data

Description


Hourly cruises down the Maas running from the city centre to the border with Belgium and back. You can break your cruise part way and go on a tour of the St Pietersberg caves

Charge


Charge, combined ticket with St Pietersberg cave tour available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.850418; Longitude: 5.694673
What3Words: pony.slicing.treat

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/06/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maastricht: St Pietersberg Caves Maastricht: St Pietersberg Caves No Data

Description


The caves have been formed by the mining of the limestone since the Roman times. Today the total number of passageways total over 200Km. The tour of the caves is only in Dutch

Charge


Charge, Combined ticket with River cruise available

Getting There

The easiest way of reaching the caves is to go on the river cruise, alternatively they are about 2KM south west of the city centre
Latitude: 50.825837; Longitude: 5.694931
What3Words: scouts.leaps.escaping

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/06/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Coo Coo No Data

Description


Small town on the way to Luxembourg which has an impressive set of waterfalls and chair lift to view the surrounding countryside. Around the chairlift station an amusement park has been built up

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Getting There

There are trains every other hour from Liège that take about 55 minutes. From the station walk up the access road and turn left, it's difficult not to hear the falls as you approach them! All other attractions are across the bridge
Latitude: 50.392693; Longitude: 5.876977
What3Words: portrayal.broadened.subgenre

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maastricht Maastricht No Data

Description


Important town in the south of the Netherlands, home to one of Europe's most important treaties, and at the join of three countries (Aachen in Germany and Liège in Belgium are all within 25 minutes of the city)

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Getting There

There are regular hourly trains from Liège to Maastricht that take about 30 minutes
Latitude: 50.844538; Longitude: 5.687485
What3Words: tiptoes.yell.hitters

Photos


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Web Link


www.vvvmaastricht.nl
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2006), and on time of last update (02/07/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Belfort Belfort No Data

Description


The Belfry has played and important role in the life of the city since the 14th Century and continues to be one of the dominant sights on the city landscape. The tower now houses an exhibition on it's history and roll, as well as offering stunning views over the city centre. For those feeling lazy a lift goes from the first floor up to the viewing platform.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.053624; Longitude: 3.724916
What3Words: outdoors.dreamer.pots

Photos


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Web Link


www.belfortgent.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2013), and on time of last update (27/12/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Gravensteen Gravensteen No Data

Description


A proper castle with battlements and everything! Located towards the north of the city centre it has been used as a fortress, a prison, a court house and now a tourist attraction. You follow a signed walk that takes you around the whole of the building, through its many winding passages and hidden staircases. The views from the top of the castle over the city are worth the entrance fee themselves

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.057156; Longitude: 3.720676
What3Words: outlined.blurred.duke

Photos


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Web Link


www.gravensteengent.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2013), and on time of last update (27/12/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rederij De Gentenaar Canal Cruises Rederij De Gentenaar Canal Cruises No Data

Description


One of several companies offering tours through the waterways of Ghent. This company offers tours year round, including in covered boats, which in late December was a distinct advantage. A guide points out key sights as the boat glides, very slowly, round the centre of Ghent.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.05533; Longitude: 3.720825
What3Words: pulp.reading.fishery

Photos


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Web Link


rederijdegentenaer.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2013), and on time of last update (27/12/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sint Niklaaskerk (Saint Nicholas Church) Sint Niklaaskerk (Saint Nicholas Church) No Data

Description


Originally a much larger building, today only half the building is still in use as a church. Inside the large widows make for a building flooded with light.

Charge


Free, Donation suggested

Getting There


Latitude: 51.05396; Longitude: 3.722887
What3Words: harmony.bunk.slider

Photos


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Web Link


www.stniklaas.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2013), and on time of last update (27/12/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sint-Baafskathedraal (Saint Bavo Cathedral) Sint-Baafskathedraal (Saint Bavo Cathedral) No Data

Description


At the time of visiting in 2013 the Cathedral was still in the process of being repaired (as it was when I took a day trip here from Antwerp in early 2006!). Inside there are the usual large number of side chapels, as well as an extensive crypt that houses some of the Cathedrals treasures. The main attraction is the painted alter piece which has long queues of people waiting to see it

Charge


Free, Donation suggested for the Cathedral. Charge to see the Altar Piece

Getting There


Latitude: 51.052965; Longitude: 3.727149
What3Words: magpie.finishing.scary

Photos


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Web Link


www.sintbaafskathedraal.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2013), and on time of last update (27/12/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sint-Pietersabdij (Saint Peters Abbey) Sint-Pietersabdij (Saint Peters Abbey) No Data

Description


The remains of a once mighty abbey, today a mixture of museum, conference centre and university teaching space. You take a guided tour around the site using a video guide that tells you more about each area.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.042399; Longitude: 3.727005
What3Words: maximum.pining.island

Photos


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Web Link


www.sintpietersabdijgent.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2013), and on time of last update (27/12/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Groot Begijnhof Groot Begijnhof No Data

Description


Buildings of a former lay community (women who hadn't taken religious vows to become nuns). Today the elegant buildings form a quiet area to the South of the city centre arranged around an island in the river

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.871705; Longitude: 4.697025
What3Words: truth.snore.animals

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Grote Markt Grote Markt No Data

Description


The main city square bordered by St Peters Church and the Town Hall

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.879238; Longitude: 4.700505
What3Words: homes.shakes.octopus

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Klein Begijnhof Klein Begijnhof No Data

Description


A smaller former lay community, made up of one main street

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.88491; Longitude: 4.698862
What3Words: apples.liability.ribs

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kruidtuin Kruidtuin No Data

Description


The city's botanical gardens housing a wide range of plants including temperate and tropical greenhouses

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.878057; Longitude: 4.69018
What3Words: visions.ages.books

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oude Markt Oude Markt No Data

Description


The old market square, today home to many of the city's bars and restaurants

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.877926; Longitude: 4.699223
What3Words: apply.beast.yawned

Photos


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Web Link


www.oudemarktleuven.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sint-Pieterskerk Sint-Pieterskerk No Data

Description


The largest church in the city centre, located on the Grote Markt. Inside the large a light church is a pleasant space. There is an exhibition of items from the churches treasury (additional charge)

Charge


Free, Charge to go into the Treasury

Getting There


Latitude: 50.87952; Longitude: 4.701415
What3Words: perfect.himself.meaning

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stella Artois Brewery Tour Stella Artois Brewery Tour No Data

Description


The Artois Brewery has been in the city for centuries, but it's most famous beer has only been being produced since 1926. The tour takes in the brewing process, the brew hall and bottling plant before ending in the brewery's bar where you can sample the product.

Charge


Charge - tickets must be brought in advance at the tourist information centre by the town hall, or online. There are no ticket purchasing facilities at the Brewery itself (it's approximately a 20 minute walk from the Town Hall to the Brewery)

Getting There

The brewery is located to the North East of the city centre, past the station. It is well signposted from the city centre. Head alongside the canal until you walk past the main works car park and then turn down the side road (Dijledreef) to reach the Brewery reception
Latitude: 50.889295; Longitude: 4.708446
What3Words: held.skip.heeding

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/02/2017), and on time of last update (04/03/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Belfort Belfort No Data

Description


Located in the ancient medieval square the Bell Tower offers outstanding views over the whole of the medieval city and to the coast beyond

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.208233; Longitude: 3.225152
What3Words: recover.umpires.cookies

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Choco-Story Choco-Story No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of chocolate from it's origins in South America through to modern day production. The exhibition includes a live demonstration of making chocolate, and an opportunity to sample the end product

Charge


Charge, Joint entry ticket with Friet Museum available

Getting There


Latitude: 51.2105; Longitude: 3.226392
What3Words: student.stars.turkeys

Photos


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Web Link


www.choco-story.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Church of Our Lady Church of Our Lady No Data

Description


Church located by the side of the main canal which boasts an original Michelangelo statue (the Madonna with child)

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 51.204638; Longitude: 3.224667
What3Words: coaster.smile.vouch

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Church of the Holy Blood Church of the Holy Blood No Data

Description


Church located in the Burg. Split into two parts an upper, very ostentatious part and the lower more refined chapel.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 51.208154; Longitude: 3.226813
What3Words: glove.leaflet.viewing

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City tour City tour No Data

Description


A mini-bus tour through the heart of the medieval city centre taking in most of the key sites. Pre-recorded multi-lingual commentary, supported by a video show at the front of the bus for certain sights

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.209053; Longitude: 3.224088
What3Words: wiggles.little.darting

Photos


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Web Link


www.citytour.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Friet Museum Friet Museum No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the cultivation of the potato, how it was brought to Europe and how the Chip, and the Belgium's love affair with it grew. The museum ends in the chip shop where you can sample some Friets

Charge


Charge, Joint entry ticket with Choco-Story available

Getting There


Latitude: 51.211002; Longitude: 3.224031
What3Words: bongo.verbs.vines

Photos


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Web Link


www.frietmuseum.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Halve Maan Brewery Halve Maan Brewery No Data

Description


Located in the southern part of the city, this is the only remaining brewery with the city itself, making several thousand litres a month (as apposed to the big commercial companies making tens of thousands of litres a day). The tour of the brewery takes in the old brew-house which was in use up until the 1960's and takes you through the process of brewing beer in Belgium. Following the tour there is a chance to sample the end product

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.202296; Longitude: 3.223959
What3Words: finger.sprawls.seasons

Photos


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Web Link


www.halvemaan.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

River Tours River Tours No Data

Description


30 minute long tours of the canals that leave from various points along the length but all follow the same course! They are a very good way of seeing the city and also for seeing it from a slightly different angle

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.206872; Longitude: 3.226625
What3Words: staples.coughed.tennis

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/06/2004), and on time of last update (09/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oostende: Kusttram Oostende: Kusttram No Data

Description


The Costal tram runs virtually the whole length of the Belgium cost, from Knokke near the Dutch boarder to De Pane near the French Boarder. Along the way it passes through spectacular scenery with the dunes of the Belgium coast dominating the landscape.

Charge


You can buy a day, three day or seven day card for unlimited travel up and down the line

Getting There

There are regular direct trains from Brugge to Oostende, taking about 15 minutes
Latitude: 51.22783; Longitude: 2.925239
What3Words: spoiler.lots.hunches

Photos


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Web Link


www.dekusttram.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

De Panne De Panne No Data

Description


Located just north of the border with France, this whole stretch of coast played a vital role in both World Wars. During WWI it was the HQ of the Belgium government, and the only part of the country not captured by the Germans. In World War II it's dunes, and the system that runs to beyond Dunkirk in France protected the retreating allied soldiers and helped to create the miracle of Dunkirk. Today it is a major beach resort on the Belgium coast, but you can still see the dunes that provided so much protection.

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Getting There

To get there from Brugge it's a complicated trip by train, having to go quite a way back into Belgium before being able to come back again. The easiest way is to get the train to Oostende and pick up the costal tram down to De Panne (it's about 15 minutes to Oostende, and then another 90 or so on the tram)
Latitude: 51.099426; Longitude: 2.591743
What3Words: ladders.buck.career

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Web Link


www.depanne.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heist Heist No Data

Description


The main costal resort on the Northern part of the Belgium coast has miles upon miles of white sand beaches.

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Getting There

Trains run from Brugge to either Knokke, Blankenberge Or Oostende from where you can pick up the costal tram. Knokke is considerably closer, but there are more trains to Oostende
Latitude: 51.099426; Longitude: 2.591743
What3Words: ladders.buck.career

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Web Link


www.knokke-heist.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Knokke Knokke No Data

Description


Located just south of the border with the Netherlands. Knokke town centre is set back from the coast (the coast area is actually called Knokke-Heist merging with the costal town of Heist), but has a train station with direct trains back to Brugge and beyond.

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Getting There

There are direct trains from Brugge to Knokke
Latitude: 51.339915; Longitude: 3.285341
What3Words: amuses.kicked.headed

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Web Link


www.knokke-heist.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oostende Oostende No Data

Description


A major port town on the Belgium coast, with a lively fishing harbour, good restaurants and a convenient place to reach the rest of the coast from

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Getting There

There are regular direct trains from Brugge to Oostende, taking about 15 minutes
Latitude: 51.222798; Longitude: 2.913437
What3Words: tonic.vowing.proper

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Web Link


www.toerisme-oostende.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wenduine Wenduine No Data

Description


Situated on the Belgium coast Wenduine lies between two large runs of spectacular sand dunes.

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Getting There

To get to Wenduine you need to catch the Costal tram from either Oostende, Knokke or Blankenberge to Wenduine. There are trains from Brugge to either of these locations. Blankenberge is closest to Wenduine, but there are more trains to Oostende.
Latitude: 51.222798; Longitude: 2.913437
What3Words: tonic.vowing.proper

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Web Link


www.wenduine.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2008), and on time of last update (26/12/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fort Napoleon Fort Napoleon No Data

Description


Originally built during the Napoleonic era to protect this part of the coast from attack by the English. It was never used for its original purpose and has gone through several cycles of decline, dilapidation and then repair and renovation. At the start of WWI the occupying Germans had to dig the fort out from the dunes that had all but consumed it. After being turned into a museum between the wars it was taken back over by the occupying Nazi forces during WWII. Following on from the war it had various lives including as a climbing centre before falling into almost total ruin by the early 1990's when it was rescued by the regional heritage agency who have restored the fort back to how it would have looked in the days of the Napoleonic era, as well as adding in modern touches such as an modern extension housing a bistro with a sun deck.

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.238989; Longitude: 2.934362
What3Words: wipes.comment.impaired

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Web Link


www.fort-napoleon.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ijslanfvaarder Amandine Ijslanfvaarder Amandine No Data

Description


The last of the Oostende Icelandic trawlers it has been preserved as a museum in dry dock. In the museum element you can wander around the keel of the ship and find out more information on the history of the Icelandic fishing fleet. Entering through a hole cut in the keel you climb up through the boat to the deck and the bridge

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.229404; Longitude: 2.924026
What3Words: grid.tunes.eats

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Web Link


www.zeilschipmercator.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Koningspark Koningspark No Data

Description


A small park located just back from the seafront in the west of the city, including a tranquil Japanese garden.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.22696; Longitude: 2.906734
What3Words: thrones.intro.prance

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kusttram Kusttram No Data

Description


The Kusttram (Coastal tram) runs virtually the entire length of the Belgium coast from De Panne on the border with France to Knokke-Heist on the Dutch border, with the centre of the route forming the local tram service through Oostende. Along the way the route passes through amazing coastal scenery and all of the Belgium coastal resorts. With regular departures during the summer months (and departures every 20 minutes in the winter) it's easy to get a day or multi-day pass and hop on and off up and down the coast.

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It's worth getting either a one, three, five or seven day ticket from the vending machines or kiosks at many of the stops. You can also buy these from the driver, but they are more expensive.

Getting There


Latitude: 51.230772; Longitude: 2.914421
What3Words: sands.noted.whispers

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Web Link


www.delijn.be/dekusttram
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Noordzeeaquarium Noordzeeaquarium No Data

Description


This small aquarium houses exhibits of the sea creatures that are generally found in the North Sea, including cod, shrimp and lobsters. There are a number of tanks with species in them, and several exhibition cases of stuffed marine life.

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.23274; Longitude: 2.922538
What3Words: fixture.corner.learning

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Web Link


users.skynet.be/noordzee.aquarium
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oostends Historisch Museum/Stadsmuseum Oostende Oostends Historisch Museum/Stadsmuseum Oostende No Data

Description


Located in the house that was once occupied by the royal family from the 1830s onwards, including being the location where Queen Louise died after suffering from TB. Today it houses the city museum which has exhibitions on royal connection, as well as on the history of the city and the role of both fishing and the Oostende-Dover ferry service on the fortunes of the city.

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.233321; Longitude: 2.918169
What3Words: glitter.princes.reinforce

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Web Link


www.oostende.be/stadsmuseum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Raversyde Anno 1465 Raversyde Anno 1465 No Data

Description


This museum has rebuilt buildings from the 15th century fishing village of Walraversijde which was abandoned in the 16th century. Today three houses and the bakery have been reconstructed using original bricks. The museum has a large number of archaeological artefacts uncovered during the works

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Charge, Joint ticket for Raversyde Atlantikwall and Raversyde Anno 1465 available

Getting There

From the centre of Oostende take a number 68 or 69 bus to Domein Raversijde stop opposite the Anno 1465 museum. Alternatively take a De Panne bound tram to the Domein Raversijde stop (its impossible to miss look for the fortifications on the top of the dunes as the tram approaches the stop) and walk up over the dunes, past the Atlantikwall museum and through the scenic park. The journey takes about 15 minutes from Oostende to the bus or tram stops
Latitude: 51.198646; Longitude: 2.849023
What3Words: chimney.media.gerbil

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Web Link


www.raversyde.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Raversyde Atlantikwall Raversyde Atlantikwall No Data

Description


The museum, housed in buildings used by Prince Charles, the Prince Regent, between 1945 and 1950, tells the story of the Atlantic wall - the line of defences built by Hitler from the top of Norway to the south of France and round the Channel Islands to protect fortress Europe from the British. In the end the defences in Raversyde were never used, but such was the success of the Allied deception operation that had the Nazi's believing D-Day was only a diversion for several weeks, it continued to be built up into the August of 1944. Outside of the museum you can walk around a large part of the fortifications to see the vast amount of work that went into the site.

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Charge, Joint ticket for Raversyde Atlantikwall and Raversyde Anno 1465 available

Getting There

From the centre of Oostende take a De Panne bound tram to the Domein Raversijde stop (its impossible to miss look for the fortifications on the top of the dunes as the tram approaches the stop). The journey takes about 15 minutes from the centre of Oostende. Alternatively take the number 68 or 69 bus to Domein Raversijde stop opposite the Anno 1465 museum and walk through the scenic park
Latitude: 51.200623; Longitude: 2.847342
What3Words: agencies.hotline.cloth

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Web Link


www.raversyde.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zielschip Mercator Zielschip Mercator No Data

Description


This large sailing ship is in dock in the Mercator yacht harbour and is open to be visited. A signed route takes your round most of the ship.

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.226719; Longitude: 2.91939
What3Words: directs.correct.conclude

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Web Link


www.zeilschipmercator.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/04/2018), and on time of last update (26/04/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

In Flanders Fields Museum In Flanders Fields Museum No Data

Description


Located in the former Cloth Hall the museum tells the history of the battles around Ypres during the Great War. Starting at the end of the Belle Époque the museum charts the road to war across Europe and the impact of the war not just on the soldiers but on the citizens and towns of Flanders. It tells the story from the view of medics, and the front line soldiers. In places the museum is harrowing and after more than two hours walking round you feel emotionally drained, but this is a must visit for anyone coming to this part of the world

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.851186; Longitude: 2.885881
What3Words: cloud.return.sweeping

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Web Link


www.inflandersfields.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Last Post Ceremony Last Post Ceremony No Data

Description


Held every evening at 8pm (as it has been since July 1928, only interrupted by WWII during which time the service took place at Brookwood Cemetery in the UK) this short service commemorates all those who lost their lives in the First World War. At it's simplest the ceremony involves the playing of the last post and is incredibly moving.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.852071; Longitude: 2.891264
What3Words: blazers.behind.triads

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Web Link


www.lastpost.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Menin Gate Menin Gate No Data

Description


Built to replace the original city gate that was destroyed during the bombardment of Ieper during the war this monumental arch lists the names of 54,395 Commonwealth soldiers who died in the Ypres Salient but whose bodies were never identified.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.85203; Longitude: 2.891021
What3Words: lakes.inferior.undulation

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Web Link


www.cwgc.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ramparts Ramparts No Data

Description


Running for nearly 3Km round half of the city the Ramparts are all that remain of a much larger set of fortifications that once surrounded the city. From the top of the ramparts there are excellent views over the city.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.844803; Longitude: 2.891955
What3Words: them.explorer.jeering

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Web Link


www.toerisme-ieper.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sint-Maartenskathedraal Sint-Maartenskathedraal No Data

Description


It's hard to imagine that this Cathedral has been completely rebuilt to its original plan after total destruction in WW1.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.851736; Longitude: 2.885132
What3Words: served.quest.ambition

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stedelijk Museum Stedelijk Museum No Data

Description


The city museum houses a collection of paintings and artefacts related to the city, including a video charting the history of the city from it's founding to the modern day.

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Charge, Free with an ticket for In Flanders Fields

Getting There


Latitude: 50.845545; Longitude: 2.889247
What3Words: quiet.outraged.huddle

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Passendale: Tyne Cot Cemetery Passendale: Tyne Cot Cemetery No Data

Description


This is the largest cemetery for Commonwealth forces in the world and the sea of headstones gives a sharp reminder of the scale of death that the Great War imposed on those fighting in it. The cemetery is set around a former German pillbox, over which the ceremonial cross has been constructed. What makes the site all the more moving is the number of graves that have no name or details, just the simple line 'A soldier of the Great War, Known unto God'

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Free

Getting There

The number 94 bus runs from Ieper Station to Tyne Cot bus stop (about every hour, 28 minute) from where it’s a five minute walk to the cemetery
Latitude: 50.887273; Longitude: 2.999447
What3Words: twinning.hand.macaroon

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Web Link


www.cwgc.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Passendale: Tyne Cot Visitors Centre Passendale: Tyne Cot Visitors Centre No Data

Description


Located just behind the cemetery is a small visitors centre that has some background to the battle for the site, and to the cemetery. All the time a single voice reads out just the name and age at death of soldiers.

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Free

Getting There

The number 94 bus runs from Ieper Station to Tyne Cot bus stop (about every hour, 28 minute) from where it’s a five minute walk to the cemetery
Latitude: 50.888515; Longitude: 3.000167
What3Words: overshot.bursting.disco

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Web Link


www.cwgc.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Poperinge: Hop Museum Poperinge: Hop Museum No Data

Description


Poperinge is the centre of the Belgium Hop industry, which given the Belgium passion for beer making makes it an important town. The museum tells the story of the Hop and the building that the museum is housed in the former City scales.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.855261; Longitude: 2.721996
What3Words: risks.symphony.droplet

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Web Link


www.hopmuseum.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zillebeke: Hooge Crater Museum Zillebeke: Hooge Crater Museum No Data

Description


This small museum tells the story of the battles that took place around this area, opposite is a small Commonwealth cemetery

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Getting There

The number 84 bus runs from the Station and the Markt out to Zillebeke. The bus stop is located about 300m beyond the museum outside the theme park. Buses run around once an hour and take just over 10 minutes from Markt.
Latitude: 50.846595; Longitude: 2.943443
What3Words: metals.monetary.sings

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Web Link


www.hoogecrater.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zonnebeke: Memorial Museum Passchendaele Zonnebeke: Memorial Museum Passchendaele No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the 3rd Ypres battle, better known as Passendale (or Passchendaele). This was a 100 day battle that moved the front line just 8KM forward and cost nearly a quarter of a million Commonwealth lives (and a similar number of German lives). The museum includes the reconstruction of a large dugout that soldiers would have lived in on the front line and a reconstruction of both a German and a British trench system.

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Getting There

The number 94 bus runs from Ieper Station to the Plaats bus stop in Zonnebeke located a few yards from the museum (about every hour, 25 minute)
Latitude: 50.870787; Longitude: 2.988718
What3Words: worksheet.jealousy.fuses

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Web Link


www.passchendaele.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Flanders Fields Flanders Fields No Data

Description


The whole area around Ieper (or Ypres as it was more commonly known at the time of WWI) was one of the bloodiest battlefields where the front line moved the least and the bodies mounted fastest. From just one offensive - the 3rd battle of Ypres, the death toll approached a quarter of a million men on each side. The whole countryside is littered with war graves as a memorial to the men who died, many of whom were never identified.

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There are no charges to enter the Commonwealth War Graves sites, though museums in the area do charge entry fees.

Getting There

With the exception of Poperinge which is on the train line most other locations require the use of buses. Some sites are not easily accessible by public transport in which case joining a battlefields tour may be the only way to get to all the sites.
Latitude: 50.851471; Longitude: 2.887108
What3Words: examples.stove.curry

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Web Link


www.greatwar.co.uk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Poperinge Poperinge No Data

Description


Located around 10Km West of Ieper, Poperinge is the centre of the Belgium hop industry with around 90% of all of Belgium's hops grown in the locality. On the journey into the town you pass countless fields set up for hop growing (in March when I went it was just the bare hop wires and poles, by late summer the towering hops would be clearly visible.) The town itself shows off its wealth with a very pretty Grote Markt. During the war Pops as it was known to the British forces was sufficiently far back from the frontline to be a location for relaxation and recuperation, though of course large numbers still succumbed to their wounds in the town.

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Getting There

Trains run every hour from Ieper to Poperinge taking around 7 minutes to make the journey. The station in Poperinge is about a 10 minute walk from the centre of town. Alternatively the number 60 bus runs roughly every hour and takes around 20 minutes to reach the very centre of Poperinge at the Grote Markt
Latitude: 50.855715; Longitude: 2.726449
What3Words: splice.trout.translate

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Web Link


www.toerismepoperinge.be
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/03/2016), and on time of last update (03/04/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kusttram Kusttram No Data

Description


The Kusttram (Coastal tram) runs virtually the entire length of the Belgium coast from De Panne on the border with France to Knokke-Heist on the Dutch border. Along the way the route passes through amazing coastal scenery and all of the Belgium coastal resorts. With regular departures during the summer months (and departures every 20 minutes in the winter) it's easy to get a day or multi-day pass and hop on and off up and down the coast

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It's worth getting either a one, three, five or seven day ticket from the vending machines or kiosks at many of the stops. You can also buy these from the driver, but they are more expensive.

Getting There


Latitude: 51.331803; Longitude: 3.206369
What3Words: optimum.gaffer.leap

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Web Link


www.delijn.be/dekusttram
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

De Panne De Panne No Data

Description


The start (or end) of the line. Located near the French border there are connections to Dunkerque. The link to Dunkerque is all the more significant in that De Panne also played its part as an evacuation beach of Allied troops as the miracle of the little boats took place to spirit the army out of the hands of the Nazi's as they advanced through France and Belgium. Today De Panne has a large number of sights, including a Kusttram museum. The prom has some of the more expensive restaurants along the coast.

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Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 2 hours
Latitude: 51.099839; Longitude: 2.579955
What3Words: pillow.woods.crawling

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Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Koksijde Koksijde No Data

Description


A wide sandy beach the slowly gives way to dunes at the Eastern end. The seafront has a large number of reasonably priced restaurants

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Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 1 hour 50 minutes
Latitude: 51.120821; Longitude: 2.633221
What3Words: darkest.teams.changed

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Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oostduinkerke Oostduinkerke No Data

Description


From Koksijde to Oostduinkerke the beach is boarded by an impressive set of sand dunes that you can wander through. The walk between the two resorts takes around 40 minutes but is very pleasant. Beach side at Oostduinkerke appeared to be more residential with the main shops and restaurants set a street back on the same road the trams run along

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Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 1 hour 35 minutes
Latitude: 51.132827; Longitude: 2.671319
What3Words: apple.terms.backyard

Photos


Photo ID: 012424 Photo ID: 012425 Photo ID: 012426 Photo ID: 012427 Photo ID: 012428 Photo ID: 012429 Photo ID: 012430

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nieuwpoort Nieuwpoort No Data

Description


Located at the mouth of the Yser river Nieuwpoort is the only time the tram really leaves the seaside as it heads inland to cross the river. A land train runs tours round the centre of town, and there are river cruises into a nearby nature reserve

Charge




Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 1 hour 25 minutes
Latitude: 51.150299; Longitude: 2.720851
What3Words: mailmen.drilling.snuggled

Photos


Photo ID: 012431 Photo ID: 012432 Photo ID: 012433 Photo ID: 012434 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Westende Westende No Data

Description


Back onto the coast beyond Nieuwpoort the trams run one street behind the seafront through the town and then move onto the promenade once out of town. Another location with a wide sandy beach

Charge




Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 1 hour 20 minutes
Latitude: 51.171356; Longitude: 2.775095
What3Words: tributes.provisional.foxhole

Photos


Photo ID: 012435 Photo ID: 012436 Photo ID: 012437 Photo ID: 012438 Photo ID: 012439 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Middlekerke Middlekerke No Data

Description


Middlekerke is a resort set around the Casio that forms the centre of the town dominating the sea front and visible from some way in both directions

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Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 1 hour 15 minutes
Latitude: 51.18735; Longitude: 2.813739
What3Words: defended.rent.potato

Photos


Photo ID: 012440 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Raversijde Raversijde No Data

Description


By Raversijde the trams are running along the sea front with dunes moving away in land. Along this stretch are remains of the Atlantic Wall, built in the First World War and heavily strengthened by the Nazi's in WWII. An open-air museum of the fortifications is a short walk from the tram stop

Charge




Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 1 hour 10 minutes
Latitude: 51.200932; Longitude: 2.844552
What3Words: coffeehouse.amended.starlit

Photos


Photo ID: 012443 Photo ID: 012444 Photo ID: 012445 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oostende Oostende No Data

Description


The main town on the coast and the main railhead back to Brussels (though train connections are also available at De Panne, Blankenberge, Zeebrugge and Knokke). There are several sights in town, including the impressive church that dominates the skyline. As it's a large town/city there are plenty of options for eating and drinking

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Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 55 minutes
Latitude: 51.230851; Longitude: 2.914043
What3Words: sprawls.metals.horses

Photos


Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

De Haan De Haan No Data

Description


Perhaps the prettiest town on the coast, nestling between the dunes the only downside to the town is it's encirclement by the main coast road. A short walk from the prom and you are into the dunes that dominate this part of the coast

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Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 30 minutes
Latitude: 51.274802; Longitude: 3.030582
What3Words: shapes.submits.translated

Photos


Photo ID: 012446 Photo ID: 012447 Photo ID: 012448 Photo ID: 012449 Photo ID: 012450 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wenduine Wenduine No Data

Description


Nestling at the end of the run of dunes from De Haan, Wenduine comes back to the extended prom and beach formula

Charge




Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 20 minutes
Latitude: 51.301045; Longitude: 3.076416
What3Words: necked.screening.secrecy

Photos


Photo ID: 012451 Photo ID: 012452 Photo ID: 012453 Photo ID: 012454 Photo ID: 012455 Photo ID: 012456 Photo ID: 012457

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Blankenberge Blankenberge No Data

Description


The main resort town on the coast with a vast number of seafront café's, restaurants, kiosks and more. Land trains tour the town and you can even take a stroll down Belgium's only pier

Charge




Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 10 minutes
Latitude: 51.316652; Longitude: 3.129682
What3Words: flank.flips.magnum

Photos


Photo ID: 012403 Photo ID: 012458 Photo ID: 012459 Photo ID: 012460 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Knokke-Heist Knokke-Heist No Data

Description


The last town on the coast heading north is actually two towns. Knokke about 2Km inland houses the train station whilst Heist is the coastal resort. From here buses connect into the southern parts of the Netherlands

Charge




Getting There

From Zeebrugge journey time is around 10 minutes
Latitude: 51.341301; Longitude: 3.240294
What3Words: basing.earplug.consulates

Photos


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Web Link


www.visitflanders.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/07/2014), and on time of last update (13/07/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis No Data

Description


The former stadium of the Roman city, which would have been about 250m long. The furthest end of the stadium is marked on the main shopping street, but the far end turn and seating has been unearthed and is open to look around, including the entrance tunnel. You can look around the main part of the site for free, there is also a 3D film that runs every 40 minutes which recreated the stadium as it would have looked when it was in use. There is a charge for the film, covered by some of the combination tickets

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.147538; Longitude: 24.748118
What3Words: caskets.archives.sandals

Photos


Photo ID: 055226 Photo ID: 055228 Photo ID: 055229 Photo ID: 055231 Photo ID: 055233 Photo ID: 055235 Photo ID: 055303

Web Link


ancient-stadium-plovdiv.eu
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis No Data

Description


Situated between the second and third hills of the city, the amphitheatre is very well preserved with much of the seating and the stage area still standing - including up to two stories of the stage. You can wander around most of the site, including the first floor above the stage.

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.146959; Longitude: 24.751127
What3Words: broken.aged.lied

Photos


Photo ID: 055307 Photo ID: 055382 Photo ID: 055388 Photo ID: 055391 Photo ID: 055392 Photo ID: 055400 Photo ID: 055401

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Balabanov's House Balabanov's House No Data

Description


One of the many historic houses in the Old Town, you can wander around the inside of this spacious building. The upper floor is particularly spectacular with its large central meeting space

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.149941; Longitude: 24.75177
What3Words: stage.crystals.communal

Photos


Photo ID: 055252 Photo ID: 055254 Photo ID: 055256 Photo ID: 055258 Photo ID: 055259 Photo ID: 055263 Photo ID: 055265

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bishops Basilica Bishops Basilica No Data

Description


Unearthed in the 1980s and only fully excavated until 2017 this large basilica building is covered from wall to wall with intricate mosaics. Likely in use up until the 6th century, it's most famous for the mosaic of a peacock surrounded by other birds, which is the symbol of the museum.

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.144088; Longitude: 24.752522
What3Words: respects.explores.lizards

Photos


Photo ID: 055432 Photo ID: 055436 Photo ID: 055437 Photo ID: 055439 Photo ID: 055441 Photo ID: 055443 Photo ID: 055445

Web Link


www.plovdivmosaics.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Clock Hill Clock Hill No Data

Description


The central most of the six surviving hills of the city, and the only one from where you can see all the other hills in the city. The Ottoman clocktower on the top of the hill still chimes the time during the day. The views from here on a clear day are excellent.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.146359; Longitude: 24.746361
What3Words: frame.brave.waxing

Photos


Photo ID: 055341 Photo ID: 055342 Photo ID: 055344 Photo ID: 055347 Photo ID: 055348 Photo ID: 055350 Photo ID: 055352

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Eastern sector of the Roman Stadium Eastern sector of the Roman Stadium No Data

Description


A section of the main stand of the Stadium was discovered when H&M were constructing a new store on the main street in the town centre. Today you can view parts of the structure from the floors of the shop for free or head down into the ruins themselves at a charge. It is worth paying to go down as you can get a better idea of the scale of the structure, especially as you can get down to stadium floor level.

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.1467; Longitude: 24.748548
What3Words: envelope.reacting.audio

Photos


Photo ID: 055325 Photo ID: 055326 Photo ID: 055327 Photo ID: 055329 Photo ID: 055331 Photo ID: 055336 Photo ID: 055340

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hindliyan's House Hindliyan's House No Data

Description


One of the many historic houses in the Old Town, you can wander around the inside of this spacious building. The upper floor is particularly spectacular with its large dining room

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.149924; Longitude: 24.751285
What3Words: vaccines.bits.layered

Photos


Photo ID: 055268 Photo ID: 055269 Photo ID: 055270 Photo ID: 055272 Photo ID: 055273 Photo ID: 055277 Photo ID: 055279

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hisar Kapia Gate Hisar Kapia Gate No Data

Description


One of the icons of the city, the last remaining gate in the old city walls and subject to every Plovdiv Instagram story.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.149781; Longitude: 24.753168
What3Words: lateral.pouting.slacker

Photos


Photo ID: 055280 Photo ID: 055286 Photo ID: 055311 Photo ID: 055312 Photo ID: 055313 Photo ID: 055314 Photo ID: 055315

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

House-Museum Klianti House-Museum Klianti No Data

Description


A restored old house of the city. From a near ruin in the 1990s the building has been carefully restored to how it would have looked in its heyday - consequently a no photography policy is enforced (unless you want to pay an additional fee)

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.147474; Longitude: 24.752338
What3Words: samples.tidying.homes

Photos


Photo ID: 055379 Photo ID: 055380 Photo ID: 055381 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Late Antiquity Building Irene Late Antiquity Building Irene No Data

Description


Found when an underpass was being constructed in the 1980s (at the same time as the Bishops Palace), this building contains several large and intricate mosaics, as well as flagstones from a Roman Road. Outside of the museum in the underpass itself are further Roman ruins.

Charge


Charge, Not included in the combination tickets

Getting There


Latitude: 42.144953; Longitude: 24.751832
What3Words: friday.reshape.painted

Photos


Photo ID: 055316 Photo ID: 055317 Photo ID: 055318 Photo ID: 055319 Photo ID: 055320 Photo ID: 055321 Photo ID: 055322

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Monument of Unification Monument of Unification No Data

Description


1985 statue to mark the 100th anniversary of the unification of Eastern Rumelia (which Plovdiv was the capital of) with the Kingdom of Bulgaria.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.151321; Longitude: 24.744475
What3Words: messing.influencing.smoothly

Photos


Photo ID: 055354 Photo ID: 055355 Photo ID: 055356 Photo ID: 055357 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Pharmacy Museum Hippocrates Pharmacy Museum Hippocrates No Data

Description


Located in one of the many historic houses of the old town, this museum houses a collection of pharmacy related exhibits.

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.148932; Longitude: 24.75224
What3Words: passages.sisters.sweetly

Photos


Photo ID: 055238 Photo ID: 055239 Photo ID: 055240 Photo ID: 055241 Photo ID: 055242 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Regional Archaeological Museum Regional Archaeological Museum No Data

Description


Large archaeological museum looking at finds from in and around Plovdiv. Given its position at the meeting point of multiple empires there are lots of exhibits and artefacts from the last 10,000 years or so.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.151609; Longitude: 24.744987
What3Words: referral.digit.index

Photos


Photo ID: 055358 Photo ID: 055359 Photo ID: 055362 Photo ID: 055364 Photo ID: 055365 Photo ID: 055366 Photo ID: 055268

Web Link


archaeologicalmuseumplovdiv.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Regional Ethnographic Museum Regional Ethnographic Museum No Data

Description


A large museum spread over the many rooms of this very large house - one of the biggest of the historical houses in the city. The collection covers many different parts of everyday life over time in the city.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.150024; Longitude: 24.753143
What3Words: dweller.division.performs

Photos


Photo ID: 055375 Photo ID: 055376 Photo ID: 055377 Photo ID: 055378 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


ethnograph.info
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roman Forum Roman Forum No Data

Description


Another section of the Roman Forum, this time in front of the main Post Office. This section includes several large columns and the outlines of multiple buildings. There are also the flagstones of one of the main roads that ran through the site.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.142663; Longitude: 24.749461
What3Words: dash.salad.juggle

Photos


Photo ID: 055402 Photo ID: 055403 Photo ID: 055404 Photo ID: 055405 Photo ID: 055406 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roman Forum and Odeon Roman Forum and Odeon No Data

Description


The ruins of the old Roman Forum and Odeon, a large section, including the Odeon has been uncovered and preserved and is open to look around. Parts have been lost to modern construction, but the layout of the forum has been recorded on the pavement. There is also a section which work to unearth it has started on the opposite side of the main road, but not progressed much further as of 2024.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.143652; Longitude: 24.750326
What3Words: calculating.dominate.misfits

Photos


Photo ID: 055407 Photo ID: 055409 Photo ID: 055413 Photo ID: 055416 Photo ID: 055420 Photo ID: 055424 Photo ID: 055427

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Small Basilica Small Basilica No Data

Description


A small basilica located about 500m from the Bishops Basilica and discovered around the same time, along with part of the external fortification walls of Philippopolis. Parts of the mosaics and the basic floor plan, including the baptistry remain.

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.146434; Longitude: 24.757969
What3Words: seating.reframe.qualified

Photos


Photo ID: 055448 Photo ID: 055451 Photo ID: 055453 Photo ID: 055454 Photo ID: 055455 Photo ID: 055457 Photo ID: 055460

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

South Round Tower South Round Tower No Data

Description


Close to the gate a part of the city walls have been exposed to reveal both the original Roman and Byzantian construction.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.149384; Longitude: 24.75317
What3Words: nickname.vanilla.farmer

Photos


Photo ID: 055288 Photo ID: 055289 Photo ID: 055290 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sveta Bogoroditsa Church Sveta Bogoroditsa Church No Data

Description


An impressive orthodox church located close to the Ancient Theatre

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.147828; Longitude: 24.750555
What3Words: conquest.took.toxic

Photos


Photo ID: 055304 Photo ID: 055305 Photo ID: 055372 Photo ID: 055373 Photo ID: 055374 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Temple of Saint Archangels View Point Temple of Saint Archangels View Point No Data

Description


High on the top of the second hill this viewpoint has spectacular vistas over the city, the other hills and the mountains in the distance. This is a particularly popular spot if it's clear around sunset.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.146491; Longitude: 24.752254
What3Words: thinking.educated.protest

Photos


Photo ID: 055291 Photo ID: 055292 Photo ID: 055294 Photo ID: 055297 Photo ID: 055298 Photo ID: 055299 Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zlatyu Boyadzhiev Permanent Exhibition Zlatyu Boyadzhiev Permanent Exhibition No Data

Description


Located in one of the many historic houses of the old town, this museum houses a collection of works by artist Zlatyu Boyadzhiev who studied in Plovdiv

Charge


Charge, Various combined tickets available that cover some or all of the Old Plovdiv sites

Getting There


Latitude: 42.149145; Longitude: 24.752585
What3Words: embraced.octopus.approve

Photos


Photo ID: 055243 Photo ID: 055244 Photo ID: 055245 Photo ID: 055246 Photo ID: 055247 Photo ID: 055248 Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2024), and on time of last update (14/10/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ancient Serdica: Inside area Ancient Serdica: Inside area No Data

Description


A significant portion of the excavations are underneath the main North South road and this space has been turned into an enclosed space. This includes a number of mosaics as well as lead pipes in their original Roman locations, along with a couple of the original streets of the Roman city.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.699009; Longitude: 23.322295
What3Words: rattler.taking.observe

Photos


Photo ID: 028962 Photo ID: 028964 Photo ID: 028965 Photo ID: 028966 Photo ID: 028969 Photo ID: 028970 Photo ID: 028975

Web Link


www.sofiahistorymuseum.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ancient Serdica: Outside area Ancient Serdica: Outside area No Data

Description


The ruins of the old Western gate and parts of the walls of ancient Serdica are now located underneath one of the main traffic intersections in the city centre. They form part of a large subway/underpass - meaning you just stumble across them as you cross the road.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.697599; Longitude: 23.323787
What3Words: toffee.sobs.crimson

Photos


Photo ID: 028929 Photo ID: 028932 Photo ID: 028958 Photo ID: 028960 Photo ID: 028961 Photo ID: 028979 Photo ID: 028980

Web Link


www.sofiahistorymuseum.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/10/2019), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Boyana Church Boyana Church No Data

Description


A small church located in what was at one time a separate village from the city, and home to the houses of many of the wealthiest people of the region - hence the money available to richly decorate the inside of the church with frescos. Due to the nature of the art work only 10 people at a time are allowed inside and all photography/filming is strictly banned (and it is enforced!)

Charge


Charge

Getting There

The Church is a stop on routes 64 and 107 that run into the suburbs from the South Western side of the city
Latitude: 42.644638; Longitude: 23.266153
What3Words: shopper.mimics.chats

Photos


Photo ID: 049856 Photo ID: 049858 Photo ID: 049859 Photo ID: 049861 Photo ID: 049862 Photo ID: 049863 Photo ID: 049864

Web Link


www.boyanachurch.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Sightseeing Sofia City Sightseeing Sofia No Data

Description


A circular bus tour of central Sofia, taking in the key sights starting from behind the Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral. An onboard guide gives a full narration as you travel round in English. The journey is in an open-top coach

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.695732; Longitude: 23.333924
What3Words: fire.similar.impulse

Photos


Photo ID: 028943 Photo ID: 028944 Photo ID: 028945 Photo ID: 028946 Photo ID: 028947 Photo ID: 028948 Photo ID: 028950

Web Link


citysightseeing.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Eagle Bridge Eagle Bridge No Data

Description


Note quite as impressive as the Lion's Bridge in part because it's still a major thoroughfare with the main road running across it, At each corner of the bridge is a column on the top of which is an eagle with it's wings spread. The impressiveness of the bridge is in contrast to the small stream, the Perlovska which flows underneath.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.690513; Longitude: 23.337515
What3Words: scoring.grin.announce

Photos


Photo ID: 050034 Photo ID: 050035 Photo ID: 050036 Photo ID: 050037 Photo ID: 050038 Photo ID: 050039 Photo ID: 050040

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Golyam Rezen peak Golyam Rezen peak No Data

Description


The peak is one of the highest points in the Sofia region with an altitude of 2290m. From here there are excellent views over the capital and the surrounding area. Its easy to spot key sights in the city centre, and also to take in quite how small and compact the city is compared to some other European capitals

Charge


Free

Getting There

The peak is reached in a short walk from the top of Vitoshko Lale 2.
Latitude: 42.564365; Longitude: 23.291101
What3Words: action.reviewed.intend

Photos


Photo ID: 029061 Photo ID: 029062 Photo ID: 029063 Photo ID: 029064 Photo ID: 029065 Photo ID: 029066 Photo ID: 029067

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lions' Bridge Lions' Bridge No Data

Description


An impressive bridge with four lions, one on each corner, over the Vladaya River. The main part of the bridge is now only for trams and pedestrians with all other vehicles routed around it on a roundabout making it more pleasant to wander around.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.705085; Longitude: 23.323958
What3Words: shave.hometown.unless

Photos


Photo ID: 050022 Photo ID: 050024 Photo ID: 050026 Photo ID: 050027 Photo ID: 050028 Photo ID: 050032 Photo ID: 050033

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lovers Bridge Lovers Bridge No Data

Description


What could be quite a utilitarian bridge linking the National Palace of Culture Park to the southern parks of the city over a busy part of the inner ring road, it has instead been turned into an outdoor exhibition area, with large display boards showing rotating exhibitions. From the bridge there are also good views of the mountains in the distance.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.68276; Longitude: 23.320194
What3Words: multiple.managers.dozen

Photos


Photo ID: 029023 Photo ID: 029024 Photo ID: 029025 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2019), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

National Archaeological Museum National Archaeological Museum No Data

Description


The museum is built into a former Ottoman era mosque next to the presidential palace in the heart of the city. Inside are a large collection of objects and artefacts from the prehistoric periods through to the Roman era with a large number of funerary monuments and busts.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.696361; Longitude: 23.324588
What3Words: foiled.nasal.faded

Photos


Photo ID: 028995 Photo ID: 028999 Photo ID: 029001 Photo ID: 029002 Photo ID: 029004 Photo ID: 029007 Photo ID: 029010

Web Link


naim.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

National Palace of Culture Park National Palace of Culture Park No Data

Description


One of the parks closest to the centre of the city, and located around the Palace of Culture. The park includes an impressive avenue of fountains and the Temple of Bulgarian Martyrs

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.686323; Longitude: 23.31921
What3Words: overnight.elevator.tailed

Photos


Photo ID: 029016 Photo ID: 029018 Photo ID: 029019 Photo ID: 029020 Photo ID: 029088 Photo ID: 029089 Photo ID: 029090

Web Link


www.ndk.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2019), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

North-East Corner Round Tower North-East Corner Round Tower No Data

Description


Small set of ruins of the North East Tower of the old walls of Serdica, you can't go down into the ruins, but they can be viewed from street level.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.699628; Longitude: 23.324951
What3Words: dare.grumble.daunting

Photos


Photo ID: 029108 Photo ID: 029109 Photo ID: 029110 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.sofiahistorymuseum.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Saint Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral Saint Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral No Data

Description


The impressive golden domed cathedral located on the Eastern side of the old city. Inside it’s a very ornate space with lots of icons. This is the primary church of the Bulgarian Orthodox church - so their equivalent of St Peters in the Vatican, so the impressive show is unsurprising.

Charge


Free, Charge to take photos

Getting There


Latitude: 42.695814; Longitude: 23.332869
What3Words: inner.poet.concerts

Photos


Photo ID: 028871 Photo ID: 028874 Photo ID: 028878 Photo ID: 028879 Photo ID: 028880 Photo ID: 028881 Photo ID: 028895

Web Link


www.cathedral.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/10/2019), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Simeonovo Gondola Lift Simeonovo Gondola Lift No Data

Description


The Gondola lifts run up through two intermediate stations (though the first station is numbered both 2 and 3 as the cars switch from one cable to another inside the station. The total journey to the upper 5th station takes about 30 minutes and covers a distance of over 6KM (and an elevation of well over a 1KM as well)

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for the Gondola and the two chairlifts available

Getting There

From the centre of town take the Blue line metro to the end of the line at Vitosha and change there onto the 122 bus which terminates at the Gondola lift. The bus only runs on days the lift is operating. Alternatively take the Red metro line to G. M. Dimitrov and change there onto a 123 bus, which again terminates at the Gondola lift - this bus runs every day, including days when the lift isn't operating. Journey time for both routes from the centre of town is around 30-60 minutes depending on how well the connections work.
Latitude: 42.616608; Longitude: 23.348594
What3Words: happy.quieter.natural

Photos


Photo ID: 029026 Photo ID: 029029 Photo ID: 029031 Photo ID: 029032 Photo ID: 029039 Photo ID: 029083 Photo ID: 029087

Web Link


www.skivitosha.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sofia History Museum Sofia History Museum No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of Sofia and the surrounding area from prehistoric times through it's Roman and Ottoman growth to the capital of a modern country during the first part of the 20th century.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.699351; Longitude: 23.323667
What3Words: salon.drainage.shunts

Photos


Photo ID: 028953 Photo ID: 028954 Photo ID: 028956 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.sofiahistorymuseum.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. George Archaeological Ruins St. George Archaeological Ruins No Data

Description


Located in the grounds of the church are more of the ruins of the old Roman city, including an impressive hypocaust and evidence of the sewerage system

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.696815; Longitude: 23.323369
What3Words: alarm.trunk.playful

Photos


Photo ID: 028938 Photo ID: 028987 Photo ID: 028988 Photo ID: 028989 Photo ID: 028990 Photo ID: 028991 Photo ID: 028993

Web Link


www.sofiahistorymuseum.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/10/2019), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. George Rotunda St. George Rotunda No Data

Description


The oldest still functioning building in the city - from the 4th century - this small round church has an impressive interior with a large number of icons in a small space

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.696904; Longitude: 23.322901
What3Words: printer.smirks.passage

Photos


Photo ID: 028937 Photo ID: 028983 Photo ID: 028984 Photo ID: 028986 Photo ID: 028992 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


svgeorgi-rotonda.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Sofia Church St. Sofia Church No Data

Description


An impressive 6th century Byzantine church that's still in daily use after some 1500 years.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 42.696507; Longitude: 23.331552
What3Words: huddled.gazette.idea

Photos


Photo ID: 028902 Photo ID: 028903 Photo ID: 028904 Photo ID: 028905 Photo ID: 028906 Photo ID: 028909 Photo ID: 029098

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Sofia Church: The Crypt St. Sofia Church: The Crypt No Data

Description


Located in the crypt of St Sofia this museum houses a number of tombs as well as parts of the ruins of the ancient Roman city. There are even some impressive mosaics located towards the rear of the crypt.

Charge


Charge, Additional charge to take photos

Getting There


Latitude: 42.696628; Longitude: 23.331312
What3Words: lunch.pickles.hits

Photos


Photo ID: 028907 Photo ID: 028908 Photo ID: 028910 Photo ID: 028911 Photo ID: 028912 Photo ID: 028915 Photo ID: 028917

Web Link


www.sofiahistorymuseum.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Traventuria Rila Monastery Tour Traventuria Rila Monastery Tour No Data

Description


A daily tour that leaves from behind the Aleksandar Nevski cathedral and starts by travelling out for two hours to the Rila Monastery where there is a chance to look around and grab a quick bite to eat in the two hour stop. The coach then travels back towards Sofia, stopping in the suburbs to visit the Boyana Church and it's frescos before a final 30 minute drive back to the starting point. You can pay just for the coach with no guiding, for the coach and an audio guide or for the coach and an English Language guide. If there are multiple coaches operating some will go to the Boyana Church first to ease the numbers at this site.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.695615; Longitude: 23.33366
What3Words: tiles.boating.register

Photos


Photo ID: 049798 Photo ID: 049805 Photo ID: 049806 Photo ID: 049816 Photo ID: 049820 Photo ID: 049856 Photo ID: 049860

Web Link


traventuria.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vitoshko Lale 1 Vitoshko Lale 1 No Data

Description


This chairlift is predominantly used in the skiing season, but during summer it can be taken to help get you to the peak of the mountain. The lift climbs several hundred meters over it's 1.3KM length. The ride back down is probably more impressive than the ride up as you can get a full vista of the city

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for the Gondola and the two chairlifts available

Getting There

From the centre of town take the Blue line metro to the end of the line at Vitosha and change there onto the 166 to the end of the line at the foot of the chairlift. Alternatively take the Simeonovo gondola lift to station 4 (NOT the top station) and then it's a short walk down some steps to the base station
Latitude: 42.586162; Longitude: 23.303948
What3Words: spared.keeps.reversed

Photos


Photo ID: 029047 Photo ID: 029048 Photo ID: 029051 Photo ID: 029078 Photo ID: 029079 Photo ID: 029080 Photo ID: 029081

Web Link


www.skivitosha.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vitoshko Lale 2 Vitoshko Lale 2 No Data

Description


This chairlift is predominantly used in the skiing season, but during summer it can be taken to help get you to the peak of the mountain. The lift starts right next door to the top station of Vitoshko Lale 1 so it's a very easy change from one lift to the other The lift climbs several hundred meters over it's 1.3KM length. The ride back down is probably more impressive than the ride up as you can get a full vista of the city and the peaks of the surrounding mountains.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for the Gondola and the two chairlifts available

Getting There

There is no direct access to this lift, the fastest way is to take Vitoshko Lale 1 up to the top where it connects directly with this lift. Alternatively take the Simenovo Gondola Lift to the top station and then it’s a good 20 minute very steep walk up to the base station.
Latitude: 42.576986; Longitude: 23.29485
What3Words: tuxedos.wage.detail

Photos


Photo ID: 029052 Photo ID: 029055 Photo ID: 029058 Photo ID: 029059 Photo ID: 029060 Photo ID: 029070 Photo ID: 027075

Web Link


www.skivitosha.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/10/2019), and on time of last update (20/10/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

V-Travel: Plovdiv Day Tour V-Travel: Plovdiv Day Tour No Data

Description


A full day tour departing from Sofia early in the morning and heading directly to Plovdiv, the second city of the country. After a 2-hour drive you arrive in Plovdiv where the driver/guide conducts a two hour walking tour round the city pointing out the key sights, before you have another 2 hours free time to explore further and to grab lunch. After free time you meet back up close to the Forum and drive the 25 minutes or so to the Asens fortress which you spend about 30 minutes looking round before the two hour drive back to Sofia

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.698942; Longitude: 23.322241
What3Words: locked.rigid.shuttle

Photos


Photo ID: 049891 Photo ID: 049895 Photo ID: 049903 Photo ID: 049921 Photo ID: 049931 Photo ID: 049939 Photo ID: 049986

Web Link


vtravel.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Asens Fortress Asens Fortress No Data

Description


A large fortress protecting the mountain road heading towards Greece. Much of the original fort has been lost, but the chapel is still standing high on a ridge overlooking the valleys weaving their way through the mountains and high above it a small portion of the old fortress from where there are excellent views to be had

Charge


Charge

Getting There

There are buses and trains from Plovdiv to Asenovgrad, but from there is a 2 to 3Km walk uphill to the fortress. It's best visited on a guided tour, or via taxi from Plovdiv.
Latitude: 41.986434; Longitude: 24.872746
What3Words: animator.slumped.blaster

Photos


Photo ID: 049972 Photo ID: 049973 Photo ID: 049974 Photo ID: 049985 Photo ID: 049986 Photo ID: 049988 Photo ID: 049990

Web Link


www.asenova-krepost.eu
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plovdiv: Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis Plovdiv: Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis No Data

Description


The former stadium of the Roman city, which would have been about 250m long. The furthest end of the stadium is marked on the main shopping street, but the far end turn and seating has been unearthed and is open to look around, including the entrance tunnel

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with many of the cultural houses and the theatre available

Getting There


Latitude: 42.147538; Longitude: 24.748127
What3Words: caskets.archives.sandals

Photos


Photo ID: 049920 Photo ID: 049922 Photo ID: 049923 Photo ID: 049953 Photo ID: 049954 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


ancient-stadium-plovdiv.eu
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plovdiv: Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis Plovdiv: Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis No Data

Description


Situated between the second and third hills of the city, the amphitheatre is very well preserved with much of the seating and the stage area still standing - including up to two stories of the stage. You can wander around most of the site, including the first floor above the stage

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with many of the cultural houses and the stadium available

Getting There


Latitude: 42.146982; Longitude: 24.751121
What3Words: friction.logged.gold

Photos


Photo ID: 049939 Photo ID: 049941 Photo ID: 049942 Photo ID: 049943 Photo ID: 049944 Photo ID: 049950 Photo ID: 049951

Web Link


www.oldplovdiv.bg
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plovdiv: Clock Hill Plovdiv: Clock Hill No Data

Description


The central most of the six surviving hills of the city, and the only one from where you can see all the other hills in the city. The Ottoman clocktower on the top of the hill still chimes the time during the day. The views from here on a clear day are excellent.

Charge




Getting There


Latitude: 42.146272; Longitude: 24.746348
What3Words: girder.chapters.really

Photos


Photo ID: 049908 Photo ID: 049909 Photo ID: 049910 Photo ID: 049911 Photo ID: 049914 Photo ID: 049917 Photo ID: 049918

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plovdiv: Roman Forum and Odeon Plovdiv: Roman Forum and Odeon No Data

Description


The ruins of the old Roman Forum and Odeon, a large section, including the Odeon has been uncovered and preserved and is open to look around. Parts have been lost to modern construction, but the layout of the forum has been recorded on the pavement. There is also a section which work to unearth it has started, but not progressed much further as of 2023.

Charge




Getting There


Latitude: 42.143384; Longitude: 24.750379
What3Words: host.aware.fragment

Photos


Photo ID: 049903 Photo ID: 049957 Photo ID: 049959 Photo ID: 049960 Photo ID: 049964 Photo ID: 049966 Photo ID: 049969

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rila Monastery: Defence Tower Rila Monastery: Defence Tower No Data

Description


The oldest part of the monastery, dating back to 1335. The tower was built to help defend the site against attack, and on the top floor there are the remains of a fresco inside a small chapel. From the windows there are good views over the rest of the site.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 42.133686; Longitude: 23.340234
What3Words: uninformed.infests.doorstop

Photos


Photo ID: 049805 Photo ID: 049817 Photo ID: 049826 Photo ID: 049828 Photo ID: 049831 Photo ID: 049833 Photo ID: 049838

Web Link


rilskimanastir.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rila Monastery: Grounds Rila Monastery: Grounds No Data

Description


The largest monastery complex in Bulgaria, with the oldest parts of the building dating back to the 14th century, though most of the current building is younger as it had a tendency to burn down quite regularly. At one point the site was home to 300 monks and their servants/apprentices. Today the highly decorated church in the centre of the complex makes it a UNESCO listed site.

Charge


Free

Getting There

The only way to get to Rila Monastery by public transport is by taking the Traventuria tour bus, or book a private taxi
Latitude: 42.133326; Longitude: 23.339783
What3Words: darkest.milking.staffed

Photos


Photo ID: 049798 Photo ID: 049800 Photo ID: 049802 Photo ID: 049808 Photo ID: 049812 Photo ID: 049813 Photo ID: 049815

Web Link


rilskimanastir.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plovdiv Plovdiv No Data

Description


The second city of the country, and reputedly one of the longest inhabited cities in Europe, with a continuous population dating back over 6000 years. The city was built over seven hills (much like Rome, Lisbon, Edinburgh, Bath etc.!), though in this case the seventh hill was quarries away to create paving blocks so today just six hills remain. The city has lots of Roman remains, along with historic buildings and galleries - being the cultural capital of the country

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Getting There

There are regular bus and train journeys between the first and second cities of the country, taking around 2 to 2.5 hours to make the journey (and up to 4 hours if you get the slowest trains)
Latitude: 42.14486; Longitude: 24.745111
What3Words: strongly.shining.many

Photos


Photo ID: 049899 Photo ID: 049908 Photo ID: 049914 Photo ID: 049923 Photo ID: 049939 Photo ID: 049957 Photo ID: 049966

Web Link


www.visitplovdiv.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2023), and on time of last update (24/10/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ancient Kition Ancient Kition No Data

Description


Beneath most of the centre of modern day Larnaca is the ancient city of Kition that was formed around 1300BCE. In the north of the city centre a small part of the city has been exposed, with several temples and part of the old walls visible. It's likely the site was destroyed around 325BCE with attacks from Alexander the Great.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.923179; Longitude: 33.63049
What3Words: director.wiggles.mouth

Photos


Photo ID: 057036 Photo ID: 057038 Photo ID: 057043 Photo ID: 057044 Photo ID: 057046 Photo ID: 057048 Photo ID: 057050

Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Archaeological Museum of Larnaka District Archaeological Museum of Larnaka District No Data

Description


Museum housing finds from the various archaeological sites across the Larnaca region

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.919109; Longitude: 33.633469
What3Words: status.flags.bachelor

Photos


Photo ID: 056808 Photo ID: 056809 Photo ID: 056810 Photo ID: 056811 Photo ID: 056812 Photo ID: 056813 Photo ID: 056814

Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cape Greco Tour Cape Greco Tour No Data

Description


A half day tour that heads east from Larnaca to Ayia Napa and Cape Greco, the Southeastern most point of both Cyprus and Europe. The tour includes multiple stops along the way at Nissi Beach and the Love Bridge (a large stone arch over the sea) in Ayia Napa before heading onto the Cape Greco to viist a cave under a church, The Crow's Arch natural bridge, a 45 minute hike around the Cape Grecko Nature Reserve and finishing off with a visit to the spectacular sea caves half way between Cape Greco and Ayia Napa before returning to drop-offs at Hotels or in Larnaca.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.97067; Longitude: 34.069856
What3Words: loosens.nametag.hilariously

Photos


Photo ID: 056968 Photo ID: 056971 Photo ID: 056983 Photo ID: 056985 Photo ID: 056990 Photo ID: 056999 Photo ID: 057013

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Finikoudes Beach Finikoudes Beach No Data

Description


The city's main beach - a wide stretch of sandy beach with a very shallow shelf out into the sea making it a safe and popular place.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.913929; Longitude: 33.638651
What3Words: pricing.fact.lied

Photos


Photo ID: 056762 Photo ID: 056763 Photo ID: 057033 Photo ID: 057034 Photo ID: 057035 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hala Sultan Tekkesi Hala Sultan Tekkesi No Data

Description


An historic mosque located on the edge of the Larnaca Salt Lake which is an important pilgrimage site. You can look around the mosque and the gardens as well as take in the views over the lake

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.885291; Longitude: 33.610253
What3Words: mason.hill.reminder

Photos


Photo ID: 056785 Photo ID: 056790 Photo ID: 056791 Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kamares Aqueduct Kamares Aqueduct No Data

Description


Remnants of the 18th century aqueduct that still carried fresh water into the city until the late 1930s

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.912182; Longitude: 33.598335
What3Words: noting.cheaply.onwards

Photos


Photo ID: 056793 Photo ID: 056794 Photo ID: 056795 Photo ID: 056796 Photo ID: 056797 Photo ID: 056798 Photo ID: shim

Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Larnaca Medieval Fort Larnaca Medieval Fort No Data

Description


The remnants of the sea front fort in the city - today only parts of the original structure survive, but you can climb up onto the outer fortifications for views along the beach and imagine how imposing the full fort would have looked like.

Charge


Charge, Includes entrance to Medieval Museum

Getting There


Latitude: 34.910284; Longitude: 33.637638
What3Words: shark.infuses.shortage

Photos


Photo ID: 056753 Photo ID: 056756 Photo ID: 056760 Photo ID: 056761 Photo ID: 056765 Photo ID: 056770 Photo ID: shim

Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Larnaca Medieval Museum Larnaca Medieval Museum No Data

Description


Located inside the Fort the museum tells the history of the city and surrounding area during the medieval period

Charge


Charge, Included in entrance to Fort

Getting There


Latitude: 34.910531; Longitude: 33.637673
What3Words: cotton.boarded.chins

Photos


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Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Love Buses Tour Love Buses Tour No Data

Description


An open top tour of Larnaca and the surrounding countryside that takes about 2.5 hours and includes stops as the church in Kiti, the Hala Sultan Tekkesi and the Kamares Aqueduct. An English language commentary tells you about the key sights.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.912833; Longitude: 33.637908
What3Words: reheat.boomer.brothers

Photos


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Web Link


lovebusessightseeing.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salamis and Famagusta Tour Salamis and Famagusta Tour No Data

Description


A full day tour heading from Larnaca and Ayia Napa across the border and into Northern Cyprus to visit the ancient ruins of Salamis, the ghost town of Varosha and some time to explore the Venetian city of Famagusta. The tour is one of the only easy ways to visit Northern Cyprus from the republic if you don't have your own transport

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 35.073429; Longitude: 33.960134
What3Words: scarcer.participating.litmus

Photos


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St Lazarus Church St Lazarus Church No Data

Description


The main church of the city built on the site of the tomb of St Lazarus (after he died for the final time). As with any Greek Orthodox church it is richly decorated inside and underneath the main part of the church is a small chapel housing the tomb of St Lazarus.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.911524; Longitude: 33.634823
What3Words: reshape.strut.served

Photos


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Web Link


www.agioslazaros.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ayia Napa: Bridge of Love Ayia Napa: Bridge of Love No Data

Description


A stone arch coming out from the cliffs that is a popular spot for people diving into the sea as well as for photographs. The arch is open to the public to climb over with care.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.982559; Longitude: 34.016483
What3Words: starlet.bound.bowtie

Photos


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Ayia Napa: Nissi Beach Ayia Napa: Nissi Beach No Data

Description


Located to the west of the town this shallow beach with a natural causeway over to the small Nissi Island just off shore is a very popular location during the summer months, but in shoulder season you can have the place almost to yourself. Due to the shallowness of the sea the water is warm almost all year round.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.987039; Longitude: 33.967535
What3Words: locomotion.devolves.mining

Photos


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Web Link



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Cape Greco: Crow's Arch Cape Greco: Crow's Arch No Data

Description


An ancient stone arch over the top of caves on the edge of the coast. The arch is now in danger of collapse and has large cracks running through it, so it is closed to the public to walk onto it, but you can still view it from close by

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.971716; Longitude: 34.075393
What3Words: uninvolved.cliff.disappoint

Photos


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Cape Greco: National Park Cape Greco: National Park No Data

Description


A large park that occupies much of the peninsular allowing stunning views over the cape and the coastline back towards Ayia Napa and beyond. You can take the well signposted walk up to the very top of the cliffs to the peace monument and views out over a large part of the island.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.970657; Longitude: 34.069836
What3Words: faddish.piping.unseated

Photos


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Cape Greco: Sea Caves Cape Greco: Sea Caves No Data

Description


Located just below the high cliffs of the National Park these series of caves carved into a horseshoe cliff are a stunning natural phenomenon. The top of the low cliff is only about 30,000 years old having previously been the seafloor and the point where coral was once anchored to it is still clearly evident.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.96838; Longitude: 34.054478
What3Words: juiced.attitudes.knocks

Photos


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Web Link



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Cape Greco: Zangooly cave Cape Greco: Zangooly cave No Data

Description


A large cage located on the Northeastern part of Cape Greco. The cave is located behind and below a small church at the end of the peninsular. You descend down a flight of steps to just above sea level and then walk across rocks to reach the cave itself. The shallow sea with light sand creates beautiful blue colours on the water.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.975881; Longitude: 34.07641
What3Words: restroom.bluffed.infuriate

Photos


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Famagusta: Ravelin Bastion Famagusta: Ravelin Bastion No Data

Description


The largest of the former city gates and the main entrance into the historic city through the Venetian Walls. You can climb up on top of the bastion for views along the walls and into the city centre

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.121651; Longitude: 33.939265
What3Words: pitchers.snowballs.outvoted

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Famagusta: Salamis Famagusta: Salamis No Data

Description


An ancient Greek city state on the east coast of Cyprus which is today a couple of kilometres north of Famagusta - the site includes about half of the original Amphitheatre (the top rows have been lost to earthquakes and war) as well as the Gymnasium and baths. There is also a separate Roman bath complex

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Larnaca the only easy access is on an organised tour
Latitude: 35.185445; Longitude: 33.903123
What3Words: fluffed.grandstand.conjunctive

Photos


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Famagusta: Sea Bastion Famagusta: Sea Bastion No Data

Description


Large city gate located close to the harbour on the Venetian walls. You can climb up the tower of the gate for some of the best views over the old town

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.12603; Longitude: 33.944656
What3Words: basic.ferment.compiled

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Famagusta: St George Church Famagusta: St George Church No Data

Description


The ruins of a former Greek Church close to the cathedral and the sea gate.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.124003; Longitude: 33.943524
What3Words: depart.deductions.covets

Photos


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Famagusta: St Nicholas Cathedral/Lala Mustafa Pasa camii Famagusta: St Nicholas Cathedral/Lala Mustafa Pasa camii No Data

Description


Built by the same team who constructed Reims Cathedral in France this was a Catholic cathedral up until the Ottoman take over of the island at which point it was converted into a mosque, a role it still holds to today. Outside of prayer times visitors are welcome to look inside.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.12492; Longitude: 33.942612
What3Words: pacts.proposition.likenesses

Photos


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Famagusta: Varosha Ghost Town Famagusta: Varosha Ghost Town No Data

Description


Part of Famagusta that was on the front line of the Turkish invasion. Today the area is part of the UN administered buffer zone and has been left abandoned as it was in 1974 when the fighting broke out, complete with partially completed buildings and ones that are slowly starting to decay. You can wander along the streets but you may not enter any of the buildings as they are at risk of collapse at any point.

Charge


Free

Getting There

From Larnaca the only easy access is on an organised tour
Latitude: 35.115795; Longitude: 33.956521
What3Words: wands.cookbooks.harvesting

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nicosia: Büyük Khan Nicosia: Büyük Khan No Data

Description


One of the first buildings completed by the Ottomans when they captured Cyprus in the 16th century - this large lodging Inn with a mosque in the central courtyard was designed to cater for the traders caravans as they passed through the city. Today it's home to a number of restaurants and souvenir shops

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.176264; Longitude: 33.36261
What3Words: routine.retract.painting

Photos


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Nicosia: Eleftheria Square Nicosia: Eleftheria Square No Data

Description


Located in the former moats of the city fortifications the area has been turned into a park and open space with play areas, cafes, water features and plenty of seating - along with lots of access points back up to street level on either side of the moat.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.170129; Longitude: 33.359945
What3Words: fries.rabble.sprain

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nicosia: Ledra Street and Crossing Nicosia: Ledra Street and Crossing No Data

Description


The most famous street in the city and the commercial heart of the Republic. At the top end of the street is the most famous of the border crossings where you can cross from Greek-Cypriot Nicosia into Turkish-Cypriot Nicosia. The process is smooth and efficient as long as you have your passport or ID card to hand - to note at the time I crossed there was no stamping of passports, so you don't need to worry about losing pages of your passport for a quick hop across the border.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.174786; Longitude: 33.361489
What3Words: taken.ordering.fits

Photos


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Nicosia: Shacolas Tower Museum and Observatory Nicosia: Shacolas Tower Museum and Observatory No Data

Description


The highest tower inside the old city walls and from the observation point on the 11th floor there are excellent views over the whole of the city, where you can trace the line of the divide as it cuts through Nicosia. The small exhibition points out key sights as well as a short film that tells the history of the city from founding to division.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 35.171683; Longitude: 33.361665
What3Words: partners.informs.arming

Photos


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Nicosia: Sokmar market Nicosia: Sokmar market No Data

Description


In the heart of the Northern old town, just behind the main crossing point, this market specialises in clothing and jewellery and is bustling during the day with traders.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.175783; Longitude: 33.361712
What3Words: crisis.herring.familiar

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nicosia: The Cyprus Museum Nicosia: The Cyprus Museum No Data

Description


Located just outside the old town this archaeological museum houses a number of collections from across the country, supplementing the regional archaeological museums in the other major cities. Finds on display cover the period from pre-history through to the end of the Roman period on the island.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.171804; Longitude: 33.355551
What3Words: blurts.riding.soil

Photos


Photo ID: 056943 Photo ID: 056944 Photo ID: 056945 Photo ID: 056948 Photo ID: 056950 Photo ID: 056951 Photo ID: 056957

Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nicosia: The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia Nicosia: The Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia No Data

Description


Housed in two mansion houses in the centre of the old town the museum charts the history of Nicosia from the city's founding through to the modern day along with the many twists and turns as it's rulers have changed with increasing rapidity over the centuries. Alongside the core collection there is also a temporary exhibition space which when I visited was showing an exhibition of the process of how the city became to be divided physically.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.170554; Longitude: 33.361838
What3Words: farmland.drive.garages

Photos


Photo ID: 056933 Photo ID: 056934 Photo ID: 056935 Photo ID: 056936 Photo ID: 056939 Photo ID: 056940 Photo ID: 056942

Web Link


leventismuseum.org.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nicosia: Zahra Street Nicosia: Zahra Street No Data

Description


Located in the Northern part of the city this is the location where the divide in the city is most stark. From the cafes up on the fortifications you look across the moat which is now the UN buffer zone over to the Greek Cypriot side and the Ledra Palace

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 35.176983; Longitude: 33.356507
What3Words: things.imported.reshape

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ayia Napa Ayia Napa No Data

Description


Originally just a small fishing village in 1974 the town was chosen to become the new resort town in the Republic with the previous big resort of Varosha now just a ghost town in the buffer zone. Over the last 50 or so years the resort developed into a party town aimed at the young European clubbing crowd and still attracts a younger tourist than the other towns along the coast. The town has a year round population of 5,000 but this can swell to 150,000 at the height of the season so it has a very well developed infrastructure to cope with the numbers.

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Getting There

From Larnaca Buses of OSEA and InterCity Bus provide a relatively regular service to Ayia Napa, taking about an hour to get from centre to centre.
Latitude: 34.98882; Longitude: 34.000323
What3Words: burden.rope.godfather

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cape Greco Cape Greco No Data

Description


The Southeastern most part of both Cyprus and Europe this small cape houses a number of attractions, including stone arches, sea caves and stunning views.

Charge




Getting There

From Larnaca Buses of OSEA and InterCity Bus provide a relatively regular service to Ayia Napa, taking about an hour to get from centre to centre. From there OSEA buses run along the coast to Cape Greco with a high frequency taking about 25 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 34.962408; Longitude: 34.082822
What3Words: glimmer.budding.quelled

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Famagusta Famagusta No Data

Description


Founded around 250BC the city has been through various hands over the millennia including the Byzantines, Arabs, Genoans and Venetians - who have left the largest physical mark on the city with their walls and city plan - the Ottomans and British before become part of an independent Cyprus after the departure of the British and then coming under Turkish rule following the 1974 invasion. Today the city is still dominated by the Venetian walls, but also the Ottoman influence with many of the churches converted to mosques. The centre of the city within the walls is a maze of small streets which you can wander around.

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Getting There

From Larnaca the only easy access is on an organised tour
Latitude: 35.120543; Longitude: 33.938342
What3Words: implicit.sung.bickered

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2025), and on time of last update (17/03/2025) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nicosia Nicosia No Data

Description


The last divided capital in Europe. Nicosia is the capital of both The Republic of Cyprus and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and has been divided since 1964, 10 years before the Turkish invasion the split the island. Today the two communities work together and it's easy to cross back and forth between the two parts of the city, but only at the designated crossing points as the Green Line - the UN administered buffer zone - is still a barrier between the two sides of the city. This counts as an international border so you must have your passport or Identity Card with you to be able to cross.

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Getting There

From Larnaca the InterCity bus runs every 30-60 minutes taking about 75 minutes to make the journey from Finkoudes Beach in Larnaca to the main bus station in Nicosia (Republic of Cyprus side), close to Ledra Street, the heart of the city.
Latitude: 35.173654; Longitude: 33.356049
What3Words: design.season.fury

Photos


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Archaeological Museum of the Lemesos District Archaeological Museum of the Lemesos District No Data

Description


Museum housing a large collection of artefacts from the local district, including items from the ancient cities of Kourion and Amathous either side of the city.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.685312; Longitude: 33.054287
What3Words: local.drilling.motel

Photos


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Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Archaeological Site of Amathous Archaeological Site of Amathous No Data

Description


Site of the ancient city of Amathous, today the remains of the market and several of the buildings are explorable. Down by the seafront there are parts of the remains of the harbour which has long since been lost to the sea.

Charge


Charge. 1, 3 or 7 day ticket for all culture sites available

Getting There

From the centre of town the number 30 bus runs every 10 minutes along the seafront to the site, taking about 25 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 34.711856; Longitude: 33.143423
What3Words: newspaper.fizzles.twirl

Photos


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Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Limassol Castle Limassol Castle No Data

Description


The city's castle which also houses a museum about medieval Cyprus. From the top of the castle there are views over the city

Charge


Charge. 1, 3 or 7 day ticket for all culture sites available

Getting There


Latitude: 34.672277; Longitude: 33.041606
What3Words: combining.order.cocktail

Photos


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Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Limassol Zoo Limassol Zoo No Data

Description


Located in the Municipal Garden the small zoo houses a number of exhibits of mostly small animals (a couple of cows, some Pelicans, three Llamas and an Emu being the largest) in a number of exhibit spaces. There is also a small reptile house and a separate small aquarium.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.683368; Longitude: 33.055393
What3Words: insist.recline.lentil

Photos


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Web Link


limassolzoo.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Molos Molos No Data

Description


The promenades running along the seafront in central Limassol, including boardwalks and small piers.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.675675; Longitude: 33.04889
What3Words: homing.forced.always

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Municipal Garden Municipal Garden No Data

Description


Located to the East of the old town this park occupies a whole city block and includes several different areas including planting, children's playground and treelines paths to walk along. The gardens is also home to the city's zoo

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.682182; Longitude: 33.054985
What3Words: fades.pitchers.finest

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Episkopi: Agios Ermogenis Episkopi: Agios Ermogenis No Data

Description


A small orthodox church made out of rough cut stone by the bus stop closest to the access path to ancient Kourion. If the door is open you can pop inside to take in the icon and small chapel.

Charge


Free

Getting There

From Limassol the Number 16 Bus runs about every 45 minutes towards Kourion Beach, taking about 45 minutes to make the journey, get off at the stop for Agios Ermogenis and from there it's a five to ten minute walk up hill to the entrance to the archaeological park
Latitude: 34.662937; Longitude: 32.891114
What3Words: pathfinder.turnaround.bruisers

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Episkopi: Ancient Kurion Episkopi: Ancient Kurion No Data

Description


The ruins of the city of Kourion destroyed in an earthquake in the 4th century. Today there are significant remains over the site including a major Forum/Agora/Public Baths Complex along with an early Christian Basilica and a restored theatre.

Charge


Charge. 1, 3 or 7 day ticket for all culture sites available

Getting There

From Limassol the Number 16 Bus runs about every 45 minutes towards Kourion Beach, taking about 45 minutes to make the journey, get off at the stop for Agios Ermogenis and from there it's a five to ten minute walk up hill to the entrance to the archaeological park
Latitude: 34.664763; Longitude: 32.88889
What3Words: rousing.traction.downtime

Photos


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Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kolossi: Castle Kolossi: Castle No Data

Description


This castle was originally built during the period of the crusades. Today there is not much to see inside, but you can climb up to the roof for views over the local landscape

Charge


Charge. 1, 3 or 7 day ticket for all culture sites available

Getting There

From Limassol the Numbers 16 or 27 Buses run about every 30-45 minutes combined towards Kolossi, taking about 25 minutes to make the journey, get off at the stop on the main road and then it's about a 10 minute walk to the castle
Latitude: 34.66516; Longitude: 32.934174
What3Words: bargain.thwarts.squabble

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Web Link


www.culture.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/01/2024), and on time of last update (28/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Agia Solomoni Catacomb Agia Solomoni Catacomb No Data

Description


A small carved catacomb that still houses religious icons and a fable that tying a piece of cloth to the tree that grows out of the side of the carved walls will cure all ills.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.761316; Longitude: 32.412378
What3Words: sympathy.vanish.gossip

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Agiou Lambrianou Catacomb Agiou Lambrianou Catacomb No Data

Description


A carved catacomb that drops deep below the street level with a number of different antechambers

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.761776; Longitude: 32.412014
What3Words: pancake.succeed.hidden

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Archaeological Site of Nea Paphos Archaeological Site of Nea Paphos No Data

Description


The remains of over a millennia of history on the site with ancient Greek and Roman remains sitting alongside Byzantine and Venetian remains across this large site. To do it justice you need several hours to look round all the sites. I visited in mid-October before bad weather was predicted so several of the outside mosaics were in the process of being covered with sand to protect them from the rain, but the largest collection is housed under shelter so is open to view all year round.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.756022; Longitude: 32.40836
What3Words: protests.highs.folk

Photos


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Web Link


www.mcw.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Atrium Atrium No Data

Description


Ruins of a former Basilica church with multiple aisles and mosaic floors. It's also supposed to be the place where St Paul was tied to a pillar and lashed 39 times for attempting to covert the local population to Christianity.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.757892; Longitude: 32.413624
What3Words: axed.flaked.stray

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cyprus through the ages tour Cyprus through the ages tour No Data

Description


This is a full day tour starting in Paphos and heading out West into the Cypriot countryside. The tour starts by heading to a view point over Aphrodite's Rock where you can take some photos before continuing along the coast to the archaeological site at Kourion where the guide takes you round a small part of the site. From there the next stop is the castle at Kolossi where you have about 25 minutes to explore the building before the coach drives up into the Troodos mountains where you visit a winery to sample some of the local products before a final drive to the highest point of the tour in the village of Foini where there is a stop for an included lunch. After lunch the bus heads back down the mountains to the village of Omodos to look round the historic church and monastery, as well as some free time to explore the village before the coach heads back to Paphos.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.755456; Longitude: 32.418759
What3Words: shoppers.float.fortress

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fabrika Hill Fabrika Hill No Data

Description


Large set of archaeological remains, including a view point over the Hellenic Theatre as well as the impressive passageways up through the hill from a giant cavern at the bottom to smaller tombs and coves towards the top of the hill.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.762431; Longitude: 32.413131
What3Words: rival.yappy.trams

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Paphos Castle Paphos Castle No Data

Description


Originally a Byzantine castle the building was adapted by the occupying forces over the years taking on its current form during the Venetian period of the island. Inside there isn't much to see as there are no displays, but there are good views of the harbour to be had from the top of the roof.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.753665; Longitude: 32.406962
What3Words: grazed.erupted.warns

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Paphos Red Bus Tour Paphos Red Bus Tour No Data

Description


An hourly hop-on-hop-off tour bus that takes in the main sights in the city, including running along the main strip serving many of the big hotels. A pre-recorded English Language commentary is provided. At the time of visiting roadworks meant it wasn't possible for the tour to get into the centre of the upper town.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 34.756648; Longitude: 32.411534
What3Words: mattress.wasp.mirror

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tombs of the Kings Tombs of the Kings No Data

Description


A collection of around 100 different tombs, all carved from the rock, whilst some are simple cells there are others that are intricate carved catacombs, with multiple niches and even buildings carved from the rock. No kings or queens were buried here, but instead it was likely to be high ranking families building the tombs for multiple generations of deceased. 8 of the most impressive tombs have specific guiding. You can climb down into may of the tombs, though in a lot of cases the steps are steep and not well maintained.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Harbour area the best way to reach the Kings Tomb is either by the hop-on-hop-off bus which stops right at the entrance, or to take the 615 bus which runs every 10-15 minutes and stops near the entrance. Otherwise it's a good 40 minute uphill walk to get there
Latitude: 34.774934; Longitude: 32.407254
What3Words: losses.thank.self

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Web Link


www.mcw.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ancient Kourion Ancient Kourion No Data

Description


The ruins of the city of Kourion destroyed in an earthquake in the 4th century. Today there are significant remains over the site but two of the most important parts are near the main visitors centre with the House of Eustolios and the Amphitheatre.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

Best accessed via a guided tour, alternatively take an intercity bus to Limassol and change there onto the number 16 bus (about every 45 minutes, takes 45 minutes) which terminates a short distance form the bottom of the hill that Kourion sits on.
Latitude: 34.664763; Longitude: 32.88889
What3Words: rousing.traction.downtime

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Web Link


www.mcw.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (26/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aphrodite's Rock View Point Aphrodite's Rock View Point No Data

Description


Supposedly the birth place of the goddess Aphrodite, this natural formation of three rocks stacks sticking out of the sea is a natural wonder in of itself without the mystical addition of a Greek goddess.

Charge


Free

Getting There

There is no access via public transport, the only access would be on a guided tour or an expensive taxi ride from Paphos
Latitude: 34.672793; Longitude: 32.606686
What3Words: debility.gravel.boasts

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kolossi Castle Kolossi Castle No Data

Description


This castle was originally built during the period of the crusades. Today there is not much to see inside, but you can climb up to the roof for views over the local landscape

Charge


Charge

Getting There

Best accessed via a guided tour, alternatively take an intercity bus to Limassol and change there onto the number 16 or 27 bus to Kolossi (every 30-45 minutes combined, 25 minutes journey time). Get off at the bus stop on the main road and then it's about a 10 minute walk to the castle
Latitude: 34.66516; Longitude: 32.934174
What3Words: bargain.thwarts.squabble

Photos


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Web Link


www.mcw.gov.cy
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (26/01/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Omodos: Ktima Gerolemo Omodos: Ktima Gerolemo No Data

Description


A small winery specialising in Cypriot wines and spirits. As part of the tour I went on we stopped here for a brief explanation on how their wines are produced, along with a tasting of 7 of their wines and the local spirit.

Charge


Free

Getting There

The only way to access the winery is with your own transport or on an organised tour. There is no public transport access close to the Winery
Latitude: 34.864123; Longitude: 32.802247
What3Words: modest.drainage.uttered

Photos


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Web Link


ktimagerolemo.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Omodos: Timios Stavros Monastery Omodos: Timios Stavros Monastery No Data

Description


Originally built around 210AD this church has been maintained for nearly 2,000 years in the same condition - though with the addition of new icons and screens a mere 400 years ago. The church houses holy relics including the Holy Hemp, a portion of the rope used to bind Jesus' hands after his arrest, as well as two small fragments of the cross. Unlike many Orthodox churches you are permitted to take photos inside.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 34.847626; Longitude: 32.808734
What3Words: fantasy.studying.deems

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Omodos Omodos No Data

Description


Small town located in the Troödos Mountains, famous for it's monastery which houses what is claimed to be a portion of the rope that tied Jesus' hands when he was arrested and two small fragments of the cross. The town occupies a pretty position in a valley with the mountains around it.

Charge




Getting There

Best accessed via a guided tour as there is very limited access via public transport with only a couple of buses a day from Limassol with either only minutes or the whole day in Omodos
Latitude: 34.848056; Longitude: 32.808333
What3Words: pitching.boringly.eclipse

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/10/2022), and on time of last update (18/10/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Astronomical Clock Astronomical Clock No Data

Description


Striking every hour to a fanfare of applause from tourists. One of the best places to watch it from is the cafe across the street on the 1st floor. From here you can watch not only the clock but also the pickpockets at work!

Charge


Free to watch from the ground but you will need to purchase something from the cafe if you want to watch from there

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087007; Longitude: 14.420706
What3Words: caves.strength.slave

Photos


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Web Link


orloj.com/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/04/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle Castle No Data

Description


The castle is about the most dominant feature on the Prague skyline, with the palaces stretching along the ridge of the hill, and the Cathedral dominating the sky behind them. The castle grounds and gardens are open with most areas free to look around, though there are charges to enter some of the buildings, and a few areas of the castle grounds are by admission fee.

Charge


Free to look around the site. Charge for entry to buildings and exhibitions

Getting There


Latitude: 50.090246; Longitude: 14.398988
What3Words: confused.logged.weekends

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle: Golden Lane Castle: Golden Lane No Data

Description


Golden Lane is an example of what a typical Bohemian street would have looked like in the middle ages, sadly most of the buildings have been turned into souvenir shops.

Charge


Available in combination ticket for either a short visit (1 day) or long visit (2 days)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.092046; Longitude: 14.404165
What3Words: ruby.mostly.tokens

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle: Great South Tower Castle: Great South Tower No Data

Description


The strenuous 400+ step climb (straight up, no stops, no landings) to the top of the Great South Tower of the Cathedral is exhausting, but when you get to the top what breath you have left is taken away by the stunning views out over the city, with the Vltava snaking its way through and the hills surrounding it's impossible not to be impressed by the views from up here.

Charge


Additional charge on top of other entry charges for the castle

Getting There


Latitude: 50.090672; Longitude: 14.400378
What3Words: kebabs.status.feelers

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle: Old Royal Palace Castle: Old Royal Palace No Data

Description


Several rooms in the Old Royal Palace are open to look around

Charge


Available in combination ticket for either a short visit (1 day) or long visit (2 days)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.090507; Longitude: 14.401231
What3Words: winks.spare.silently

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle: Powder Tower Castle: Powder Tower No Data

Description


The powder tower contains a small exhibition on the castle guard and how the castle has been defended in the past

Charge


Available in combination ticket for long visit (2 days)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.091395; Longitude: 14.40034
What3Words: misted.haunts.dolphin

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle: St Vitus Cathedral Castle: St Vitus Cathedral No Data

Description


The massive cathedral is an unmistakeable landmark across the city. Inside the soaring ceiling and stained glass take you away from the fact that it's absolutely heaving with tourists.

Charge


Available in combination ticket for either a short visit (1 day) or long visit (2 days)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.090865; Longitude: 14.3999
What3Words: freshen.spelling.plot

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Castle: St. George's Basilica Castle: St. George's Basilica No Data

Description


The small Basilica church behind the Cathedral is open to look around

Charge


Available in combination ticket for either a short visit (1 day) or long visit (2 days)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.091216; Longitude: 14.402475
What3Words: partners.seated.crass

Photos


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Web Link


www.hrad.cz/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cellars of the old town hall Cellars of the old town hall No Data

Description


Located in the same building as the astronomical clock (and also housing the tourist information centre). You can wander through the extensive cellars and vaults of the town hall

Charge


Small Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087014; Longitude: 14.42047
What3Words: lookout.suddenly.frame

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/10/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Charles Bridge Charles Bridge No Data

Description


Towers at either end can be climbed. Best place to get good views of this spectacular bridge. Small exhibition on music on two floors of the tower on the old town side of the bridge.

Charge


Free to walk across bridge, Charge to climb either tower, Joint ticket with other towers of Prague available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.086528; Longitude: 14.411284
What3Words: scoring.bedrooms.beaker

Photos


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Web Link


www.muzeumprahy.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2001), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Churches Churches No Data

Description


There are a large number of spectacular churches in and around the centre of Prague. All are well worth a visit if you have the time. Some of the most spectacular are: St. Michael's (near the astronomical clock in the old town square); St. Jacob's (Just back from the old town square on one of the side roads heading towards the powder tower; St. Michael's (Just up from the Charles Bridge on the castle side of the river)

Charge


Depends on church some are free others ask for a small admission charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087494; Longitude: 14.422428
What3Words: humidity.possibly.belonged

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/04/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ghost Walk Ghost Walk No Data

Description


Ghost walks operate from outside the astronomical clock most evenings and are well worth going on only if to get a better idea of where things are in Prague from a resident (watch out for the ghouls as some nights they appear!)

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.086867; Longitude: 14.420803
What3Words: roofs.rewarded.tunes

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/10/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Metronome Metronome No Data

Description


This large scale working metronome replaced the former statue of Stalin that stared down on the old town square. It now offers panoramic views of the city

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.09473; Longitude: 14.415951
What3Words: enabling.cutaway.softest

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/04/2001), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mirror Maze Mirror Maze No Data

Description


Located on the top of the same hills that the castle rests on this small mirror maze is quite fun as a distraction for a short while. Located near the funicular railway stop (this is the easiest way to get to it though the parkland makes for quite a nice walk back down)

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with the Petrin Observation Tower available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.080704; Longitude: 14.3971
What3Words: tables.threaten.backers

Photos


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Web Link


www.muzeumprahy.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/04/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Petrin Observation Tower Petrin Observation Tower No Data

Description


The observation tower is a scaled down version of the Eiffel Tower and from the observation platform on the top there are excellent views over the whole of Prague, including the old town and the castle. It's worth paying the extra and taking the lift up to the observation platform as it's a lot of steps, and quite exposed towards the top

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with the Mirror Maze available. Joint ticket with other towers available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.083585; Longitude: 14.395035
What3Words: bossy.lobby.embodied

Photos


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Web Link


www.muzeumprahy.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Powder Tower Powder Tower No Data

Description


Large tower with excellent views of the city from the top. Climb has 3 stops on way. 1st floor has cash desk and small exhibition on the tower, 2nd floor has more details on the tower and its role in the city 3rd floor in the eves of the tower is an exhibition of photographs of Prague then step out onto the walkway that runs around the outside for the views

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other towers of Prague available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087145; Longitude: 14.427829
What3Words: pining.each.patrol

Photos


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Web Link


www.muzeumprahy.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Puppet Theater - Don Giovanni Puppet Theater - Don Giovanni No Data

Description


The first ever recital of Don Giovanni by Mozart was given in Prague so it is fitting that they manage to bring this and the art or puppetry together for this highly entertaining and witty presentation of one of Mozart's most famous operas.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087695; Longitude: 14.417689
What3Words: tropic.ears.another

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/10/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Town Hall Tower: Clock Figures Town Hall Tower: Clock Figures No Data

Description


You can go up inside the tower of the town hall, to the back of the astronomical clock to get a better view of the figures that display when the clock is in full swing

Charge


Small Charge. Additional charge to view back of clock

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087041; Longitude: 14.420339
What3Words: boarding.loans.enacts

Photos


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Web Link


orloj.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/10/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Town Hall Tower: Viewing Platform Town Hall Tower: Viewing Platform No Data

Description


There is a viewing platform at the top of the town hall tower from where you can get stunning views down into the town hall square. It's also the only tower in the centre of the old town that has a lift all the way to the top (or a ramp to almost the top and then about 30 steps up a spiral staircase).

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other towers of Prague available

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087172; Longitude: 14.421648
What3Words: fattest.monopoly.ramp

Photos


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Web Link


orloj.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/10/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

TV Tower TV Tower No Data

Description


The TV Tower was originally planned to block the transmissions from the West but by the time it was completed communism had fallen. Express lifts take you to the viewing platforms and to a restaurant and cafe with spectacular views over the city

Charge


Small Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.081086; Longitude: 14.451109
What3Words: staring.reveal.onwards

Photos


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Web Link


www.tower.cz/english
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vltava Cruise (Cruise Prague) Vltava Cruise (Cruise Prague) No Data

Description


Leaving from the piers below the InterContinental hotel this company offers a number of tours including 1 hour tours that take in the main stretch of water down to the other side of the Charles Bridge and back, and longer tours that continue through the lock and down to Vysehrad. The tours are all accompanied by a multi-lingual commentary

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.092039; Longitude: 14.416686
What3Words: alarming.chill.octopus

Photos


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Web Link


www.cruise-prague.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vltava Cruise (Prague Steamboat Company) Vltava Cruise (Prague Steamboat Company) No Data

Description


Several companies offer hour long cruises down the Vltava towards Vysehrad and back. The company I chose was located closest to Vysehrad, the other side of the weirs and locks from the centre of Prague so I thought it would offer a better tour. Whilst you do get to see more, there is no on-board commentary (not even in Czech) so you were left without any knowledge of what you had just seen

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.074501; Longitude: 14.413494
What3Words: quintet.vineyard.bangle

Photos


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Web Link


www.praguesteamboats.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vysehrad Vysehrad No Data

Description


This small fortress just south of Prague centre is well worth a visit. It houses the cemetery that is the final resting place of the countries artists, poets and writers along with a beautiful church, and a couple of galleries and exhibits

Charge


Free to look around the site. Charge for entry to the churches, galleries and exhibitions

Getting There


Latitude: 50.062532; Longitude: 14.419352
What3Words: garage.touches.pumps

Photos


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Web Link


www.praha-vysehrad.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/10/2001), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Waldstein Gardens Waldstein Gardens No Data

Description


The gardens are the grounds of the former Waldstein palace, now the Senate of the Czech Parliament. Hidden behind high walls beneath the castle you can enjoy quiet and tranquil surroundings, stunning views up to the castle, and the slightly crazed approach of the former owner to stalactites

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.089929; Longitude: 14.406799
What3Words: promoted.deal.runner

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zizka monument Zizka monument No Data

Description


Massive monument erected before communism but then adapted to become the tomb for the dead leaders of Czechoslovakia. They were removed when communism fell and is now not used but still an impressive structure (well worth the steep climb)

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.088411; Longitude: 14.449189
What3Words: pinch.traps.revised

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sedlec: Ossuary Sedlec: Ossuary No Data

Description


The home of the bones. Originally a popular place to be interned when you died, eventually becoming overrun by bones some 40,000 sets of remains. An architect was called in to do something and that something was coats or arms, chandeliers and other sculptures all using human bone.

Charge


Small Charge, additional charge for photography or video

Getting There


Latitude: 49.961815; Longitude: 15.288232
What3Words: waffled.means.signals

Photos


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Web Link


www.kostnice.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kutna Hora: St. Barbara's Cathedral Kutna Hora: St. Barbara's Cathedral No Data

Description


An odd looking cathedral from the outside with 3 almost pyramid towers. On the inside a subtle and understated cathedral with some good wall paintings

Charge


Small Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.944917; Longitude: 15.263561
What3Words: rated.enable.trusts

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kutna Hora & Sedlec Kutna Hora & Sedlec No Data

Description


Kutna Hora, located about 80KM was once home to the silver industry in the Czech Republic. The location became so wealthy that more people wanted to be buried in the small chapel in Sedlec than it could cope with, but that didn't stop people. In the end over 40,000 sets of remains had piled up and something had to be done. That something was the ossuary at Sedlec

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Getting There

Trains to Kutna Hora (Hlavni nadrazi) leave from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi (the main central station) and take about 65 minutes. From Kutna Hora station you can either get a bus straight into Kutna Hora or walk about 1/4 mile to the Ossuary as the station is in fact in Sedlec. From the station walk up the road towards the road bridge and turn up the side road so that you come up onto the road that was running over the railway. After a short while you will come to the Philip Morris factory/museum and a church and down a side street on the other side of the road you should be able to make out a small chapel. This is the ossuary.
Latitude: 49.948238; Longitude: 15.268003
What3Words: plant.quit.jacuzzi

Photos


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Web Link


www.kutnahora.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2001), and on time of last update (01/05/2002) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zoo Zoo No Data

Description


Located to the north of the city the zoo houses a large number of exhibits. Large parts of the zoo have undergone major renovation and expansion with large spaces for many of the species on show, however in a few locations there did appear to be a few cramped cages and in lots of locations the animals were pacing around a lot.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.116828; Longitude: 14.411026
What3Words: compose.older.skirt

Photos


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Web Link


www.zoopraha.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Nicholas Church St Nicholas Church No Data

Description


A massive church located in the area behind the Charles Bridge, inside it's awash with golden statues and elaborate carvings. You can climb the belfry for views over this part of town, though as it's in the shadow of the castle the views are a bit restricted in that direction

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.087983; Longitude: 14.402943
What3Words: parrot.nurse.sleeper

Photos


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Web Link


www.stnicholas.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Strelecky ostrov Strelecky ostrov No Data

Description


This small island in the middle of the Vltava offers excellent views of the Charles Bridge as well as being a quiet get away from the bustle of the city centre

Charge


Free

Getting There

Access is via the steps or lift from the centre of Most Legii which runs from behind the National Theatre to near the funicular, one bridge upstream from the Charles Bridge
Latitude: 50.082008; Longitude: 14.409946
What3Words: bucket.shell.dealings

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plzen: Katedrála svatého Bartolomeje (Cathedral of St Bartholomew) Plzen: Katedrála svatého Bartolomeje (Cathedral of St Bartholomew) No Data

Description


This very large church, with it's massive spire visible from across the city, is home to the tallest church tower in Middle Europe. At the time of visiting most of the church was locked with just the area at the rear of the church open to visitors

Charge


Free, Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 49.747475; Longitude: 13.377532
What3Words: noticing.next.pouch

Photos


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Web Link


www.katedralaplzen.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plzen: Katedrála svatého Bartolomeje Tower Plzen: Katedrála svatého Bartolomeje Tower No Data

Description


You can climb the steps of the tower for views over the city and the surrounding countryside

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.747576; Longitude: 13.377304
What3Words: systems.visits.common

Photos


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Web Link


www.katedralaplzen.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plzen: Pivovarske Muzeum V Plzni (Pilsen Brewery Museum) Plzen: Pivovarske Muzeum V Plzni (Pilsen Brewery Museum) No Data

Description


The museum is located on the site of one of the former breweries of the city and sits above a labyrinth of tunnels built by the brewers over the ages. The museum tells the history of brewing in Plzen along with how Pilsner was created.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.748891; Longitude: 13.380683
What3Words: prosper.shades.opinion

Photos


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Web Link


www.prazdrojvisit.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plzen: Plzenske Historicke Podzemi (Pilsen Historical Underground) Plzen: Plzenske Historicke Podzemi (Pilsen Historical Underground) No Data

Description


Located under the city centre there are around 40Km of tunnels and cellars that were built by the brewers over time as they looked to store their wares. Today you can take a 60 minutes guided walk around a section of the tunnels (about 1Km). At least one tour a day is conducted in English, otherwise there are English language audio guides for all other tours.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.748815; Longitude: 13.380738
What3Words: workforce.locked.crusted

Photos


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Web Link


www.plzenskepodzemi.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plzen: Send Na Parkanu Plzen: Send Na Parkanu No Data

Description


Located next to the museum this traditional Czech pub offers the chance to sample some of the city's produce

Charge


Charge, free drink vouchers come with both the Museum and tour tickets

Getting There


Latitude: 49.748729; Longitude: 13.380854
What3Words: swan.bump.magical

Photos


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Web Link


www.naparkanu.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Plzen Plzen No Data

Description


Located around 90Km west of Prague, Pilzen is the fourth largest city of the Czech Republic, but is perhaps best known as the birthplace of Pilsner beer. Home to the tallest church tower in Middle Europe, a complex of underground tunnels, several museum and the Pilsner Urquell brewery it makes a pleasant day trip from Prague

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Getting There

Hourly trains run from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi (Plzen hl.n.) taking around 1 hour 40 to make the journey. It's a short, and well signposted, walk from the station to the historic city centre and all the main attractions
Latitude: 49.747159; Longitude: 13.377498
What3Words: mildest.winded.tokens

Photos


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Web Link


www.pilsen.eu/tourist
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2016), and on time of last update (27/12/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral: Towers Cathedral: Towers No Data

Description


You can climb the 120 odd steps to the top of the roof of the church from where the two towers are linked under the eves. Each tower has a small viewing platform from which you can get views over the city centre and wider countryside.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for Treasury and Towers

Getting There


Latitude: 49.190898; Longitude: 16.607653
What3Words: hike.promise.ideal

Photos


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Web Link


www.katedrala-petrov.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral: Treasury Cathedral: Treasury No Data

Description


The treasury is located above the body of the church in one of the towers, it includes the usual assortment of robes, monstrances, Reliquaries and gold and silverware.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for Treasury and Towers

Getting There


Latitude: 49.190979; Longitude: 16.607656
What3Words: shuttle.drives.dishing

Photos


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Web Link


www.katedrala-petrov.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Tour City Tour No Data

Description


The Tourist Information Centre runs several guided bus tours around the city that take in the key sights. There is a one hour tour that stays in the centre of town, a two hour tour - which I did - that goes out slightly further into the suburbs, and an extended tour that goes out to the Brno-Dam and includes a boat trip. A guide from the tourist office is on the bus to explain the sights, or there are multi-lingual audio guides available.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.195542; Longitude: 16.614332
What3Words: agenda.tolls.outings

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hrad Spilberk: Brno Museum Hrad Spilberk: Brno Museum No Data

Description


The Brno museum, located in the castle, tells some of the history of the town, including exhibitions on life in the city through the ages

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Castle attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.194297; Longitude: 16.599001
What3Words: varieties.cricket.travels

Photos


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Web Link


www.spilberk.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hrad Spilberk: Casemates Hrad Spilberk: Casemates No Data

Description


The casemates beneath the castle were originally built for storage and housing soldiers, but were quickly adapted to become prison cells. The virtually the whole space underneath the castle at two different levels.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Castle attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.193919; Longitude: 16.599838
What3Words: holly.warnings.fires

Photos


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Web Link


www.spilberk.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hrad Spilberk: From Castle to Fortress Hrad Spilberk: From Castle to Fortress No Data

Description


This exhibition traces the history of the castle from it's creation through decline and then rebuilding as a major fortress.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Castle attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.194571; Longitude: 16.598786
What3Words: prime.emerald.jokers

Photos


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Web Link


www.spilberk.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hrad Spilberk: Galleries Hrad Spilberk: Galleries No Data

Description


The castle has several galleries with permanent exhibitions of the city's collection of artworks, including galleries devoted to renaissance, modernist & cubist and modern art. There are also galleries for changing exhibitions

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Castle attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.194451; Longitude: 16.599473
What3Words: crisps.outfit.plot

Photos


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Web Link


www.spilberk.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hrad Spilberk: Prison of Nations Hrad Spilberk: Prison of Nations No Data

Description


This exhibition continues on from the Castle to Fortress exhibition and explains how the site was turned into a prison, at one time housing prisoners from multiple nations brought together by their opposition to the Hapsburg empire that was ruling at the time

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Castle attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.194802; Longitude: 16.599097
What3Words: harmony.stumps.serious

Photos


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Web Link


www.spilberk.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hrad Spilberk: View Tower Hrad Spilberk: View Tower No Data

Description


The tower of the castle offers views over the city centre and the surrounding countryside.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all Castle attractions available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.194487; Longitude: 16.600009
What3Words: nearly.flanks.sitting

Photos


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Web Link


www.spilberk.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kapucínská hrobka (Capuchin Crypt) Kapucínská hrobka (Capuchin Crypt) No Data

Description


The Crypt of the Capuchin Holy Cross church has a special environment which allows bodies to become mummified rather than rotting away. For many years both the nobility and Monks were interred down here. Today you can wonder round the slightly gruesome exhibition of dead bodies, some of them still with teeth, nails and bits of clothing still intact.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.191368; Longitude: 16.610065
What3Words: breeding.release.javelin

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Katedrála sv. Petra a Pavla (Cathedral) Katedrála sv. Petra a Pavla (Cathedral) No Data

Description


Located on the top of Petrov Hill the cathedral, along with the castle, dominates the skyline of the city. Inside the cathedral itself there isn't that much to see as most of the space is roped off for private prayer.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.190991; Longitude: 16.607246
What3Words: robot.ticked.addicted

Photos


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Web Link


www.katedrala-petrov.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kostnice u sv. Jakuba (St James' Ossuary) Kostnice u sv. Jakuba (St James' Ossuary) No Data

Description


Following renovation works an Ossuary was discovered beneath St James' church piled floor to ceiling high with bones. Many have been reinterred in other locations but some of the skulls and long bones have been retained and used to decorate the walls of the Ossuary

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.196339; Longitude: 16.608021
What3Words: mimic.stunner.puppy

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Labyrint pod Zelnym trhem (Labyrinth) Labyrint pod Zelnym trhem (Labyrinth) No Data

Description


Located underneath Zelny trh (the Cabbage Market) the original storage cellars of the houses and stalls grew over time to merge together into a massive labyrinth that stretches the whole way under the market, and down to some 12m below the street level in places. A tour guide takes you round on a 40 minute walk through many of the cellars and pathways.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.192918; Longitude: 16.609357
What3Words: vocals.bedroom.jars

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mincmistrovský sklep (Mintmasters Cellar) Mincmistrovský sklep (Mintmasters Cellar) No Data

Description


Located on the site of the former royal chapel, today the cellars show some of the detail of the chapel, destroyed in the first part of the 20th century, as well as tell the story of making coins in the city.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.194301; Longitude: 16.605932
What3Words: fluid.treaties.emperor

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stará radnice Oteviraci doba (Town Hall Observation Tower) Stará radnice Oteviraci doba (Town Hall Observation Tower) No Data

Description


The tower of the old town hall dominates the city centre. You can climb the 170 or so stairs to the viewing platform beneath the spire for views over the city centre and across to the hills that the castle and the cathedral sit on.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.193095; Longitude: 16.608606
What3Words: darkest.jotting.lemmings

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

U Svatého Jakuba (St James' Church) U Svatého Jakuba (St James' Church) No Data

Description


Located close to the main square in Brno, this is a stunning Gothic church, with it's massive windows bathing the interior in light

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.196593; Longitude: 16.608289
What3Words: aware.digs.protests

Photos


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Web Link


www.svatyjakubbrno.wz.cz
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brno-Dam: Boat trips Brno-Dam: Boat trips No Data

Description


The local transport company run regular ferry services up and down the lake during the summer months, with a full round trip taking around 2 1/2 hours to complete. As it is a scheduled ferry service there is no commentary or on-board services (other than a vending machine), but the landscape speaks for itself

Charge


Charge (not included in city transport tickets)

Getting There


Latitude: 49.230084; Longitude: 16.5165
What3Words: evidently.eyeful.froth

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brno Resevoir Brno Resevoir No Data

Description


The reservoir was created by damming part of the Svratka river upstream of Brno and flooding the valley. It no longer serves as the city's water supply but is now it's place to be on hot sunny days. Small taverns, holiday homes and larger properties dot the lower end of the lake creating a water playground for the city. Further upstream the river snakes its way through a gorge, with Veveri Castle nestled on a cliff overlooking one particularly sweeping bend.

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Getting There

From the centre of the city tram lines 1, 3 and 11 run out to Pristaviste tram stop where its then a short walk down to the waters edge. The journey takes around 30 minutes from the city centre.
Latitude: 49.24013; Longitude: 16.508074
What3Words: latter.strapped.limes

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Carlsberg Factory Carlsberg Factory No Data

Description


Based in the grounds of the Carlsberg brewery is a small visitors centre. At the time of visiting it was mostly closed for redevelopment into a larger tourist attraction. However, the key part of the tour - the tasting - was still available. The tour includes two vouchers, each giving you a free 250ml drink (either soft or alcoholic)

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.667136; Longitude: 12.53378
What3Words: flops.cherish.nozzle

Photos


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Web Link


www.carlsberg.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Christiania Christiania No Data

Description


Referred to as a "Social Experiment" by the local authorities, Christiania is a self proclaimed independent state which governs itself and offers a different view on life. The area is filled with murals and alternative lifestyle shops. BE WARNED: photography is not appreciated in all areas, they are clearly marked and there is no way you can miss them. In addition, not all that goes on in Christiania is completely above board (the smell of cannabis hangs heavy over the area) and the locals can be cagey about being photographed.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.673616; Longitude: 12.597628
What3Words: mailer.mirror.fatter

Photos


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Web Link


www.christiania.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Christiansborg Christiansborg No Data

Description


The current reincarnation of the castle is the 3 named castle on the site. Previous versions having been raised to the ground, dismantled, collapsed under their own weight and burnt to the ground. In the foundations of the current castle are the remains of the previous incarnations. You can walk around over 1000 years of castle ruins with lots of information about them.

Charge


Small Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.676024; Longitude: 12.579796
What3Words: guitars.yell.motel

Photos


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Web Link


www.ses.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Harbour Tours: Netto-Bådene Harbour Tours: Netto-Bådene No Data

Description


A couple of companies run tours of the harbour and canals. The one I went with had the longest (and cheapest) tour. The tour takes in the outer and inner harbour as well as sailing along the canals through Christianshavn and around the palace.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.68022; Longitude: 12.588603
What3Words: leopard.speech.doctor

Photos


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Web Link


www.havnerundfart.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marmorkirken Marmorkirken No Data

Description


The memorial church is located just opposite the official residence of the Danish royal family. The dome is visible all over the city, and during the summer months you can climb it.

Charge


None to look inside church, small charge to climb tower

Getting There


Latitude: 55.684879; Longitude: 12.589903
What3Words: scowls.chin.burying

Photos


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Web Link


www.marmorkirken.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mike's Bike Tour Mike's Bike Tour No Data

Description


Mike's bike tours run a series of different tours, but their main one is the city tour which over the space of three hours takes in all the key sites of the city and covers around 8KM (it's not the worlds most demanding bike ride!). Mike, a born and bred resident of Copenhagen tells you all the history of the city at various stops and some of the background as to why Denmark is Denmark and why the Danes are the way they are.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.681472; Longitude: 12.563647
What3Words: amuse.pink.vanilla

Photos


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Web Link


www.bikecopenhagenwithmike.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rundetårn Rundetårn No Data

Description


A bizarre shaped building, actually comprising a university Church, Library and Observatory. Access to the top of the tower is by a ramp almost the whole way so that you can ride a horse (or a penny farthing as some people have done) to virtually the top. In the roof space of the church is the former university library which has now been turned into an exhibition space. From the viewing platform at the top the views are spectacular.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.681398; Longitude: 12.575757
What3Words: pounce.droplet.zebra

Photos


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Web Link


www.rundetaarn.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/03/2005), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vor Frelsers Kirke Vor Frelsers Kirke No Data

Description


Located in Christianshavn this church was the Kings church during the reign of Christian IV. The church is beautifully decorated on the inside and the outside. It's most striking feature is its tower (which you can climb during the summer) The last 150 steps wrap around the outside of the spire!

Charge


Free to look inside church, charge for climbing tower

Getting There


Latitude: 55.672802; Longitude: 12.594007
What3Words: trio.browser.recovery

Photos


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Web Link


www.vorfrelserskirke.dk/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Helsingør: Kronborg Slot Helsingør: Kronborg Slot No Data

Description


The setting for Shakespeare's Hamlet the castle has seen it's fair share of history. There is lots to look around including the Royal apartments, chapel and the casements underneath the castle.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 56.03911; Longitude: 12.621832
What3Words: started.label.smoker

Photos


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Web Link


kronborg.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2005), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hillerød: Frederiksborg Slot Hillerød: Frederiksborg Slot No Data

Description


Possibly more impressive than it's counterpart in Helsingør the castle has an almost overwhelming number of portraits and other paintings in the 60 or so rooms that you can visit, including the impressive chapel. Behind the castle is an impressive garden and the whole surrounding is set off perfectly by the castle being arranged over three islands on a lake, to make for perfect pictures

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.934491; Longitude: 12.300589
What3Words: pushy.safely.dramatic

Photos


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Web Link


dnm.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roskilde: Viking Ship Museum Roskilde: Viking Ship Museum No Data

Description


Located on the edge of the Roskilde Fjord the museum has the remains of 5 Viking age boats which were used about 1000 years ago to create a barrage in the Fjord. The museum not only has the remains, and reconstruction's of the 5 ships, but also lots of information on the history of Viking ship building and Viking culture.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.649281; Longitude: 12.078749
What3Words: gaps.rehearsal.coaster

Photos


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Web Link


www.vikingeskibsmuseet.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Helsingør Helsingør No Data

Description


Helsingør is the most North Easterly point in North Zealand (the island which Copenhagen and Helsingør are on) and is a key point in controlling shipping through the straight that eventually leads through from the North sea to the Baltic. Effectively controlling all sea trade in and out of Sweden, Finland, Germany Poland and the Baltic States it has had an interesting history and the castle, which gave Shakespeare the inspiration for Hamlet, has seen much of it.

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Getting There

Trains run every 20 minutes from the centre of Copenhagen to Helsingør station which is at the southern end of the town, taking about 55 minutes.
Latitude: 56.036305; Longitude: 12.613511
What3Words: amuses.chief.included

Photos


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Web Link


visithelsingor.dk/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/03/2005), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hillerød Hillerød No Data

Description


Home to a stunning castle, Hillerød is a pleasant town set around the lake that the castle sits in.

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Getting There

There are regular S-Tog trains from the centre of Copenhagen to Hillerød taking around 40 minutes
Latitude: 55.929431; Longitude: 12.303078
What3Words: snaps.shelters.drivers

Photos


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Web Link


www.hillerod.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Malmö Malmö No Data

Description


Located just 35 minutes from Copenhagen by train is Sweden's third city - Malmö. The city is very pleasant to walk around with lots of wide squares and parks along with a large castle Malmöhus Slot

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Getting There

Trains run every 20 minutes from Copenhagen through the day, and hourly through the night taking about 35 minutes.
Latitude: 55.603331; Longitude: 13.001303
What3Words: mascots.wicked.plans

Photos


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Web Link


www.malmo.se
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roskilde Roskilde No Data

Description


More well known for it's annual music festival, Roskilde is located at the end of the Roskilde Fjord and has been an important town since Viking times. The compact and pleasant centre includes the impressive cathedral and just to the north, on the edge of the Fjord is the Viking ship museum

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Getting There

Regular trains run from Copenhagen taking about 20 minutes to get to Roskilde.
Latitude: 55.641486; Longitude: 12.080418
What3Words: payout.cobras.sock

Photos


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Web Link


www.roskilde-info.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/03/2005), and on time of last update (28/03/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Århus Domkirke Århus Domkirke No Data

Description


The city's cathedral, and the longest church in Denmark.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 56.156844; Longitude: 10.210665
What3Words: cling.nodded.private

Photos


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Web Link


www.aarhus-domkirke.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

ARoS ARoS No Data

Description


The city's stunning art museum, dealing with paintings from the 18th century onwards, as well as a focus on Modern art and art installations. You can go to the roof top terrace for views over the city (though when I visited the terrace was closed for several months to allow an art installation to be installed.)

Charge


Charge, Discount with the Århus Card

Getting There


Latitude: 56.153952; Longitude: 10.199609
What3Words: land.atoms.vertical

Photos


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Web Link


www.aros.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Besættelsemuset (Occupation Museum) Besættelsemuset (Occupation Museum) No Data

Description


The museum is housed in the offices that the Gestapo took over towards the end of WWII when the Danish resistance blew up their existing offices. Some of the cells have been turned into exhibit spaces. The museum charts the period from immediately prior to the Nazi take over in 1940 through the "five dark years" to the arrival of British troops in 1945 to liberate Denmark

Charge


Charge, Free with the Århus Card

Getting There


Latitude: 56.157394; Longitude: 10.211347
What3Words: ignites.suspect.filed

Photos


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Web Link


www.besaettelsesmuseet.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanisk Have (Botanic Gardens) Botanisk Have (Botanic Gardens) No Data

Description


The Botanic gardens cover a large space around Den Gamle By and further on. Close to Den Gamle By is a palm house, though it only has limited opening hours.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 56.160393; Longitude: 10.193403
What3Words: drivers.wiggles.respects

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Den Gamle By Den Gamle By No Data

Description


An ethnographic museum which pulls together buildings from around the country to paint a picture of life in the past. Unlike similar museums in other Scandinavia/Baltic countries I have visited Den Gamle By focuses on buildings from an Urban environment trying to create an idea of town rather than rural life. They also differ by trying to keep the collection growing by recreating 1970's Denmark in one corner of the site

Charge


Charge, Discount with the Århus Card

Getting There


Latitude: 56.158929; Longitude: 10.19152
What3Words: sides.hurry.renamed

Photos


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Web Link


www.dengamleby.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vikingemuseum Vikingemuseum No Data

Description


Located in the basement of a bank the museum is housed on the location of a series of Viking dwellings, discovered during archaeological digs in the 1960's

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 56.156584; Longitude: 10.208981
What3Words: ending.lightly.shins

Photos


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Web Link


www.vikingemuseet.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vor Frue Kirke Vor Frue Kirke No Data

Description


Three churches in one. The main church, a church in the crypt beneath the alter, and a further chapel just off of the attached cloister (the remainder of the cloister is now a care home.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 56.158087; Longitude: 10.205006
What3Words: guru.stutter.infects

Photos


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Web Link


www.aarhusvorfrue.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Moesgård Museum: Exhibition Moesgård Museum: Exhibition No Data

Description


The museum is focused on the history of this part of Denmark, and in particular Death. The key exhibit of the museum is the perfectly preserved Iron Age body of the Grauballe Man recovered from a bog in the 1950's

Charge


Charge, Free with the Århus Card

Getting There

Bus 6 runs from the city centre and ends at the museum entrance
Latitude: 56.087003; Longitude: 10.225375
What3Words: silence.teamed.sailors

Photos


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Web Link


www.moesmus.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Moesgård Museum: Grounds Moesgård Museum: Grounds No Data

Description


The museum is housed in a former palace and the grounds now form an outside exhibition on various forms of burial in ancient times. A 4KM walk takes you through the grounds, ancient woodlands and out to the coast and back, on the way passing Barrow graves, passage graves and other Neolithic burial methods, before ending at a recreation of a Viking stave church.

Charge


Charge, Free with the Århus Card

Getting There

You can catch the number 6 from the city centre to the Museum and start the walk there. Alternatively, you can pick up the number 19 (summer only) to the beach and start the walk there
Latitude: 56.085519; Longitude: 10.231061
What3Words: hovered.clocks.planet

Photos


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Web Link


www.moesmus.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aalborg Historiske Museum Aalborg Historiske Museum No Data

Description


The museum has displays on the history of Aalborg and it's Industry, with special collections on the Cigar factory, and the glass and silver industries. There is also a small gallery hosting changing exhibitions, at the time of visiting it had an exhibition on the connections between Aalborg and Greenland.

Charge


Charge, Ticket gives you access to several other museums as well

Getting There


Latitude: 57.048165; Longitude: 9.917865
What3Words: tamed.dandelions.given

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordjyllandshistoriskemuseum.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aalborghus Slot: Casemates Aalborghus Slot: Casemates No Data

Description


Located in the grounds of the castle the casemates house a small exhibition on the history of the castle.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 57.049502; Longitude: 9.923862
What3Words: resort.viewers.deny

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aalborghus Slot: Dungeon Aalborghus Slot: Dungeon No Data

Description


Located beneath the main part of the castle, the Dungeon is a small little cell with holding points for chains on the floor. There is just about enough space for one person to stand up in it.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 57.049741; Longitude: 9.924034
What3Words: coder.crusted.again

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aalborghus Slot: Grounds Aalborghus Slot: Grounds No Data

Description


The grounds of the former castle are now a small park.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 57.048953; Longitude: 9.923562
What3Words: correct.purely.recent

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aalborgtårn Aalborgtårn No Data

Description


Located just behind the Kunstmuseum the tower offers stunning views over the city.

Charge


Charge for the lift

Getting There


Latitude: 57.041745; Longitude: 9.904647
What3Words: river.struggle.hormones

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Budolfi Domkirke Budolfi Domkirke No Data

Description


The city's Cathedral rich in decoration, chandeliers and decorated benches

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 57.047909; Longitude: 9.919388
What3Words: jump.multiple.selects

Photos


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Web Link


www.aalborgdomkirke.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Gråbrødrekloster Museet Gråbrødrekloster Museet No Data

Description


The ruins of a former Franciscan Monastery located beneath the streets of the centre of Aalborg. The ruins have been partially excavated as buildings have been built and in places there are still bits of bone from burials sticking out of the soil, the rest of the body being under a building. Access to the museum (and the entry fee) is by paying for the lift down to the museum.

Charge


Charge for the lift down into the museum

Getting There


Latitude: 57.047207; Longitude: 9.921872
What3Words: protest.jets.things

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordjyllandshistoriskemuseum.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lindholm Høje Lindholm Høje No Data

Description


From the outside the site looks like a large number of randomly placed boulders. It is, in fact, a massive Viking era burial ground with hundreds of graves dotted all around the place.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 57.077204; Longitude: 9.911953
What3Words: loosed.diamond.gearbox

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordjyllandshistoriskemuseum.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lindholm Høje Museet Lindholm Høje Museet No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the excavation of the site, along with giving a background to the development of settlements on this part of Jutland from the stone age up to the Viking era

Charge


Charge, Ticket gives you access to several other museums as well

Getting There


Latitude: 57.07819; Longitude: 9.909872
What3Words: officers.viewers.director

Photos


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Web Link


www.nordjyllandshistoriskemuseum.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Munk's eftf Cycle Hire Munk's eftf Cycle Hire No Data

Description


This cycle shop also has a small number of bikes available for hire either for a day or number of days at a time. All hires require a deposit which is refunded when the bike is returned (at the time of visiting the deposit was Kr250)

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 57.045598; Longitude: 9.929152
What3Words: nasal.social.deliver

Photos


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Web Link


www.cuh.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordjyllands Kunstmuseum Nordjyllands Kunstmuseum No Data

Description


Large art museum located just outside the city centre in a former quarry. The museum is the only one in Europe to have been designed by the Finnish designer Alvar Aalto and the building is itself worth the visit, even if you are not into modern art.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 57.042609; Longitude: 9.905816
What3Words: petted.tribune.flops

Photos


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Web Link


www.kunsten.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vor Frue Kirke Vor Frue Kirke No Data

Description


The church is much plainer than the Cathedral with plain white walls and simple design.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 57.046397; Longitude: 9.923959
What3Words: fries.extreme.brothers

Photos


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Web Link


www.vorfrue.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Skagen: Cycle Hire Skagen: Cycle Hire No Data

Description


Located just by the railway station the Cycle Hire is set up to deal with any type of hire from a couple of hours to weeks at a time. All hires include a refundable deposit (Kr200 at the time of visiting)

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 57.723815; Longitude: 10.591625
What3Words: envy.times.harmony

Photos


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Web Link


www.skagen-cykeludlejning.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Skagen: Grenen Skagen: Grenen No Data

Description


The point of no more, the end, the top, the tip of Denmark, it's up to you how you want to describe it, but this is the point that Denmark quite literally tapers to a finish. The Skagerrak (part of the North Sea) and the Kattegat (the channel that leads to the Baltic) meet here. On a bright sunny summers day it's a peaceful lapping of waves on the beach, during storms it can be a spectacular fight between two walls of water (it's not advised to go far into the water any time of the year as the currents are exceptionally strong).

Charge


Free

Getting There

In the summer you can catch the infrequent bus out to the kiosk at the start of the beach, otherwise it's about a 4KM walk, or a very pleasant cycle.
Latitude: 57.744956; Longitude: 10.653858
What3Words: contention.briefly.productivity

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Skagen: Sandorman Skagen: Sandorman No Data

Description


The Sandorman tractor hauled buses run from the Kiosk at the start of the beach out to the tip on a regular basis during the summer months.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

In the summer you can catch the infrequent bus out to the kiosk at the start of the beach, otherwise it's about a 4KM walk, or a very pleasant cycle.
Latitude: 57.739244; Longitude: 10.63328
What3Words: overheat.lineage.nutritious

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Skagen: Tilsandede Kirke Skagen: Tilsandede Kirke No Data

Description


The church was slowly swallowed up by the encroaching dunes at the start of the 19th century. The rest of the church was dismantled and sold off, but the tower was kept as an aid to shipping, today it makes for a bizarre sight surrounded by dunes that are still slowly encroaching on it.

Charge


Free to look around the outside, charge to climb the tower

Getting There

Located about 3KM south of the town centre, it's accessible by walking or by cycling. You can cut about two thirds of the walk off by taking the train one stop back down the line
Latitude: 57.713656; Longitude: 10.550523
What3Words: neared.satisfactory.indulgent

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Skagen Skagen No Data

Description


Skagen is located at the very top of Denmark. Beyond Skagen the land just tapers out to a point at Grenen. It's surrounded by sea on two sides, and because of this has stunning light which has lead to it becoming a place that painters want to come to. So successful that there is even a "Skagen School" of painters from the early part of the 20th century.

Charge




Getting There

From Aalborg there are hourly trains to Frederikshavn which connect with hourly services on to Skagen. The complete trip takes around two hours
Latitude: 57.720928; Longitude: 10.583868
What3Words: empires.compose.mops

Photos


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Web Link


www.skagen-tourist.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2010), and on time of last update (07/08/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maglekilde Maglekilde No Data

Description


One of several springs that surface around the city. This one has one of the most powerful flows, though even this is a shadow of how much it used to floor

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.642904; Longitude: 12.076545
What3Words: speared.included.courage

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rektorkilden Rektorkilden No Data

Description


Located just a short distance from the Maglekilde this spring has a much reduced flow - little more than a constant drip, and a considerably less grand surround.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.642625; Longitude: 12.077106
What3Words: jungle.moats.snooty

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roskilde Domkirke Roskilde Domkirke No Data

Description


One of the first brick built gothic buildings in Europe the current church has been on the site since around the 13th century on the grounds of at least two earlier churches. Since the middle ages the cathedral has been the final resting place of the Danish Royal Family and the cathedral has been expanded on a number of occasions to make more room for the burials. Today you can explore the whole of the church including the small museum housed on the upper floor.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with the Skt. Laurentius available

Getting There


Latitude: 55.642579; Longitude: 12.079882
What3Words: will.singled.curl

Photos


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Web Link


roskildedomkirke.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roskilde Miniby Roskilde Miniby No Data

Description


A model of how the city would have looked around 1400, including the cathedral under construction and the city walls

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.648261; Longitude: 12.080277
What3Words: sunshine.dent.reef

Photos


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Web Link


www.roskilde-miniby.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roskilde Museum Roskilde Museum No Data

Description


Housed in the city's former Fire station the museum tells the history of the city, which has had more than it's fare share of devastating fires. Exhibits go from the pre-historic through to the modern day.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.642263; Longitude: 12.083934
What3Words: driving.calm.spoons

Photos


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Web Link


roskildemuseum.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sankt Hans Kirke Sankt Hans Kirke No Data

Description


Barely recognisable ruins of an old church, located just down the hill from the cathedral - they are more clearly visible in areal photos and on Google Maps

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.644564; Longitude: 12.080562
What3Words: nearing.bleat.vast

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Skt. Laurentius Skt. Laurentius No Data

Description


All the remains (above ground) of this church is it's tower, which was merged into a new town hall when it was built and served as a watchman's tower and prison. You can climb up to the watchman's position, taking in the cells and from there take in the views over the city. You can also descend down under the square to discover the remaining ruins of the church, including large parts of the tiled floor.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with the Cathedral available

Getting There


Latitude: 55.64115; Longitude: 12.080242
What3Words: tent.push.prefix

Photos


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Web Link


sanktlaurentius.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vikingeskibsmuseet (Viking Ship Museum) Vikingeskibsmuseet (Viking Ship Museum) No Data

Description


Five ancient Viking ships were found in one of the channels of the Fjord in the 1960s and brought back up to the surface to give some of the best preserved examples of everyday Viking ships. The ships had all seen long service before they were sunk into the channel to form a blockade that forces anyone approaching the city to sail round a difficult to navigate channel, allowing the city to defend itself and give time to prepare if attacked. After being brought back up to the surface the ships were bathed in glycol for years to drive out the water before they could be reconstructed in the museum which was built specifically to house them. The total process from initial raising to final restoration took about 25 years. Since then the museum has also reconstructed the five ships using period tools and techniques to show what they would have looked like, and to prove their seaworthiness.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.650855; Longitude: 12.081515
What3Words: jumpy.pricier.protects

Photos


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Web Link


www.vikingeskibsmuseet.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hillerød: Frederiksborg Slot Hillerød: Frederiksborg Slot No Data

Description


Possibly more impressive than it's counterpart in Helsingør the castle has an almost overwhelming number of portraits and other paintings in the 60 or so rooms that you can visit, including the impressive chapel. Behind the castle is an impressive garden and the whole surrounding is set off perfectly by the castle being arranged over three islands on a lake, to make for perfect pictures

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 55.934491; Longitude: 12.300589
What3Words: pushy.safely.dramatic

Photos


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Web Link


dnm.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hundested: Hundested-Rørvig Færgefart Hundested: Hundested-Rørvig Færgefart No Data

Description


Hourly, half hourly during the summer, the ferry crosses the top of the Isefjord linking the two towns together. As the ferry crosses you can also see the entrance to the long and narrow Roskilde Fjorde. Historically the ferry was an important link across the north of the island over to Helsingør and the onward ferries to Sweden, it still serves this purpose for people in the north of the island who don't want to detour round via Copenhagen to use the Øresund Bridge

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Roskilde take the 600S bus to Hillerød and change there onto the train to Hundersted. The 600S takes about 75 minutes and runs every 30 minutes every day. The train takes just over an hour and runs every 30 minutes Monday to Saturday and hourly on a Sunday
Latitude: 55.965638; Longitude: 11.84448
What3Words: paged.devote.mattress

Photos


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Web Link


hundested-roervig.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hillerød Hillerød No Data

Description


Home to a stunning castle, Hillerød is a pleasant town set around the lake that the castle sits in.

Charge




Getting There

The 600S bus runs every 30 minutes 7 days a week from the south side of the station direct to the station at Hillerød, taking about 75 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 55.929431; Longitude: 12.303078
What3Words: snaps.shelters.drivers

Photos


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Web Link


www.hillerod.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2024), and on time of last update (29/07/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

H.C. Andersen Museum H.C. Andersen Museum No Data

Description


The museum tells the story of Hans Christian Andersen from his birth a couple of hundred meters away through his life and work to his death and how his work has been seen since. The museum includes a number of Andersen related articles including his Top Hat, Waistcoat and pocket watch

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for all Odense Museums

Getting There


Latitude: 55.399544; Longitude: 10.391869
What3Words: accent.swim.revolts

Photos


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Web Link


museum.odense.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

H.C. Andersen Walk H.C. Andersen Walk No Data

Description


A circular walk that starts outside the H.C. Andersen Museum and takes in the key Andersen related sights in the city, including his birthplace, where his mum scrubbed clothes, the statue the city erected in his memory and his childhood home. The walk also includes key sights in the city such as the City Hall and the Cathedral. The walk is marked on the ground with red/brown painted feet on the pavement (though not in all places) so is relatively easy to follow.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.398986; Longitude: 10.391592
What3Words: improving.mount.nickname

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

H.C. Andersens Barndomshjem H.C. Andersens Barndomshjem No Data

Description


This small house on the Western side of the city centre is where Andersen lived until he left the city for Copenhagen. He lived here until his 14th Birthday and the small rooms show how cramped life would have been for the family.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for all Odense Museums

Getting There


Latitude: 55.394534; Longitude: 10.387298
What3Words: braced.beard.trailer

Photos


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Web Link


museum.odense.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

H.C. Andersens Hus H.C. Andersens Hus No Data

Description


This small house in one of the oldest parts of town is generally held to be his birthplace, though he never confirmed it. Today it houses a small museum on his immediate family and how he ended up being born here (if he was)

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for all Odense Museums

Getting There


Latitude: 55.398733; Longitude: 10.390739
What3Words: everyone.twins.walled

Photos


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Web Link


museum.odense.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Klosterhavens venner Klosterhavens venner No Data

Description


Very small botanical gardens located behind the cathedral housing a small collection of plants, in a sunken location it’s a very tranquil place to sit for a while

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.3947349; Longitude: 10.3888081
What3Words: minus.tailing.owes

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Møntergården: Byens liv Møntergården: Byens liv No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the golden age of the city from the 13th through to the 17th century - when it was the second city of Denmark.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for all Odense Museums

Getting There


Latitude: 55.397944; Longitude: 10.394013
What3Words: passes.tank.formal

Photos


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Web Link


museum.odense.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Møntergården: Houses Møntergården: Houses No Data

Description


Some of the old houses of the city have been preserved and can be looked at to get an idea of how cramped the conditions were that people lived in.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for all Odense Museums

Getting There


Latitude: 55.398411; Longitude: 10.393897
What3Words: richly.alone.bids

Photos


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Web Link


museum.odense.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Møntergården: Museum Møntergården: Museum No Data

Description


The museum houses both a permanent exhibition on the history of the region, as well as temporary exhibition spaces (at the time of visiting showing an exhibition on China

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for all Odense Museums

Getting There


Latitude: 55.398577; Longitude: 10.393975
What3Words: lottery.reading.most

Photos


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Web Link


museum.odense.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sankt Knuds Kirke Sankt Knuds Kirke No Data

Description


The City's cathedral, dedicated to St. Canute a King who was murdered in a nearby church whilst he was praying. Inside the interior is light and bright with plain white walls helping keeping the space bright. The raised alter hides an undercroft chapel located beneath it.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 55.395399; Longitude: 10.388907
What3Words: gave.firms.driveway

Photos


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Web Link


www.odense-domkirke.dk
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/10/2018), and on time of last update (11/10/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands: Amazonia Tropical Islands: Amazonia No Data

Description


The outside part of the park, including white water rapids and lazy river pools. The outdoor pools are heated to around 30C, so in the winter months you are floating around with steam rising from the water - particularly spectacular after dark if it's snowing. The area is open between 10:00 and 17:45

Charge


Included in Entry Fee

Getting There


Latitude: 52.037838; Longitude: 13.750715
What3Words: brainwashed.anxious.siblings

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands: Lagoon Tropical Islands: Lagoon No Data

Description


The other major pool area of the complex, located towards the front of the dome. The pool has a much larger shallow area so is more suitable for families, though towards the back the pool drops away to 1.3m deep. The pool is open 24/7 (some sections closed off overnight between 22:00 and 08:00 for routine cleaning/maintenance)

Charge


Included in Entry Fee

Getting There


Latitude: 52.039259; Longitude: 13.748245
What3Words: democracies.playing.echelon

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands: Regenwald Tropical Islands: Regenwald No Data

Description


A small rainforest constructed within the dome. There are several paths that you can take that weave their way through the trees and plants, which are home to a surprising number of animals, including a small flock of flamingos, a butterfly house and other birds flying free. It's also from here that you can get the best views of the whole of the complex and understand the sheer scale of the site.

Charge


Included in Entry Fee

Getting There


Latitude: 52.038713; Longitude: 13.74832
What3Words: basketball.llama.increased

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands: Slides Tropical Islands: Slides No Data

Description


Two major banks of water slides are located inside the dome - Jungle Splash, the smaller set are conventional slides which you ride down without any assistance. The taller set, Wasserrutschen-Turm, require either mats or rings to ride down, and consequently had longer queues as the supply of mats and rings doesn't meet demand. The slide complexes are open during the main part of the day from 10:00-19:30

Charge


Included in Entry Fee

Getting There


Latitude: 52.039423; Longitude: 13.749566
What3Words: adorned.fists.scenarios

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands: Spa and Sauna Tropical Islands: Spa and Sauna No Data

Description


Located to the rear of the lagoon is the Spa and Sauna area which houses a number of different styles of Saunas - all towel or no clothing only - as well as treatment rooms with usually good availability for massages or other therapy/beauty treatments

Charge


Charge for treatments. Access to the Saunas free to overnight guests, additional fee for day guests

Getting There


Latitude: 52.03913; Longitude: 13.747211
What3Words: nametags.loser.wisecracks

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands: Südsee Tropical Islands: Südsee No Data

Description


The main pool of the complex, occupying the back portion of the site inside the dome. The pool is not particularly deep (max 1.3m), and designed for relaxation rather than swimming lengths. The pool is open 24/7 (some sections closed off overnight between 22:00 and 08:00 for routine cleaning/maintenance)

Charge


Included in Entry Fee

Getting There


Latitude: 52.038326; Longitude: 13.748902
What3Words: bigger.strengths.tribally

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tropical Islands Tropical Islands No Data

Description


Located in a former Zeppelin hanger on the outskirts of the municipality this is the worlds largest indoor water park, boasting numerous slides, pools, spas as well as accommodation for overnight stays, restaurants and bars. You can visit for the day, or stay in the onsite accommodation both within, attached to and outside the dome. Overnight visitors have access from early morning of the night they are staying until late evening the following day, though accommodation is only available between 15:00 and 10:00.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Halb there are hourly RE7 trains a couple of stops to the dedicated Brand Tropical Islands station. A free shuttle bus meets every arrival in both directions to take you directly to reception.
Latitude: 52.038917; Longitude: 13.748653
What3Words: jetties.strongholds.exposing

Photos


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Web Link


www.tropical-islands.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2024), and on time of last update (17/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Glienicker Brücke Glienicker Brücke No Data

Description


The Spy Bridge, at this point the Berlin Wall crossed through the middle of the bridge and for much of the time from the end of the war until 1989 it was a forbidden area. It's the place where spy's were swapped by the Soviets and the Americans. Today its a very pleasant crossing over the Havel with stunning views across the lakes and towards several palaces.

Charge


Free

Getting There

From the centre of town tram number 93 goes out to Glienicker Brücke. It terminates about 400 yards short of the bridge. From the side of the tram halt there is a path that leads down to the riverside and then round the headland to the bridge, otherwise if you continue walking up the road you reach the bridge
Latitude: 52.413461; Longitude: 13.090232
What3Words: pleasing.wished.energetic

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/03/2015), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nikolaikirche Nikolaikirche No Data

Description


The impressive Nikolaikirche dominates the skyline with its dome, modelled on St Peters in Rome. Inside the church is surprisingly small for the domination it makes of the skyline. You can climb a tower to the base of the dome for stunning views over the city

Charge


Suggested Donation to visit the church, Charge to climb the tower

Getting There


Latitude: 52.396319; Longitude: 13.060742
What3Words: assures.poster.dull

Photos


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Web Link


www.nikolai-potsdam.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/03/2015), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Park Sanssouci Park Sanssouci No Data

Description


The Park covers a large area to the North West of the city centre. It was a favourite location for the Prussian royal family who over generations built a large number of summer palaces. Today the park is littered with royal constructions, many of which can be visited. The park itself has lots of paths to wander along and explore.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.401838; Longitude: 13.028744
What3Words: boomers.manhole.written

Photos


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Web Link


www.potsdam-park-sanssouci.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/03/2015), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Park Sanssouci: Chinesisches Teehaus Park Sanssouci: Chinesisches Teehaus No Data

Description


The spectacular Chinese Teahouse is a small building that stands out for the sheer amount of gilt work on virtually every surface. At the time of visiting the house was closed but could be viewed from the outside

Charge


Charge if open

Getting There


Latitude: 52.40024; Longitude: 13.032155
What3Words: coats.photos.refrain

Photos


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Web Link


www.spsg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/03/2015), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Park Sanssouci: Neues Palais Park Sanssouci: Neues Palais No Data

Description


A grand palace with over 200 different rooms, however, you only get to see a few of them on the guided tour you are taken around on. The tours are in German only with written translations. However, it is well worth it as one of the final rooms, the Marble hall is spectacular. Two stories high, covering half the width of the palace it is simply breath-taking.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all palaces available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.401332; Longitude: 13.015945
What3Words: reject.deposits.fashion

Photos


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Web Link


www.spsg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2006), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Park Sanssouci: Schloß Sanssouci Park Sanssouci: Schloß Sanssouci No Data

Description


Schloß Sanssouci built as a get away for the king from everyone except his closest friends this is a small and quite homely palace. It's only got about 12 rooms and covers just one floor. The guided tour is interesting, but only in German when I visited. Thankfully, you can read a paper translation to each room.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for all palaces available. Entry by timed ticket only

Getting There


Latitude: 52.404225; Longitude: 13.038411
What3Words: farmland.tanks.regime

Photos


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Web Link


www.spsg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2006), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Potsdam City Tour Potsdam City Tour No Data

Description


The city tour is a hop-on-hop-off bus tour that in good weather has a roof that can be pulled back. A multi-lingual pre recorded commentary tells you about the key sights whilst a live guide gives a commentary in German

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.399835; Longitude: 13.046995
What3Words: thanks.howler.strategy

Photos


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Web Link


www.berlin-city-tour.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/03/2015), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Weisse Flotte Potsdam Weisse Flotte Potsdam No Data

Description


Regular cruises on the Havel and the lakes it forms around the city, with lots of palaces to be seen. A pre-recorded commentary tells you about the key sights in German and English

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.393158; Longitude: 13.060575
What3Words: gums.frantic.loves

Photos


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Web Link


schiffahrt-in-potsdam.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/03/2015), and on time of last update (02/04/2015) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bärenzwinger Bärenzwinger No Data

Description


Located just behind the city museum are the emblems of Berlin. The city's coat of arms features a bear, and here in the bear pit are two examples of European Brown bears that are the city's emblem. Whilst it does appear quite cruel keeping two wild animals in a landscaped pit in a city centre, they appeared to be pretty content, and not displaying the behaviour I've seen in bears in zoos.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 52.512793; Longitude: 13.414468
What3Words: scouting.spike.garages

Photos


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Web Link


www.berliner-baerenfreunde.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Berlin gruselkabinett Berlin gruselkabinett No Data

Description


One of the former civilian bunkers, this now houses a Chamber of horrors, a small exhibition on medicine and a small display of items which were found when the bunker was being cleared out giving an idea about life in the bunker during the air raids of World War 2

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.50288; Longitude: 13.380286
What3Words: tabloid.diary.looked

Photos


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Web Link


www.gruselkabinett-berlin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Berliner Dom (Berlin cathedral) Berliner Dom (Berlin cathedral) No Data

Description


Slightly over the top attempt to mimic St Pauls in London and St Peters in Rome. The Berlin Cathedral has been restored to full over the top splendour after being almost destroyed during WWII. Along with the quite small body of the cathedral you can also climb up to the base of the dome for the stunning views over the city

Charge


Charge to enter the Cathedral, which includes access to the viewing gallery at the base of the dome and the crypt with the coffins of the former Kaisers.

Getting There


Latitude: 52.519244; Longitude: 13.401024
What3Words: gears.spokes.cupcake

Photos


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Web Link


www.berliner-dom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Berliner unterwelten Berliner unterwelten No Data

Description


An interesting tour which takes you into the bowels of Gesundbrunnen metro station, which was used as a public air raid shelter during World War 2. The tour, in English, gives some background on the building of the bunker, the life people led in it, and shows some artefacts that have been discovered both in this bunker, and other bunkers around Berlin

Charge


Charge

Getting There

The ticket office is located at the U8 entrance. Gesundbrunnen is also on several S-Bahn lines
Latitude: 52.547927; Longitude: 13.388858
What3Words: digit.clerics.crystal

Photos


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Web Link


www.berliner-unterwelten.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brandenburg gate Brandenburg gate No Data

Description


Possibly one of the most well known sights in the city and now fully restored to its splendour. This gate puts most others into their places it is simply mammoth. During the run-up to Christmas and New Year the gate becomes the focus of some of the major celebrations, including a large tree and during Chanukah a giant Menorah.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.516273; Longitude: 13.377711
What3Words: that.lands.winning

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2004), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

BStU Document centre and Stasi Exhibition BStU Document centre and Stasi Exhibition No Data

Description


Located close to the Topographies of Terror exhibition, this museum and documentation centre houses some of the countless records that the Stasi kept on the citizens of the old DDR. The museum explains how the system worked, and how the Stasi managed to keep a lid on the population until it all unexpectedly collapsed in November 1989. It documents how the Stasi monitored and invaded peoples lives, from simple recording what everyone was up to to some people dying at their hands.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.507737; Longitude: 13.387895
What3Words: shipped.rental.photo

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Checkpoint Charlie Checkpoint Charlie No Data

Description


The original checkpoint was dismantled shortly after the reunification of the city and the end of the cold war, but a new replacement has been built in the original location, along with the sign informing you that you are about to leave the American Sector

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.50744; Longitude: 13.390387
What3Words: emails.chairs.brand

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

DDR Museum DDR Museum No Data

Description


Located opposite the cathedral, and near where the DDR government palace once stood, this museum is a homage to the DDR. You can try driving a (virtual) Trabant, experience DDR TV and Cinema and see how people lived in The Peoples Republic.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.519537; Longitude: 13.402162
What3Words: composer.modes.stiff

Photos


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Web Link


www.ddr-museum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2008), and on time of last update (10/08/2008) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

East side gallery East side gallery No Data

Description


Very little of the Berlin Wall remains now. The only substantial part is the East Side Gallery. Home to some of the most famous murals painted on the wall during the years of separation and restored at the start of the 21st century to their original conditions

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.504585; Longitude: 13.440785
What3Words: wanting.ranch.inhaler

Photos


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Web Link


www.eastsidegallery.net
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2004), and on time of last update (28/02/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Europa centre panoramapunkt Europa centre panoramapunkt No Data

Description


The 20th floor of the Europa centre provides a warm and comfortable location from which you can look out over Berlin. The area also has a bar attached

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.50435; Longitude: 13.337976
What3Words: barefoot.roses.paying

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fat Tire Bike Tours Fat Tire Bike Tours No Data

Description


The company offers several different tours of the city, however their main one is the general city tour which leaves twice a day during the summer. The tour lasts about four hours, but only covers about 10 miles of the incredibly flat city, which gives you an idea of the pace. Starting at Alexanderplatz the tour heads out through Babel Platz and the Gendarmenmarkt before taking in Checkpoint Charlie, the site of the former Führerbunker, the Holocaust memorial and the Tiergarten, making a stop for refreshments in one of the Biergartens. It then heads back by the Siegassäule, Reichstag, Brandenburg gate and Berliner Dom before returning to Alexanderplatz.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.521045; Longitude: 13.409143
What3Words: others.enlarge.rots

Photos


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Web Link


fattirebiketours.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fransösicher Dom (French cathedral) Fransösicher Dom (French cathedral) No Data

Description


Exactly matching the German Cathedral on the other side of the square this impressive and restrained building is still a church (unlike the German Cathedral which has become a museum) You can climb the inside of the tower to get views over the whole of the city

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.514334; Longitude: 13.39227
What3Words: making.tidy.chuckle

Photos


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Web Link


www.franzoesischer-dom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Funkturm Funkturm No Data

Description


Located in the International Conference Centre on the outskirts of town this 1920's radio tower was designed to look like the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The tower houses a small restaurant at about 65m and a viewing platform at about 115m. A lift takes you all the way to the top where you can take in the views as the tower gently rocks in the breeze!

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.505146; Longitude: 13.278244
What3Words: dividing.oaks.examples

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2004), and on time of last update (28/02/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Haus am Checkpoint Charlie Haus am Checkpoint Charlie No Data

Description


Located right by where Checkpoint Charlie this museum, which was set up in the 1960's shortly after the wall went up, documents the escapes and attempted escapes from the former East Germany into the West. The museum itself is located in the building where many of the escape attempts started from.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.506825; Longitude: 13.390692
What3Words: amused.evidently.genetics

Photos


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Web Link


www.mauer-museum.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (28/02/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jewish museum Jewish museum No Data

Description


Located in a specially built building that is designed to look like a twisted and damaged Star of David this museum attempts to tell the history of Jews in Germany. Their history, culture, fight for equality and the atrocities carried out by the Nazis in their attempts at extermination.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.501894; Longitude: 13.395596
What3Words: mercy.classic.choirs

Photos


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Web Link


www.jmberlin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (28/02/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Memorial church Memorial church No Data

Description


Almost totally destroyed in an air raid towards the end of WWII the remains of this church have been left, partly as a reminder. It is now surrounded totally by late 20th Century shopping malls and office blocks and has more of an effect than any of the other monument can do to the pointlessness and destruction of war. During the Christmas period one of the city's main Christmas Markets is located here. This was the scene, in 2016, of a truck attack and the memorial church has now taken on an additional site of memorial to the victims of that attack.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.504898; Longitude: 13.335192
What3Words: sleeps.slime.masters

Photos


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Web Link


www.gedaechtniskirche-berlin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Monument to the murdered Jews of Europe Monument to the murdered Jews of Europe No Data

Description


Just a bit beyond the Brandenburg Gate this monument is made up of over 2000 concrete blocks laid out in rows and columns that follow a rolling landscape. You can walk between them and disappear amongst the towers. Underneath is a museum dedicated to the memory of those who were persecuted and killed between 1933 and 1945. It traces the terror of those times through the lives of various people who lived through, or were killed during holocaust. The final room of the tour is a simple audio presentation, remembering the names of those who were killed.

Charge


Free, but a donation is requested

Getting There


Latitude: 52.514027; Longitude: 13.378623
What3Words: theme.sitting.lamps

Photos


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Web Link


www.stiftung-denkmal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2008), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neue Wache Neue Wache No Data

Description


Originally designed as a memorial to the fallen, it has since been adapted to be a memorial to all those who have endured tyranny, including the victims of war, the Nazi's and those who were killed for standing up to the DDR. The interior is a massive space with a simple dome window in the ceiling casting its light on a simple life size statue of a woman cradling the body of a man, the rest of the space is left completely empty.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.517876; Longitude: 13.395547
What3Words: latches.poker.mediate

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Olympic stadium clock tower Olympic stadium clock tower No Data

Description


The clocktower was originally built as part of a Nazi shrine and since my first visit in 2004 the lower parts of the site have been refurbished and re-opened as a museum detailing the complex history behind the 1936 Olympics and how the Nazi's used it as a way of attracting positive international feeling towards the Reich. A lift (again installed since my first visit in 2004) now whisks you up to a viewing platform just below the bell and a flight of stairs takes you on up to the roof. From the roof the views over both the Olympic park and the wider western end of Berlin are spectacular.

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Small Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.515; Longitude: 13.242753
What3Words: pining.tree.glorious

Photos


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Web Link


www.olympiastadion-berlin.de/index.php?id=24
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2004), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Panorama observation deck Panorama observation deck No Data

Description


Located on the top of the Daimler Chrysler building on the Potsdamer Platz, the former site of the Berlin Wall, this offers great views over the most rapidly developing part of Berlin. Supposedly Europe's fastest lift takes you to the top of the building

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.509055; Longitude: 13.375323
What3Words: runner.eaten.flaking

Photos


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Web Link


www.panoramapunkt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/02/2004), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Reichstag Reichstag No Data

Description


Located on the edge of the Tiergarten and restored at the start of the 21st Century as the seat of German government this is a spectacular building made even more impressive by the glass dome that rises from its centre. You can climb to the top of the Dome for stunning views over the city centre, although this has changed since my first visit to being by pre-booking only, you cannot just turn up and queue any longer

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.518643; Longitude: 13.375994
What3Words: worth.postcard.daytime

Photos


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Web Link


www.bundestag.de/htdocs_e
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2004), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Charlottenburg Schloß Charlottenburg No Data

Description


One of the many palaces of Frederick the Great (see also Potsdam) this is divided into several separate palaces which have numerous rooms open to the public. The new wing can be visited using an audio guide, the older parts of the palace on guided tours only

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Charge, combination ticket available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.520948; Longitude: 13.295689
What3Words: surfaces.urgent.lost

Photos


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Web Link


www.spsg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Siegessäule Siegessäule No Data

Description


Located in the centre of the Tiergarten this column and statue stands on the Berlin equivalent of Hyde Park Corner (i.e. a very large roundabout) The only way to reach the column, if you value you own life, is by the slightly unpleasant and dimly lit subway

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Free to look at outside of tower, Small charge if you wish to climb

Getting There


Latitude: 52.514458; Longitude: 13.350127
What3Words: driveway.spend.dices

Photos


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Web Link


www.siegessaeule.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2004), and on time of last update (28/02/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Spree Cruises Spree Cruises No Data

Description


Several companies offer boat cruises that ply up and down the Spree taking in the key sights including the government district and the museum island. Most tours operate in multiple languages.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.519309; Longitude: 13.402076
What3Words: prices.snatched.steep

Photos


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Web Link


www.sternundkreis.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2008), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtmodelle Stadtmodelle No Data

Description


Located near the city museum the current model keeps up a tradition in Berlin of producing city models. There is an earlier model also on display at the back of the hall, and, interestingly, one created by the DDR authorities in 1989, just before everything fell apart for them, showing the Eastern side of Berlin, along with their plans for further development. The current model covers most of the centre of Berlin from the Alexanderplatz across to the Tiergarten, with the key new buildings constructed since unification picked out in a different colour to indicate just how much of central Berlin has changed

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.513253; Longitude: 13.415996
What3Words: plants.fires.napped

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Story of Berlin Story of Berlin No Data

Description


This multimedia exhibition tells the story of the history of the city from a small hamlet first mentioned in the 13th Century through its rise to prominence in the Prussian empire, its creation as a German capital, its role in the events that lead up to the start of the second world war, it's destruction, reconstruction, partition and eventual reunification and return to its role as capital of a united Germany. Underneath the museum is one of the West German governments Nuclear bunkers and you can take an extended tour that takes in the sites down here.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.501959; Longitude: 13.323594
What3Words: buzzer.imagined.pelting

Photos


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Web Link


www.story-of-berlin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2004), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Templehof Air field Templehof Air field No Data

Description


Built in the 1920's and then rebuilt by the Nazi's Tempelhof was, at one point, one of Europe's most Iconic and important airports. Along with Tegel it helped keep West Berlin alive during the Berlin Air Lift, and consequently is one of the most important aviation sites in Europe. Except it's no longer an airport. With construction on the new Berlin Brandenburg airport in progress the last flights left Tempelhof in 2008 and the airport was closed for business. Since then the airfield has been turned into a community park, with one the main attractions being the two full length runways that you can cycle, rollerblade or walk along.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.477161; Longitude: 13.403363
What3Words: fear.shelters.restored

Photos


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Web Link


www.tempelhoferfreiheit.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Topographies of terror Topographies of terror No Data

Description


An exhibition at the last remaining chunk of un-preserved wall. The outdoor exhibition (there has been a very long running saga over getting a proper museum built!) tells the history of the Third Reich, war, building of the wall and the events that took place on the Eastern side of it. There is also an exhibition on the Nuremburg war crimes trials.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.50719; Longitude: 13.384019
What3Words: tops.erase.dominate

Photos


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Web Link


www.topographie.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

TV Tower TV Tower No Data

Description


One of the worlds largest towers, and in the former Eastern block countries second only to the Moscow TV Tower, this is a building of a different age. Put up to show what a communist state could achieve this is now a landmark across the whole of Berlin and beyond, one of the symbols of the city, and with its revolving restaurant at the top a good way to catch a snack and sightsee at the same time.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.520902; Longitude: 13.409361
What3Words: engine.vampire.stove

Photos


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Web Link


tv-turm.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2004), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dresden: Frauenkirche Dresden: Frauenkirche No Data

Description


The symbol of the rebuilt Dresden. The Frauenkirche was left in ruins throughout the life of the DDR to serve as a reminder of capitalist aggression, rebuilding started in 1992 and was completed, several months early, in the middle of 2005. Today the church is the focal point of many events taking place in the city and, consequently, is only open for a few hours a day for people to look round. However, the dome of the church is open for most of the day and the views from the top are stunning

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Charge to climb the dome, Donations expected to enter church

Getting There


Latitude: 51.051876; Longitude: 13.741525
What3Words: taped.atoms.info

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Web Link


www.frauenkirche-dresden.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dresden: Funicular railways Dresden: Funicular railways No Data

Description


On the outskirts of the city is the "Blue Wonder" bridge. From here two funicular railways lead up into the hills above. One is the conventional type, the other hangs from a rail above! At the top of the Schwebebahn (the hanging one), you can visit the machine room where you are shown (in German) the machinery in action, as well as some background history. From the top of the station, there are spectacular views over the whole of the region.

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Charge, combination ticket available

Getting There

From Dresden Hauptbahnhof take any tramline towards the centre of town, and change in town for tram line 12 to Schillerplatz, from there cross over the river. The stations are located just on the other side of the bridge. The hanging station is slightly further beyond the regular station
Latitude: 51.053585; Longitude: 13.816568
What3Words: concerts.lights.deal

Photos


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Web Link


www.dvbag.de/untnehm/bbbahn/bbbahn.htm
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Leipzig: Museum in the Runden Ecke Leipzig: Museum in the Runden Ecke No Data

Description


Originally the home of the Stasi, it was here on a night in 1989 that the crowds stormed the building. They discovered that the secret police were desperately trying to shred all the information that they had painstakingly collected over the previous 40 years. Almost every person had a file, and in them were reports from neighbours, friends and colleagues who had been on the payroll of the Stasi to give them information. The museum tells the history of the secret police as well as showing some of the ways that they obtained their information.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.341745; Longitude: 12.369951
What3Words: gearbox.composers.paths

Photos


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Web Link


www.runde-ecke-leipzig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Leipzig: Völkerschlachtdenkmal Leipzig: Völkerschlachtdenkmal No Data

Description


The Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Monument to the battle of nations) is possibly about the ugliest monument ever built combining the very worst that concrete and communism can do, yet it was built in 1913 for which there can be no excuse! The one advantage is that, as it dominates the skyline, you can get great views from the top. You can climb all the way to the top, or for an extra €1 take the lift to the first viewing 2/3 of the way up.

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Getting There

From the centre of Leipzig take either line 2 or line 15 trams to Völkerschlachtdenkmal stop, from there it is impossible to miss the monument!
Latitude: 51.31232; Longitude: 12.413113
What3Words: costumes.chew.loose

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Web Link


www.voelkerschlachtdenkmal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Potsdam: Neues Palais Potsdam: Neues Palais No Data

Description


A grand palace with over 200 different rooms, however, you only get to see a few of them on the guided tour you are taken around on. The tours are in German only with written translations. However, it is well worth it as one of the final rooms, the Marble hall is spectacular. Two stories high, covering half the width of the palace it is simply breath-taking.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.401332; Longitude: 13.015945
What3Words: reject.deposits.fashion

Photos


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Web Link


www.spsg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Potsdam: Schloß Sanssouci Potsdam: Schloß Sanssouci No Data

Description


Schloß Sanssouci built as a get away for the king from everyone except his closest friends this is a small and quite homely palace. It's only got about 12 rooms and covers just one floor. The guided tour is interesting, but only in German. Thankfully, you can read a paper translation to each room.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.404225; Longitude: 13.038411
What3Words: farmland.tanks.regime

Photos


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Web Link


www.spsg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sachsenhausen: Concentration camp Sachsenhausen: Concentration camp No Data

Description


This quiet town was the home to Northern Germany’s main Concentration camp during the Second World War, and after the war, the Soviets used it as a 'Special Camp' for dealing with their prisoners. The site was the 'model camp' and it was from here that the entire concentration camp system across the Nazi occupied lands was run. The site has a visitor’s centre that has recently been built. From here, you can hire very comprehensive audio guides, which take you around the only parts of the site that are remaining and help to put into context some of the things that happened here and tell the stories of some of the prisoners, some who survived, and many who did not.

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Free to look around the site, charge for the Audio guides (and a deposit such as a passport or driving licence is required)

Getting There

From the centre of Berlin take the S1 train (alternate trains only - every 20 minutes) to the end of the line at Orienberg, takes about 40 minutes. From here you can take the hourly 804 bus (takes 8 minutes) or it's a 20 minute well signed walk (don't believe the distances on the signs though, they go up as well as down, but it is about 2Km)
Latitude: 52.763943; Longitude: 13.260906
What3Words: advances.rats.useful

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Web Link


www.gedenkstaette-sachsenhausen.de/gums/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dresden Dresden No Data

Description


Once considered to be the Florence of the north, the city was all but destroyed during allied bombing raids towards the end of World War II. Reconstruction work still goes on to today (not helped by 40 years of East German rule) but the city is now starting to be returned to its former glory

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Getting There

Trains leave regularly from Berlin to Dresden taking just under 2 hours 30 minutes. In Dresden a comprehensive tram and bus network make getting around town easy
Latitude: 51.050991; Longitude: 13.733634
What3Words: takes.bumping.touched

Photos


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Web Link


www.dresden.de/index.html?lang=eng
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Leipzig Leipzig No Data

Description


The centre of the groundswell of rebellion that eventually lead to the fall of the East German state, Leipzig may not be a massively beautiful city, It's place in history though, is assured

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Getting There

ICE (Intercity Express) trains leave regularly from the Hauptbahnhof, taking around 75 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 51.340525; Longitude: 12.374672
What3Words: fingernails.olive.deadline

Photos


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Web Link


www.leipzig.de/int/en
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Potsdam Potsdam No Data

Description


Potsdam is located about 25Km to the South West of the centre of Berlin. It is the Capital city of the Brandenburg State. The centre of the city was devastated towards the end of WWII but the castles and palaces in Sanssouci Park survived.

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Getting There

Regular S-Bahn trains from the centre of Berlin run to Potsdam Hauptbahnhof (the end of the line) and take just over 30 minutes. Alternatively the Regional Express trains from the main stations in Berlin also stop at Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and take about 15 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 52.399512; Longitude: 13.047123
What3Words: enlarge.skin.alcove

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Web Link


www.potsdam.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/02/2004), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alte Nationalgalerie Alte Nationalgalerie No Data

Description


The art collection of the old DDR, and one of the key buildings of Museum Island. The extensive gallery includes a number of important German artists, along with a collection of works by other well-known European artists.

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Charge, joint ticket for all museums on Museum Island available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.520915; Longitude: 13.398181
What3Words: blending.blesses.smelter

Photos


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Web Link


www.smb.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Altes Museum Altes Museum No Data

Description


The museum houses the city's collection of Greek, Roman and Etruscan art, statues and artefacts.

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Charge, joint ticket for all museums on Museum Island available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.519466; Longitude: 13.398728
What3Words: envelope.plea.format

Photos


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Web Link


www.smb.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neues Museum Neues Museum No Data

Description


The Neues museum houses the city's extensive collection of Egyptian related artefacts, including the bust of Nefertiti

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Charge, joint ticket for all museums on Museum Island available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.52021; Longitude: 13.397666
What3Words: native.hounded.beefed

Photos


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Web Link


www.smb.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Pergamonmuseum Pergamonmuseum No Data

Description


The Pergamonmusem houses an extensive collection of reconstructed fragments of archaeology from Pergamon in modern day Turkey. There is also an exhibition on Islamic art.

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Charge, joint ticket for all museums on Museum Island available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.521228; Longitude: 13.396851
What3Words: victor.admiringly.select

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Web Link


www.smb.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sightseeing Buses Sightseeing Buses No Data

Description


Several companies offer open-top sightseeing tours round the key sights of the city, passing all the main attractions and offering hop-on-hop-off tickets valid for one or two days. Most offer commentary in German and English with some also offering other languages. Most of the tours originate on Kurfürstendamm near the Zoo station.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.503592; Longitude: 13.330246
What3Words: builders.strapped.disposal

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

100/200 Buses: Alexanderplatz 100/200 Buses: Alexanderplatz No Data

Description


The number 100 and 200 buses link Alexanderplatz and Zoo stations taking in many of the key sights in the city with the 100 running via the Reichstag and Siegessaule and the 200 via Potsdamer Platz and many of the modern parts of the city. Both services are normally formed of double deck buses so there are lots of opportunities for sightseeing for a lot less than the open-top tour buses

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Standard BVG tickets, including day passes

Getting There


Latitude: 52.522921; Longitude: 13.410155
What3Words: caravan.issue.factory

Photos


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Web Link


www.bvg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

100/200 Buses: Zoologischer Garten 100/200 Buses: Zoologischer Garten No Data

Description


The number 100 and 200 buses link Alexanderplatz and Zoo stations taking in many of the key sights in the city with the 100 running via the Reichstag and Siegessaule and the 200 via Potsdamer Platz and many of the modern parts of the city. Both services are normally formed of double deck buses so there are lots of opportunities for sightseeing for a lot less than the open-top tour buses

Charge


Standard BVG tickets, including day passes

Getting There


Latitude: 52.506856; Longitude: 13.333228
What3Words: guitar.proofs.hope

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Web Link


www.bvg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Berlin Botanischer Garten Berlin Botanischer Garten No Data

Description


The large botanical gardens, located in a South Western suburb of the city, include an arboretum, geographically themed gardens and several large glasshouses.

Charge


Charge, Ticket covers both the Botanical Gardens and the Museum

Getting There

Take the U9 or S-Bahn to Rathaus Steglitz and then catch either the M48 (southern entrance) or X33 (northern entrance) a couple of stops to the gardens
Latitude: 52.453864; Longitude: 13.305428
What3Words: staging.pity.notes

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Web Link


www.bgbm.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Berlin Botanischer Museum Berlin Botanischer Museum No Data

Description


The museum is located on the northern edge of the botanical gardens and houses both permanent and temporary exhibitions relating to plant life and the work of the gardens

Charge


Charge, Ticket covers both the Botanical Gardens and the Museum

Getting There

Take the U9 or S-Bahn to Rathaus Steglitz and then catch either the M48 (southern entrance) or X33 (northern entrance) a couple of stops to the gardens
Latitude: 52.458528; Longitude: 13.304727
What3Words: prime.milder.soothing

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Web Link


www.bgbm.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Christmas Markets Christmas Markets No Data

Description


From late November until the end of the year a number of Christmas markets spring up around the city centre. The main ones are located by the Memorial Church near Zoo station, at the foot of the TV tower and another one close by around Alexanderplatz. Additional smaller markets pop up in other parts of the city centre

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Generally free to look around, though some may charge a small entrance fee

Getting There


Latitude: 52.521803; Longitude: 13.413051
What3Words: roses.rarely.drifting

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Gärten der Welt Gärten der Welt No Data

Description


The site of the 2017 Internationale Gartenausstellung (Horticultural exhibition) the Gardens of the World is a collection of gardens and landscapes areas that take their inspiration from different parts of the planet, such as the Chinese gardens and the waterfall gardens.

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Charge, Joint ticket with the Cable Car is available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.538147; Longitude: 13.56993
What3Words: number.custard.awake

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Web Link


gruen-berlin.de/gaerten-der-welt
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum für Naturkunde Museum für Naturkunde No Data

Description


The city's natural history museum - home to a large collection of animals including several famous former residents of the city's zoo. The museum also has a large collection of dinosaurs and a big geology collection. Perhaps it's strangest collection is the 'Wet Collection' which has thousands of specimens in glass jars preserved in formaldehyde, all stacked in a massive glass cube.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.53012; Longitude: 13.379348
What3Words: scare.income.broccoli

Photos


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Web Link


www.naturkundemuseum.berlin
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Seilbahn Berlin Seilbahn Berlin No Data

Description


A cable car, put in for the 2017 IGA horticultural exhibition. The cable car links the two parts of the park site with the high ground in the centre from where there should be, on a good day, excellent views of the city from the East. A round trip includes the option to disembark at the middle station to explore the viewing tower in either direction.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with the Gärten der Welt is available

Getting There


Latitude: 52.53046; Longitude: 13.590021
What3Words: library.acclaim.order

Photos


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Web Link


www.seilbahn.berlin
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Spandau: Zitadelle Spandau: Zitadelle No Data

Description


Large fortress located at the point where the Spree and Harvel rivers meet to the West of the city centre. Parts of the fortress can trace their origins back to the 12th century. Today, after much restoration, most of the site is open to look around, including the Julius Tower from which you can get a good view over the fortress and see how the various bastions are laid out.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Spandau Station take the X33 bus a couple of stops to Zitadelle, or take the U7 two stops to Zitadelle - the bus stops significantly closer. Alternatively, it's around a 20 minute walk from the station. You can take the U7 from the centre of Berlin to Zitadelle, but it's a long and boring journey as it's completely underground the whole way.
Latitude: 52.541031; Longitude: 13.212847
What3Words: collects.renews.november

Photos


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Web Link


www.zitadelle-berlin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Spandau Spandau No Data

Description


A large suburb of Western Berlin this was on the Western edge of the wall, the town sits on both the Spree and Harvel rivers that meet by the fortress on the edge of the old town. Up until the start of the 20th century the then separate town was a major centre of industry for weapons manufacture and as such had an impressive fortress built. Today the centre of the town still contains a number of small churches and has a distinct feel to it, despite long ago having been swallowed up by a growing Berlin

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Getting There

There are regular S-Bahn trains from the centre of Berlin to Spandau - all terminating at the main station. Regular Regional Express and Regional Bahn trains also run to Berlin-Spandau station. Rathaus Spandau is the last stop on the U7 metro line and is located next to the main railway station.
Latitude: 52.53713; Longitude: 13.20473
What3Words: readily.secretly.deserved

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2017), and on time of last update (27/12/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Humboldt Forum Humboldt Forum No Data

Description


Built on the site of the former Berlin Palace, and to a very similar style you'd be hard pressed to know that the original was destroyed during the Second World War, then the ruins blown up by the East German Government to make way for their Parliament building, which only lasted 30 years before it was torn down following the collapse of the Berlin Wall. Today the forum houses a number of museums, galleries, exhibition spaces and cafes. Sitting alongside the Berliner Dom and the other museums on Museum Island it makes a great addition to the world class selection of cultural exhibitions in the area.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.517175; Longitude: 13.401552
What3Words: sleep.storms.downward

Photos


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Web Link


www.humboldtforum.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Humboldt Forum: Dachterrasse (Roof Terrace) Humboldt Forum: Dachterrasse (Roof Terrace) No Data

Description


You can take a lift to the top floor of the forum and step out onto the terrace from where there are excellent views across to the Berliner Dom and the buildings of Museum Islands, as well as views down Unter den Linden towards the West and down past the TV Tower and Red Town Hall of the East.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.51729; Longitude: 13.400691
What3Words: segments.stops.fees

Photos


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Web Link


www.humboldtforum.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Humboldt Forum: Ethnologisches Museum and Museum für Asiatische Kunst Humboldt Forum: Ethnologisches Museum and Museum für Asiatische Kunst No Data

Description


The museum looks at arts and cultures from around the globe, arranged into groups by continent - including a large number of artifacts. At the time of visiting only a part of the museum was open as the exhibitions were still being curated following the opening of the forum.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.516715; Longitude: 13.401265
What3Words: rocked.stage.noisy

Photos


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Web Link


www.humboldtforum.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Humboldt Forum: Schloßkeller (Palace Cellar) Humboldt Forum: Schloßkeller (Palace Cellar) No Data

Description


You can descend down into the basement of the forum where you meet the former cellars of the palace - the only parts of the 17th century building that survived the war and demolition. For a number of years in the early 2000s parts of the cellars were visible from above ground as demolition of the DDR parliament took place, before they disappeared again under the construction of the forum. You can also see the sites where the East German government set the charges that demolished the ruined palace, craters still visible in the ground today.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.516589; Longitude: 13.40081
What3Words: marked.clothed.heave

Photos


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Web Link


www.humboldtforum.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stasi Museum Stasi Museum No Data

Description


Located in the main building of the Stasi complex in a residential part of East Berlin. The infamous secret police eventually took over all the buildings in this complex, but the top brass remained in this building throughout their time here. You can explore the history of the Stasi and their methods for keeping the population in check through the various exhibits before visiting the offices and social spaces of the senior leaders on the upper floors.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

The complex is close to the Magdalenenstraße on the U5 subway line
Latitude: 52.514528; Longitude: 13.487393
What3Words: awaiting.chefs.mute

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Web Link


www.stasimuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tierpark Tierpark No Data

Description


The old East Berlin zoo, built by the East German authorities as the original Berlin Zoo ended up over in the Western side of the city. The zoo is surprisingly spacious, though possibly due to a much smaller number of animals being on display than would have been here during the heyday of the DDR.

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Charge

Getting There

Tierpark is on the U5 subway line
Latitude: 52.498461; Longitude: 13.523285
What3Words: identity.pencils.intervals

Photos


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Web Link


www.tierpark-berlin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Köpenick: Schloß Köpenick Köpenick: Schloß Köpenick No Data

Description


A former palace of the Elector of Brandenburg located on the banks of the River Dahme on a small peninsular of land that sticks out into the river. This elegant palace is now home to the museum of interiors which shows off room designs and furnishings from across the ages, with a particular focus on the Baroque and Rocco periods

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.443861; Longitude: 13.572801
What3Words: crusher.outgoing.emperor

Photos


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Web Link


www.smb.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Köpenick Köpenick No Data

Description


Located at the confluence of the Dahme and Spree rivers the town of Köpenick was independent until it's absorption into an ever expanding Berlin in the 1920s. The town was an important location, being home to a palace of the Elector of Brandenburg from the 16th Century. The historic old-town, where the rivers merge, is a pretty and compact space to wander around, along with the picturesque palace gardens.

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Getting There

The S3 runs every 20 minutes from the centre of Berlin (and every 10 minutes from Ostbahnhof) to Köpenick taking about 30 minutes to make the journey from the Hauptbahnhof, 15 minutes from Ostbahnhof). The S-Bahn station is in the newer part of town, about 2Km from the old town on the rivers. Trams 62, 63 and 68 run from the station to the Rathaus tramstop in the centre of the old town.
Latitude: 52.442631; Longitude: 13.582269
What3Words: comments.composed.lawn

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/02/2022), and on time of last update (23/02/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Freiburg Bächle Freiburg Bächle No Data

Description


These small little canals run alongside many of the city streets. Originally a form of drainage and sewerage removal, today they are pleasant little streams that help to cool the city centre.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 47.995994; Longitude: 7.851046
What3Words: snore.circles.careless

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Martinstor Martinstor No Data

Description


One of the remaining gates of the city with an impressive array of small turrets

Charge


Free to look at, no access

Getting There


Latitude: 47.993712; Longitude: 7.848962
What3Words: chop.supple.guitar

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Münster Münster No Data

Description


The city's main church with it's tower dominating the skyline

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 47.995567; Longitude: 7.852857
What3Words: tailing.prompts.sweeter

Photos


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Web Link


freiburgermuenster.info
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Münster: Turm Münster: Turm No Data

Description


You can climb the main tower of the Münster for views over the city

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.995551; Longitude: 7.852231
What3Words: seasons.fitter.keeps

Photos


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Web Link


freiburgermuenster.info
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schauinslandbahn Schauinslandbahn No Data

Description


Cable car rising up to the mountains surrounding the city and offering great views over the local area

Charge


Charge, Included in the Welcome Card

Getting There

From the city centre take tram 2 to the end of the line where it connects with bus 21 to the bottom station of the cable car.
Latitude: 47.936028; Longitude: 7.865332
What3Words: pressing.trails.fades

Photos


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Web Link


www.schauinslandbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schlossberg Schlossberg No Data

Description


The city centre mountain. From the top there are excellent views over the city and on into the Black Forrest

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Getting There


Latitude: 47.993692; Longitude: 7.858216
What3Words: fairy.wedge.tiling

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schlossbergbahn Schlossbergbahn No Data

Description


The city's funicular railway that climbs up to the Castle hill to get access to stunning views over the city centre

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Getting There


Latitude: 47.99717; Longitude: 7.857432
What3Words: purses.silks.expires

Photos


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Web Link


www.schlossberg-bahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schwabentor Schwabentor No Data

Description


One of the remaining gates of the city, an impressive structure with a large painting on the city side and impressive fortification on the outside

Charge


Free to look at, small museum housed inside

Getting There


Latitude: 47.992933; Longitude: 7.854162
What3Words: opponent.rips.takeover

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Feldberg: Feldbergbahen Feldberg: Feldbergbahen No Data

Description


Short cable car rising up to the top of the mountain and the tower

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Feldberg-Bärental station the 7300 bus goes direct to the base station of the cable car, buses connect with the trains
Latitude: 47.861603; Longitude: 8.036168
What3Words: faxes.poorly.newbie

Photos


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Web Link


www.feldbergbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Feldberg: Feldburgturm Feldberg: Feldburgturm No Data

Description


Tower on the top of the mountain offering views over the neighbouring peaks. A lift takes you all the way to the viewing platform at the top

Charge


Charge, included in Cable Car price

Getting There

From Feldberg-Bärental station the 7300 bus goes direct to the base station of the cable car, buses connect with the trains
Latitude: 47.864533; Longitude: 8.022253
What3Words: leniency.squiggle.lightbulb

Photos


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Web Link


www.feldbergbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Feldberg: Schwarzwälder Schinkenmuseum Feldberg: Schwarzwälder Schinkenmuseum No Data

Description


Located on the 1st floor of the Feldburgturm this is a small museum devoted to Black Forrest Ham - how it is created and the best ways of consuming it

Charge


Charge, included in Cable Car price

Getting There

From Feldberg-Bärental station the 7300 bus goes direct to the base station of the cable car, buses connect with the trains
Latitude: 47.864488; Longitude: 8.022281
What3Words: deeds.wearying.commented

Photos


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Web Link


www.feldbergbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schulchsee: Seerundfahrten Schulchsee: Seerundfahrten No Data

Description


A 70 minute round trip up and down the Schulchsee.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.814851; Longitude: 8.178324
What3Words: beaker.enchanting.outshone

Photos


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Web Link


www.seerundfahrten.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Feldberg Feldberg No Data

Description


One of the highest points in the Black Forrest. During the winter months this is a ski resort, but in the summer the cable car and paths provide access to beautiful countryside and stunning views

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Getting There

From Freiburg take the hourly train towards Seebrugg and get off at Feldberg-Bärental
Latitude: 47.860459; Longitude: 8.035717
What3Words: everything.curtsey.tarnish

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schulchsee Schulchsee No Data

Description


Situated on the banks of the lake of the same name this small town is the hopping off point to get easy access to the lake and the surrounding area

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Getting There

From Freiburg take the hourly train towards Seebrugg and get off at Schulchsee
Latitude: 47.817784; Longitude: 8.17784
What3Words: towels.contestants.dredge

Photos


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Web Link


www.schluchsee.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/08/2016), and on time of last update (04/09/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bergbahn Bergbahn No Data

Description


The Bergbahn is split into two parts. The first train takes you up to the castle and on to Molenkur in about 5 minutes where you change trains. The second train takes around 10 minutes to reach the summit at Königstuhl. From the top station there are stunning views over the city and the valley, although as you are above the castle the one thing you can't see is the castle!

Charge


Charge, Combined ticket with the Schloß available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.411214; Longitude: 8.711987
What3Words: novelist.terms.points

Photos


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Web Link


www.bergbahn-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg: Bismarcksäule Heiligenberg: Bismarcksäule No Data

Description


A monumental tower to Bismarck that you can climb for views over the western end of the city (but not the castle)

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.419384; Longitude: 8.704117
What3Words: reminder.ticked.rummage

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg: Heidenloch Heiligenberg: Heidenloch No Data

Description


The remains of pre-Roman activity

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.419307; Longitude: 8.702658
What3Words: pausing.jaws.cans

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg: Kloisterruine St. Stephan Heiligenberg: Kloisterruine St. Stephan No Data

Description


The small ruins of this former religious site

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.419667; Longitude: 8.703929
What3Words: claps.strays.protests

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg: Ruine Michaels-Basilika Heiligenberg: Ruine Michaels-Basilika No Data

Description


One of the oldest sites in the region. Pre-Roman and Roman worship have all taken place on this site, but the ruins standing there now are from St Michael's Basilica

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.425895; Longitude: 8.706488
What3Words: tinted.reinforce.self

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg: Thingstätte Heiligenberg: Thingstätte No Data

Description


Originally a quarry during the 1930's the Nazi's turned this into an amphitheatre.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.423463; Longitude: 8.706311
What3Words: station.aspect.presses

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg: Turm Heiligenberg: Turm No Data

Description


Located next to the ruins of St Stephan's Cloister the tower has stunning views over the Neckar Valley and directly across and down onto the castle

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.419447; Longitude: 8.704053
What3Words: keyboard.fork.hotel

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neckarsonne Neckarsonne No Data

Description


A 50 minute cruise along the Neckar past the old town in a solar powered boat. There is commentary in both German and English, though most of the commentary is about the boat itself.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.41364; Longitude: 8.708183
What3Words: started.trusts.sting

Photos


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Web Link


www.hdsolarschiff.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Philosophenweg Philosophenweg No Data

Description


Winding it's way through the former boundaries of vineyards, the Philosophers Way was given it's name after a number of poets wrote about the views from it. The walk runs along a ridge, part way up the Heiligenberg and from the walk you can gain easy access to the rest of the attractions on the Heiligenberg.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.415214; Longitude: 8.700375
What3Words: destiny.piston.instant

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß: Courtyard Schloß: Courtyard No Data

Description


The ruins of the castle, mostly destroyed following a fire caused by a lightning strike. Just one building has been fully restored, the bulk of the rest are just shells.

Charge


Charge (includes entrance to the Courtyard, Deutsches Apotheken Museum and the Großes Faß)

Getting There


Latitude: 49.410771; Longitude: 8.715355
What3Words: judges.snares.prestige

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Web Link


www.schloss-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß: Deutsches Apotheken Museum Schloß: Deutsches Apotheken Museum No Data

Description


The museum is located in the former royal pharmacy and tells the story of pharmacy and medicine.

Charge


Charge (includes entrance to the Courtyard, Deutsches Apotheken Museum and the Großes Faß)

Getting There


Latitude: 49.411026; Longitude: 8.71579
What3Words: pounce.supplied.historic

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Web Link


www.schloss-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß: Gardens Schloß: Gardens No Data

Description


The remains of the palace gardens. The terrace offers stunning views back to the castle

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.410628; Longitude: 8.718075
What3Words: dwell.supreme.ripe

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Web Link


www.schloss-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß: Großes Faß Schloß: Großes Faß No Data

Description


The largest wine barrel in the world, capable of holding 55,000 gallons of wine. You can climb up over the barrel to take in the sheer size

Charge


Charge (includes entrance to the Courtyard, Deutsches Apotheken Museum and the Großes Faß)

Getting There


Latitude: 49.41097; Longitude: 8.714905
What3Words: standing.edicts.sublet

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Web Link


www.schloss-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß: Palace Tour Schloß: Palace Tour No Data

Description


The tour takes you inside the one restored building of the castle, giving you an idea as to what the palace might have been like before it was destroyed

Charge


Charge, additional to the entrance fee to the Courtyard

Getting There


Latitude: 49.410492; Longitude: 8.715146
What3Words: also.thuds.verse

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Web Link


www.schloss-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dilsberg: Bergfeste Dilsberg Dilsberg: Bergfeste Dilsberg No Data

Description


The ruins of the castle at the highest point of the town. All that remains is the central tower and part of the outer wall, from the top of which are stunning views over the Neckar Valley

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.398902; Longitude: 8.836779
What3Words: hogwash.obeys.overheating

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Web Link


www.burgfeste-dilsberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dilsberg Dilsberg No Data

Description


A fairy tale German town on the top of a hill near the Neckar Valley. The town is wrapped around the base of the ruins of the castle

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Getting There

From Heidelberg catch the S-Bahn to Neckargemünd (regular, about 15 minutes) and change there onto the hourly 753 bus which goes directly to the town entrance or hourly 752 which goes to the bottom of the hill.
Latitude: 49.399217; Longitude: 8.835851
What3Words: piglet.doddle.deprives

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Web Link


www.dilsberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heiligenberg Heiligenberg No Data

Description


The highest point on the North bank of the Neckar overlooking the city centre and providing stunning views over the whole of Heidelberg

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Getting There

There are several paths that lead up onto the hill. The quickest is to take the snake path (Schlangenweg) from just opposite the north end of the Alte Brücke
Latitude: 49.421729; Longitude: 8.705635
What3Words: tanked.about.outings

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jesuitenkirche Jesuitenkirche No Data

Description


Impressive church near the river and visible from across much of the city, inside the church is very light and covered in gold leaf

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.486268; Longitude: 8.460673
What3Words: flock.showdown.taped

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Web Link


www.jesuitenkirche.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/04/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Riverside - Neckar Riverside - Neckar No Data

Description


The smaller of the two rivers running through the city, the Neckar has larger banks and more riverside walks

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.494179; Longitude: 8.46925
What3Words: zapped.income.switch

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/04/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Riverside - Rhein Riverside - Rhein No Data

Description


One of the key rivers of Germany and a busy industrial highway separating Mannheim from it's sister city of Ludwigshafen on the opposite bank. There are riverside gardens near the castle to wander through to take in the views

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.483578; Longitude: 8.455736
What3Words: molars.sample.glorious

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/03/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schloß No Data

Description


Once one of the most important castles in the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nations today much of the castle is part of the university, but the central wing is open to the public as a museum so you can tour round to see how the Prince Electors lived during they heydays of the Palatinate and Baden monarchies.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.482908; Longitude: 8.461656
What3Words: ideal.village.sour

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Web Link


www.schloss-mannheim.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/04/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tram 5 Tram 5 No Data

Description


The tram runs as a circular route through the Rhein-Neckar triangle of cities around Mannheim and Heidelberg. A full circuit takes around 2 and quarter hours, but there are several places to get off to take in the views of castles, rivers and ancient towns and cities.

Charge


Requires a travel ticket covering 4 zones

Getting There

Number 5 trams leave from many of the stops in the city centre going in either direction. Make sure you board one showing Rundfhart as it's main destination as around half only operate part of the route.
Latitude: 49.489398; Longitude: 8.467738
What3Words: sensible.fields.lush

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Web Link


rnv-online.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/03/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wasserturm Wasserturm No Data

Description


The Water tower is one of the key icons of the city, surrounded by a small park it's a pleasant area to while away some time. During the summer months the tower is open to go inside and look at the small exhibition

Charge


Free, Charge when tower is open

Getting There


Latitude: 49.484025; Longitude: 8.475599
What3Words: performs.gross.seating

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/03/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Worms: Cathedral Worms: Cathedral No Data

Description


There has been a building on this site since Roman times, and for a while the cathedral was one of the most important in Germany.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.630129; Longitude: 8.3598
What3Words: diagram.depend.popping

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Web Link


www.wormser-dom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/04/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Worms: City Walls Worms: City Walls No Data

Description


The walls, originally created by the Romans, once encircled the city. Today only fragments remain, but they include some impressive towers along the way. You can follow a walk that takes you on a circuit around the city walls

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.629164; Longitude: 8.3669
What3Words: enormous.skill.unroll

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/04/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ludwigshafen Ludwigshafen No Data

Description


Located on the opposite side of the Rhein from Mannheim despite the fact it's in a completely different state (Rheinland-Pfalz as apposed to Mannheim which is in Baden-Wurttemberg) it's pretty much all the same conurbation. Ludwigshafen is slightly more industrial and lacks the historic city centre of Mannheim but does boast large shopping centres, and from the riverside excellent views of Mannheim

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Getting There

Regular trains, trams and buses cross backwards and forwards between the two cities, it's also possible to walk across the bridges between the two.
Latitude: 49.479873; Longitude: 8.451371
What3Words: teaches.feasts.message

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/03/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Worms Worms No Data

Description


One of the oldest cities in Germany and home to a spectacular cathedral and some pretty impressive medieval city walls

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Mannheim to Worms, taking around 30 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 49.630558; Longitude: 8.361675
What3Words: drives.resemble.warnings

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/04/2017), and on time of last update (07/04/2017) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fernsehturm (TV Tower) Fernsehturm (TV Tower) No Data

Description


Located on the hills above the city centre the TV tower offers stunning views across the city and the Valley. The outdoors viewing platform at 150m is reached by a fast lift. A floor below the viewing platform is a café.

Charge


Charge. Free with a Stuttcard

Getting There

From the city centre catch either a U7 or U15 out to Rhubank (Fernsehturm). From the station is a five minute walk
Latitude: 48.755743; Longitude: 9.190235
What3Words: anyone.reheat.grants

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Web Link


www.fernsehturm-stuttgart.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2011), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Funicular railway Funicular railway No Data

Description


Located about 3 miles south of the centre is the Funicular railway which takes you up (steeply) into some of the hills surrounding Stuttgart, unfortunately the trains don't go high enough to take you over the tree line so all there is to see are lots of trees!

Charge


Charge. Free with a Stuttcard or included with the public transport ticket

Getting There

From the city centre catch either U1 or U14 to Südheimer Platz then cross the road and walk away from the city for about 100 meters.
Latitude: 48.755874; Longitude: 9.142261
What3Words: feelers.bluffs.spark

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Web Link


www.ssb-ag.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hauptbahnhof Turm (Station Tower) Hauptbahnhof Turm (Station Tower) No Data

Description


2005 Review - The spacious clock tower of the station that has now been turned into a viewing platform, and within the tower an exhibition space that shows the plans for the complete redevelopment of the area over the next 10 years or so (The main plan appears to be rotating the entire station, tracks and everything else by 90°, only a small task!). 2024 Update - nearly 20 years on and the 10 years or so is now 25 years or so as works are still not complete, though they are now in the final stages.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 48.783233; Longitude: 9.18273
What3Words: backs.ages.tropic

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Landemuseum Landemuseum No Data

Description


2011 Review - Located in the Alt Schloß the museum houses an eclectic collection of artefacts relating to the Württemberg royals and the area. At the time of visiting the museum was undergoing extensive refurbishment and only a part of it was open.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.777008; Longitude: 9.179549
What3Words: grills.degree.guises

Photos


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Web Link


www.landesmuseum-stuttgart.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2011), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Natural History Museum Natural History Museum No Data

Description


Germany has one of the best geological conditions for fossils to be found in and the museum proved this by the sheer number of specimens from the small to the gigantic on display.

Charge


Charge. Free with a Stuttcard

Getting There


Latitude: 48.804284; Longitude: 9.18943
What3Words: ruin.grass.patting

Photos


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Web Link


www.naturkundemuseum-bw.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Solitude Schloß Solitude No Data

Description


Less a palace more a royal hunting lodge it sits in a commanding position overlooking the surrounding countryside. Visits are only on guided tours (at the time of visiting only available in German, but this appeared to be an anomaly rather than the norm)

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From Österreicher Platz U-Bahn station catch the 92 bus out to the palace. The journey takes around 20 minutes and the bus stops right outside the palace building
Latitude: 48.786824; Longitude: 9.084419
What3Words: parts.suffer.perform

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Web Link


www.schloss-solitude.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stuttgart Tour Stuttgart Tour No Data

Description


Two bus tours that take in the key sights in the city.

Charge


Charge, Discount with a Stuttcard

Getting There


Latitude: 48.777575; Longitude: 9.179707
What3Words: toolbar.books.buddy

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Web Link


www.ssb-ag.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wilhelma Wilhelma No Data

Description


The city's combined zoo and biological gardens. Lots of displays of animals from around the world, including all the usual favourites (Lions, Tigers, Elephants, Rhinos etc.)

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Getting There


Latitude: 48.806369; Longitude: 9.205931
What3Words: touched.prawn.wins

Photos


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Web Link


www.wilhelma.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/07/2005), and on time of last update (02/08/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zacke (Rack Railway) Zacke (Rack Railway) No Data

Description


The rack railway (similar to the cog wheel railway in Budapest) again climbs steeply into the hills overlooking Stuttgart, this time going above the tree line before it reaches the town of Degerloch.

Charge


Charge. Free with a Stuttcard or included with the public transport ticket

Getting There

Starts from either Marienplatz (U1, U14) or Degerloch (U5, U6, U8)
Latitude: 48.76426; Longitude: 9.168686
What3Words: hatch.creamed.october

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Web Link


www.ssb-ag.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Esslingen: Dicker Turm (Fat Tower) Esslingen: Dicker Turm (Fat Tower) No Data

Description


Part of the original fortifications and walls of the town, this tower provides stunning views over the picturesque city centre and surrounding countryside

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 48.744623; Longitude: 9.310044
What3Words: coasted.jams.imagined

Photos


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Web Link


dickerturm.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heidelberg: Schloß Heidelberg: Schloß No Data

Description


This is an impressive structure, despite the fact that it is completely ruined. The site contains a museum to the history of pharmacies and the "Big Barrel" which is the world’s largest wine barrel.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.410694; Longitude: 8.715452
What3Words: fairness.tuned.raced

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heidelberg: Heidelberger Bergbahnen Heidelberg: Heidelberger Bergbahnen No Data

Description


The railway goes up two stops where you change from the modern sleek carriage to something more "vintage" from here its another 10 minutes or so off climbing to the top, from where there are glorious views over the whole of the valley with the Necker river meandering through it and the vineyards clinging to the side of the hill.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.411957; Longitude: 8.711836
What3Words: glow.buddy.quintet

Photos


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Web Link


www.bergbahn-heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rotenberg: Württemberg Royal Mausoleum Rotenberg: Württemberg Royal Mausoleum No Data

Description


Originally on this site there was a castle. One of the last residents Queen Katharina loved the area so much that when she died her husband King Wilhelm knocked down the castle and built this impressive mausoleum to house her body. When, eventually, he died as well he was buried here. The monument is on the top of a very large hill and has astounding views over the local countryside.

Charge


Charge. Free with a Stuttcard

Getting There

Catch either U4, U13 or S1 to Untertürkheim Station and then catch bus 61 to Rotenberg (end of the route). From directly opposite the bus stop follow the road up the hill, it curls round and then leads up to the memorial, which is visible the whole way)
Latitude: 48.782027; Longitude: 9.268802
What3Words: payback.reacting.these

Photos


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Web Link


www.grabkapelle-wuerttemberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/07/2005), and on time of last update (09/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Esslingen Esslingen No Data

Description


A picturesque and historic town, with lots of buildings that have survived the 20th Century. Formally an independent city the area has now been consumed by Stuttgart's growing suburbs and is now just part of them

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Getting There

S-Bahn line S1 runs direct to Esslingen
Latitude: 48.741097; Longitude: 9.308052
What3Words: minus.mergers.curtains

Photos


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Web Link


www.esslingen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/07/2005), and on time of last update (02/08/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Heidelberg Heidelberg No Data

Description


One of Germany’s premier seats of learning (Think Cambridge or the Sorbonne!) the city is also home to a ruined castle and spectacular scenery.

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Getting There

Twice hourly Regional Express trains run from Stuttgart to Heidelberg central station. Alternatively there are regular (but more expensive) ICE trains which call at both stations. From Heidelberg station you can catch either the Tram or bus (though the bus gets you closer) to the centre of town, or walk the (roughly) two miles
Latitude: 49.4019; Longitude: 8.680285
What3Words: divide.century.flirts

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Web Link


www.heidelberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/07/2005), and on time of last update (02/08/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rotenberg Rotenberg No Data

Description


Located in the hills above the city, and surrounded by vineyards, this area has stunning views not only of the city, but of the surrounding small villages nestling next to the vineyards, and off into the Black Forest. The sight of all the vineyards themselves is impressive as well

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Getting There

Catch either U4, U13 or S1 to Untertürkheim Station and then catch bus 61 to Rotenberg (end of the route). From directly opposite the bus stop follow the road up the hill, it curls round and then leads up to the memorial, which is visible the whole way)
Latitude: 48.782607; Longitude: 9.271603
What3Words: modules.dripped.spare

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/07/2005), and on time of last update (02/08/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Beer and Brewery Tour Beer and Brewery Tour No Data

Description


The tour starts with a visit to one of the lesser known beer halls, before heading off to the Paulainer Brewery for a tour, explanation of how beer is brewed in Germany, and then a chance to taste some of the different types of beer, then it's back into the city centre to the Hofbrauhaus, to end the evening in the most famous pub on the planet.

Charge


Charge (beer sampling included in the fee, all other drinks are in addition)

Getting There


Latitude: 48.137418; Longitude: 11.575443
What3Words: cool.snaps.conveys

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Web Link


www.munichwalktours.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alter Peter (Old St Peters Church) Alter Peter  (Old St Peters Church) No Data

Description


A slightly odd looking church with a centre tower that is the width of the church and completely rectangular. From the top of the tower the views of the centre of Munich are as good as those from the top of the Frauenkirche, except from here you can see down into the Marienplatz.

Charge


Charge to Climb the tower

Getting There


Latitude: 48.136509; Longitude: 11.57577
What3Words: boats.trooper.oblige

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Alte Pinakothek Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Alte Pinakothek No Data

Description


The Alte Pinakothek focuses on European Art from the 14th to the 18th Century, with a number of old masters in the Collection.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for Alte, Neue, Moderne, Brandhorst and Sammlung Schack available. If you visit on a Sunday it's just €1 to enter each site.

Getting There


Latitude: 48.148299; Longitude: 11.569953
What3Words: foil.opposite.detect

Photos


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Web Link


www.pinakothek.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Museum Brandhorst Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Museum Brandhorst No Data

Description


The Brandhorst is home to the Pinakothek's collection of the contemporary art, including works by many active artists.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for Alte, Neue, Moderne, Brandhorst and Sammlung Schack available. If you visit on a Sunday it's just €1 to enter each site.

Getting There


Latitude: 48.147823; Longitude: 11.573957
What3Words: jogging.altering.letter

Photos


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Web Link


www.pinakothek.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Neue Pinakothek Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Neue Pinakothek No Data

Description


The Neue Pinakothek focuses on Art from the 19th century, including works by Van Gogh, Cezanne, Monet, Turner and Constable

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for Alte, Neue, Moderne, Brandhorst and Sammlung Schack available. If you visit on a Sunday it's just €1 to enter each site.

Getting There


Latitude: 48.149863; Longitude: 11.571075
What3Words: shop.resemble.hairpin

Photos


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Web Link


www.pinakothek.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Pinakothek der Moderne Bayerische Staatsgemäldesammlungen: Pinakothek der Moderne No Data

Description


The Modern art gallery focuses on 20th century art and design, housed in a stunning gallery set around a central rotunda, off which the galleries radiate.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket for Alte, Neue, Moderne, Brandhorst and Sammlung Schack available. If you visit on a Sunday it's just €1 to enter each site.

Getting There


Latitude: 48.147159; Longitude: 11.57227
What3Words: prompts.tablet.crashing

Photos


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Web Link


www.pinakothek.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

BMW museum BMW museum No Data

Description


***2005*** The main museum is currently undergoing renovation, but this small display explains the history of the company along with examples of some of its milestone cars

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.176546; Longitude: 11.556995
What3Words: romance.reunion.floating

Photos


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Web Link


www.bmwworld.com/museums.htm
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanischen Garten (Botanical Gardens) Botanischen Garten (Botanical Gardens) No Data

Description


Located just behind the Schloß Nymphenburg the botanical gardens are made up of substantial grounds with outdoors planting a large greenhouse complex that has specimens from around the world in the usual mix of temperate and tropical rooms

Charge


Charge

Getting There

Tram 17 from the centre of town stops at the Botanical Gardens (two stops after the Schloß Nymphenburg palace and one before the end of the line)
Latitude: 48.163048; Longitude: 11.500379
What3Words: examples.richly.funnels

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Web Link


www.botmuc.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Englischer Garten Englischer Garten No Data

Description


The Englischer Garten is a massive park that stretches for over 5KM along the edge of the river. The park is also home to the Chinese tower beer garden, the oldest in the city

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 48.149281; Longitude: 11.589589
What3Words: indicate.heads.embarks

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Frauenkirche Frauenkirche No Data

Description


The vast onion domed towers of the church are one of the most visible symbols of the city. The church itself is quite plain inside, but none the less impressive. The right hand tower (which is fractionally taller than the left hand one) has a lift installed in it and you can use this to reach the top for views out over the city.

Charge


Free to enter the church, charge to go up the tower

Getting There


Latitude: 48.138571; Longitude: 11.57356
What3Words: enjoyable.mashing.dodges

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/10/2004), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Glyptothek Glyptothek No Data

Description


The Glypthothek houses a collection of Greek and Roman statues, marbles and busts.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.146575; Longitude: 11.565827
What3Words: tasters.milk.ends

Photos


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Web Link


www.antike-am-koenigsplatz.mwn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofbrauhaus Hofbrauhaus No Data

Description


Probably one of the most famous beer halls in the world. The Hofbrauhaus, even if you aren't coming in for a drink is an impressive building with painted ceilings and a total old-world feel to it. They also serve good beer and food! It's free to enter to have a quick look, but if you want to stay for longer you will have to buy something. To do so you must be seated, and getting a seat can be tricky. However, everyone is friendly and you can usually stick yourself at the end of someone else's bench. Just remember to clink glasses every 20 seconds and learn the words to DJ Otzi - Hey Baby!!

Charge


Free/Charge (see description)

Getting There


Latitude: 48.137927; Longitude: 11.579697
What3Words: defining.plastic.cinemas

Photos


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Web Link


www.hofbraeuhaus.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mikes Bike Tour Mikes Bike Tour No Data

Description


Well presented and informative bike tours of the city centre and Englischer Garten, take in most of the main sites.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.136649; Longitude: 11.576972
What3Words: counts.surfed.fever

Photos


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Web Link


www.mikesbiketours.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oktoberfest Oktoberfest No Data

Description


The annual two week drinking fest that attracts crowds in their hundreds of thousands to a small fair ground just behind the central station. As much beer and food as your stomach (or wallet) can take.

Charge


No charge to enter tents, however you much purchase food or drink to remain seated

Getting There


Latitude: 48.132957; Longitude: 11.54912
What3Words: conclude.posts.fewest

Photos


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Web Link


www.oktoberfest.de/en/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/10/2004), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Olympiaturm (Olympic Tower) Olympiaturm (Olympic Tower) No Data

Description


Next door to the Olympic stadium and towering above everything else in the city the Olympic tower offers stunning views of the Olympic Park, the City, the Alps and the next door BMW works!

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.174629; Longitude: 11.55369
What3Words: cuter.announce.gala

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/10/2004), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Open-top Tour Open-top Tour No Data

Description


An hour long tour around the main sights of the centre of the city. The tour is presented by a live guide in both English and German

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.140261; Longitude: 11.561337
What3Words: coveted.cargo.betrayal

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenz: Cuvilliés Theatre Residenz: Cuvilliés Theatre No Data

Description


Located within the Residenz, the theatre is a perfect example of Rococo design (or over indulgence depending on your view)

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.140944; Longitude: 11.57952
What3Words: modes.punk.acclaim

Photos


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Web Link


www.residenz-muenchen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenz: Residenzmuseum Residenz: Residenzmuseum No Data

Description


The city centre dwelling of the Electors and Kings of Bavaria. This is a massive complex which was expanded and enlarged over centuries. Almost totally destroyed in the second world war, today it has been almost completely restored, and you can see the richness of surroundings that the royal family lived in.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with the Schatzkammer available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.141596; Longitude: 11.578404
What3Words: initial.careless.stewing

Photos


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Web Link


www.residenz-muenchen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenz: Schatzkammer der Residenz Residenz: Schatzkammer der Residenz No Data

Description


Just a small corner of the Residence is taken up by an exhibition on the treasures of the residence. A collection of valuable and important artefacts from the history of the site.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with the Residenzmuseum available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.140361; Longitude: 11.578549
What3Words: quantity.asset.shampoo

Photos


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Web Link


www.residenz-muenchen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Nymphenburg: Grounds Schloß Nymphenburg: Grounds No Data

Description


The grounds include many kilometres of paths that you can wander around taking in the stunning vistas as they open up back to the palace and up the various lakes and formal water features. A café in the former palm house provides a good place to grab a bite to eat

Charge


Free

Getting There

Tram 17 from the centre of town stops by the castle. Alternatively if you take it to the end of the line that leaves you by the top end of the gardens so that you can walk back through them to the palace
Latitude: 48.157659; Longitude: 11.48656
What3Words: pounce.words.corded

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-nymphenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Nymphenburg: Palace Schloß Nymphenburg: Palace No Data

Description


The former summer residence of the Bavarian rulers, this stunning palace is surrounded by lakes and set in a massive park. You can tour many of the rooms inside the palace using an audio guide.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with the small palaces available

Getting There

Tram 17 from the centre of town stops just past the castle
Latitude: 48.158271; Longitude: 11.503329
What3Words: clerics.given.fields

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-nymphenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/10/2005), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Nymphenburg: Small Palaces Schloß Nymphenburg: Small Palaces No Data

Description


A series of smaller palaces dot the grounds round the palace and you can also visit these during the summer months

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with the small palaces available

Getting There

Tram 17 from the centre of town stops just past the castle
Latitude: 48.154317; Longitude: 11.493534
What3Words: message.happen.jacuzzi

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-nymphenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2014), and on time of last update (26/12/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Augsburg: Basilika of St Ulrich and Afra Augsburg: Basilika of St Ulrich and Afra No Data

Description


The most visually stunning and prominent of the city's churches. Inside the church it is quite dark and simple, but the crypt contains the remains of the two saints who have given their name to the church.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 48.36151; Longitude: 10.900111
What3Words: cuff.remodel.entry

Photos


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Web Link


st-ulrich-und-afra.de/index.cms
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Augsburg: Dom Mariä Heimsuchung Augsburg: Dom Mariä Heimsuchung No Data

Description


The cathedral is spectacular in size, yet is light and airy with lots of windows. Outside of the cathedral is a display of some of the Roman remains of the city.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 48.372658; Longitude: 10.89642
What3Words: backlog.jacket.kickers

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Augsburg: Perlachturm Augsburg: Perlachturm No Data

Description


To get a good view of the city you can climb the 269 steps of the Perlachturm which looks out over the whole of the city. From here you can see spire upon spire. The city is dotted with churches and cathedrals

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 48.368868; Longitude: 10.898561
What3Words: flow.nursery.memo

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dachau: Concentration Camp Dachau: Concentration Camp No Data

Description


Despite the number of visitors to the site an eerie silence still hangs over a place where over 30,000 people died and many tens of thousands more were held before being sent to their deaths in other camps. At the back of the site is one of the most distressing places in the whole camp the Crematorium which also includes the gas chamber marked as "Shower"

Charge


Free to enter, €3 charge for the audio guide (Which also cover the KZ-Gedenkstätte museum) which is well worth the money

Getting There

See also the details for getting to Dachau. From the bus station, directly in front of the main station catch either the 724 or 726 to the site.
Latitude: 48.270969; Longitude: 11.468074
What3Words: liked.entitle.swear
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dachau: KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau Dachau: KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau No Data

Description


Located within the Dachau Concentration Camp this large museum charts the history of the concentration camp system and the crimes that were committed within their walls.

Charge


Free to enter, €3 charge for the audio guide (Which also cover the Concentration camp site) which is well worth the money

Getting There

See also the details for getting to Dachau. From the bus station, directly in front of the main station catch either the 724 or 726 to the site.
Latitude: 48.267741; Longitude: 11.468825
What3Words: survey.pointed.scare
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Freising: Cathedral Freising: Cathedral No Data

Description


At the time of visiting the body of the cathedral was closed for renovation, but the main attraction is the stunning crypt which shows how they used to hold cathedrals up with a forest of different shaped pillars, many carved.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 48.398985; Longitude: 11.747003
What3Words: code.blame.mattress

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Füssen: Schloß Hohenschwangau Füssen: Schloß Hohenschwangau No Data

Description


An impressive, yet homely castle overlooking the Alpsee and with stunning views of the Alps and surrounding countryside. Schloß Hohenschwangau is where King Ludwig grew up and watched his treasured Schloß Neuschwanstein being built just across the valley. There is quite an expensive entry charge for a 35 minute guided tour (in English), However a discount is available if purchased as a joint ticket with Schloß Neuschwanstein, but tickets must be purchased from the ticket office in Hohenschwangau and not at the castle.

Charge


Charge (see description)

Getting There


Latitude: 47.555583; Longitude: 10.73603
What3Words: defamed.numerical.cookery

Photos


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Web Link


www.hohenschwangau.de/index.php?id=430
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Füssen: Schloß Neuschwanstein Füssen: Schloß Neuschwanstein No Data

Description


The epitome of the fairy tale castle. Built over many years at an astronomical cost, never completed and only lived in for a few weeks before his death (possibly an early example of modern government buildings!) Schloß Neuschwanstein has everything a fairy tale castle should. Turrets, battlements, towers and more! There is quite an expensive entry charge for a 35 minute guided tour (in English). A discount is available if purchased as a joint ticket with Schloß Hohenschwangau, but tickets must be purchased from the ticket office in Hohenschwangau and not at the castle.

Charge


Charge (see description)

Getting There


Latitude: 47.557588; Longitude: 10.749693
What3Words: risk.score.rakes

Photos


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Web Link


www.hohenschwangau.de/index.php?id=430
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Garmisch: Wank Garmisch: Wank No Data

Description


The views from the top of Mount Wank are spectacular, with the Zugspitze, and the town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen laid out before you, and the name is worth a photo in itself

Charge


Charge for the cablecar

Getting There

From the centre of Garmisch it's a short walk to the cable car station. The assent takes about 15 minutes
Latitude: 47.507403; Longitude: 11.144085
What3Words: pickaxes.rejoining.amuses

Photos


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Web Link


www.zugspitze.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Garmisch: Zugspitzbahn Round Trip Garmisch: Zugspitzbahn Round Trip No Data

Description


The Zugspitze is the highest point in Germany. To reach it you can either climb (9-10 hours in good weather) or you can take the much quicker and considerably more comfortable train and cable car route. The train leaves from Garmisch and climbs to the Zugspitzplatte at some 2,500m. From here you catch a cable car for the final climb to the summit station. From the summit station you can catch a different cable car down to Eibsee from where you can pick the train back up again.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

The Zugspitzbahn station is located just next door to the main train station, well signposted from the platforms
Latitude: 47.42113; Longitude: 10.985754
What3Words: soils.giver.aspiring

Photos


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Web Link


www.zugspitze.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oberschleißheim: Altes Scholß Oberschleißheim: Altes Scholß No Data

Description


The oldest part of the complex, today houses an exibit on religious artifacts

Charge


Charge, join ticket for all the Schleißheim palaces available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.248826; Longitude: 11.558969
What3Words: extreme.brings.print

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oberschleißheim: Neues Scholß Oberschleißheim: Neues Scholß No Data

Description


A grand summer palace, now home to an art collection

Charge


Charge, join ticket for all the Schleißheim palaces available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.248769; Longitude: 11.560836
What3Words: bumps.affords.wiring

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oberschleißheim: Scholß Lustheim Oberschleißheim: Scholß Lustheim No Data

Description


The former hunting lodge, at the end of extensive gardens. Today it houses a collection of Porcelain

Charge


Charge, join ticket for all the Schleißheim palaces available

Getting There


Latitude: 48.248655; Longitude: 11.57577
What3Words: careless.tiny.workshop

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress No Data

Description


Located on a hefty slab of rock overlooking the city the fortress offers stunning views of the country side and the city

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.794771; Longitude: 13.04723
What3Words: cautious.dined.yarn

Photos


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Web Link


www.salzburg-burgen.at/englisch/index_engl.htm
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzburg: Schloß Hellbrunn Salzburg: Schloß Hellbrunn No Data

Description


This is a pretty standard castle set in extensive grounds. What make it different are the water features. All around the gardens are different fountains and concealed jets that are designed to soak the unaware and drench the uninitiated. Designed as a talking point and "whimsy" by its owner over 400 years ago they are still in working order and soaking tourists every 30 minutes!

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 47.762198; Longitude: 13.06018
What3Words: bags.eats.drove
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Augsburg Augsburg No Data

Description


Augsburg can trace it's history back to before Roman times, but it is them that have shaped the city with many remains of them still visible.

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Getting There

Regular Regional trains run from Munich to Augsburg taking about 1 hour. In addition there are regular Inter City trains (which cost extra) which take only a little over 30 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 48.365457; Longitude: 10.894768
What3Words: packages.useful.snuggle

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dachau Dachau No Data

Description


Dachau itself is a pretty and small town. It should have remained just that, a pretty suburb of Munich, except for the Concentration camp which was built on it's outskirts. Consequently the town has been committed to memory as the site of some of the worst crimes of the twentieth century

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Getting There

From the centre of Munich the S-Bahn line S2 runs every 20 minutes to Dachau station. 2 trains an hour finish at Dachau and one continues on further down the line. Outside the station is the Bus station from where you can catch the 724 or 726 to the Concentration Camp site
Latitude: 48.259395; Longitude: 11.434309
What3Words: dispose.frantic.recoup

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Freising Freising No Data

Description


Originally an independent and important city of its own right the area has now been swallowed up by the ever expanding Munich. On the top of a small hill, overlooking the rest of the area is the cathedral.

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Getting There

Freising is the Northern terminus of part of the S1 S-Bahn line (the other part goes to the airport). Alternativly it’s served by regular regional trains. S-Bahn trains take about 40 minutes, the regional trains taking about 25 minutes
Latitude: 48.403065; Longitude: 11.749148
What3Words: shovels.brother.typist

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Füssen & Hohenschwangau Füssen & Hohenschwangau No Data

Description


Füssen itself is a very pretty town, but the main reason people come here is to catch the bus the 3 kilometers to the even more picturesque village of Hohenschwangau. Hohenschwangau lies at the foot of the Alps, against a large Alpine lake and this would itself be able to draw in quite a large crowd. The fact the (Mad) King Ludwig decided to build his most spectacular castle Schloß Neuschwanstein on the side of the hill has secured the villages spot on the tourist trail.

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Getting There

A 2-hourly train service runs direct from Munich to Füssen. On the alternate hour you can catch the train from Munich to Buchloe where the train connects with the local service to Füssen. Journey time takes just over 2 hours. Outside Füssen station is the bus station where you can catch the bus to Hohenschwangau.
Latitude: 47.569649; Longitude: 10.700407
What3Words: filmy.craft.stuns

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2004), and on time of last update (22/10/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Garmisch-Partenkirchen Garmisch-Partenkirchen No Data

Description


One of the premier skiing resorts of Southern Germany, Garmisch is full of expensive shops and hotels, and it's ideally located for making it to the highest point in the country, the Zugspitze

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Getting There

There are hourly trains from Munich to Garmisch (continuing on to Mittenwald), journey times are a little over 90 minutes.
Latitude: 47.492153; Longitude: 11.085892
What3Words: speedboat.spherical.hissy

Photos


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Web Link


www.garmisch-partenkirchen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hellbrunn Hellbrunn No Data

Description




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Getting There

Fron Salzburg station (see getting to Salzburg) catch the 25 bus from the station forecourt. The castle is about 15 minutes journey
Latitude: 47.76285; Longitude: 13.062763
What3Words: voices.oatmeal.meal

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mittenwald Mittenwald No Data

Description


Located a little further on from Garmisch, Mittenwald is a more traditional German alpine town, with less of the brash sports stores, and more family focused activities

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Getting There

From Munich there are hourly trains to Mittenwald (half terminate here, the other half continue on to Innsbruck in Austria). Journey time is just under 2 hours
Latitude: 47.443414; Longitude: 11.263733
What3Words: latching.staging.background

Photos


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Web Link


www.mittenwald.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oberschleißheim Oberschleißheim No Data

Description


Originally located well outside of the city, this was the summer retreat of the Electors and Kings of Bavaria. Today it's part of the northern suburbs

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Getting There

The S1 trains to the Airport stop at Oberschelißheim station every 20 minutes, taking about 25 minutes to make the journey from the city centre. It's in the second area of the Munich travel tickets so you need a Munich XXL ticket to get there.
Latitude: 48.256051; Longitude: 11.554303
What3Words: recital.footsteps.retained

Photos


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Web Link


www.oberschleissheim.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2009), and on time of last update (26/04/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Regensburg Regensburg No Data

Description


Regensburg is described as one of the prettiest towns in Germany. Spared the ravages of war and the rebuildings that followed the city has a wealth of generally old buildings and structures

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Getting There

Regular Regional trains run from Munich to Regensburg taking about 1 hour 45 minutes. In addition there are regular Inter City trains (which cost extra) which take only about an hour to make the journey
Latitude: 49.016491; Longitude: 12.100904
What3Words: units.intervals.trumped

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salzburg Salzburg No Data

Description


Infamous for the Sound of Music, and lying with a few miles of the border with Germany this is one of Austria's most important (and beautiful) cities

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Getting There

There are hourly Euro City trains which run between Munich and Salzburg and then continue across Central and Eastern Europe. Alternativly regular Inter City trains (extra cost) run between the two cities. In both cases journey times are about 1 hour 30 minutes
Latitude: 47.800499; Longitude: 13.04441
What3Words: surviving.twins.radio

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/10/2005), and on time of last update (09/10/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Tour: Stadtrundfahrt City Tour: Stadtrundfahrt No Data

Description


A land train tour around the centre of the city, taking in many of the sites in the heart of the town, including the churches, castle and markets. Two carriages just have German commentary, but the rear carriage has a multilingual commentary system. Tours start from the Hauptmarkt.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.454097; Longitude: 11.076866
What3Words: boarding.deployed.trick

Photos


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Web Link


www.city-tour.info
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/04/2022), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

DB Museum DB Museum No Data

Description


In 1835 the first train ran from Nuremberg to Fürth, using a locomotive built by George and Robert Stephenson in Newcastle upon Tyne. Naturally as the birthplace of the railway age in the country Deutscher Bahn have a museum in the town centre dedicated to the history of the railway from that first journey through to the high speed trains of today. There are exhibits on how the railways were built and the different uses of rail travel over time, including an honest depiction of what the railways were used for by the Nazi's. Exhibitions continue on how the railway was split between East and West Germany and then how it was brough back together again following the fall of the wall. There are also exhibits on the iconography of DB as well as lots of models. On the opposite site of the road in a former sidings yard there are further full scale exhibits of former trains and engines.

Charge


Charge, Includes entry to the Museum of Communication

Getting There


Latitude: 49.44554; Longitude: 11.074303
What3Words: pylons.dripped.exhales

Photos


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Web Link


www.dbmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/04/2022), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Die Gelben Doppeldecker: Stadtrundfahrt Die Gelben Doppeldecker: Stadtrundfahrt No Data

Description


Open-top hop-on-hop-off Double Deck bus tour of the city, taking in the main sites in the city, including the castle, main market square and parts of the city walls. The second half of the tour sees the bus head out of the centre of the city to the Dokumentationsentrym. Multilingual commentary is provided via headsets whilst a German commentary runs over the speakers. Tours start from Königstor, close to the Hauptbahnhof, but there is also an extended stop at the Hauptmarkt where several people joined the tour.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.447922; Longitude: 11.081632
What3Words: costumes.saves.attracts

Photos


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Web Link


www.nürnberg-stadtrundfahrt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/04/2022), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dokumentationszentrym Dokumentationszentrym No Data

Description


The Documentation Centre chronicles the rise of the Nazis, their effect on both Germany and Nuremberg, the rally's and the parade grounds. It then also goes on to explain what happened during and after the second world war. The centre is located on one wing of the giant, and unfinished, Congress Hall.

Charge


Charge, day ticket valid at all other Nuremberg city museums on the same day

Getting There

Located just to the South East of the city. Trams terminate right outside the entrance
Latitude: 49.434136; Longitude: 11.111625
What3Words: rare.camper.update

Photos


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Web Link


www.museen.nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hauptmarkt/Christkindlesmarkt Hauptmarkt/Christkindlesmarkt No Data

Description


Virtually at the centre of the city, the focal point and home, most of the year, to the city's open-air market. However, for just over one month each year in the run-up to Christmas it turns into the Christkindelsmarkt with the stalls selling Christmas decorations, traditional wooden toys and gifts including the speciality of Nuremberg, Gingerbread. There are also copious numbers of stalls serving Bratwurst and a similar number gluhwein.

Charge


Free to look around

Getting There


Latitude: 49.454186; Longitude: 11.0777
What3Words: toxic.snips.pebbles

Photos


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Web Link


www.christkindlesmarkt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserburg Kaiserburg No Data

Description


Part Imperial Castle of the Holy Roman Emperor, part city defensive castle, the Kaiserburg dominates the city skyline, staring down on the city centre from it's impenetrable ridge.

Charge


Free to walk around the grounds

Getting There


Latitude: 49.457752; Longitude: 11.07692
What3Words: velocity.orchestra.mile

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserburg: Imperial Palace Kaiserburg: Imperial Palace No Data

Description


The Imperial Palace, including the intriguing double-deck chapel, are only accessible on a guided tour, which takes you around the main parts of the building. The most impressive is the chapel. You go in on the main floor, where the nobility would have been, looking up at the cross and the alter. Beneath you, with no way of getting between the two, is the lower chapel where the citizens would have been, only able to hear the service coming down from above. A further refinement is the balcony above the top floor which the Emperor would have sat in for an even better view.

Charge


Charge for the tour, includes all the other attractions at the castle

Getting There


Latitude: 49.457938; Longitude: 11.07523
What3Words: talker.selects.tiles

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserburg: Museum Kaiserburg: Museum No Data

Description


A small museum dedicated to arms & armour, and the growth of the palace

Charge


Charge for the tour, includes all the other attractions at the castle

Getting There


Latitude: 49.458107; Longitude: 11.075294
What3Words: scores.vocab.slimmer

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserburg: Sinwellturm Kaiserburg: Sinwellturm No Data

Description


The highest tower of the castle, now affording stunning views over the city centre

Charge


Charge for the tour, includes all the other attractions at the castle

Getting There


Latitude: 49.457759; Longitude: 11.076727
What3Words: informal.gashes.squeaks

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserburg: Tiefer Brunnen (Deep Well) Kaiserburg: Tiefer Brunnen (Deep Well) No Data

Description


With the castle being on the top of a ridge there is no obvious source of water, so they had to dig down, and down, and down, over 50 meters until they finally reached the water table. The guides pour water into the well and it really does feel like ages before it finally hits the bottom.

Charge


Charge for the tour, includes all the other attractions at the castle

Getting There


Latitude: 49.457829; Longitude: 11.076151
What3Words: hero.chin.fells

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Memorium Nürnberger Prozesse Memorium Nürnberger Prozesse No Data

Description


Housed in an exhibition space above court 600 where the Nuremberg Trails took place the museum charts the history of the War Crime trials, from the build up to World War 2, through to the trials and eventual sentencing of those convicted. The second part of the museum then looks at how trials progresses after the initial trial of the senior members of the Nazi regime, and over time moved to the Hague developing into the International Criminal Court of today. Prior to March 2022 Court 600 was an active court in the Nuremberg Justice Centre and visiting was hit and miss depending on whether a trial was on or not, but since March 2022 the court has been taken out of action permanently which means a visit can now be guaranteed - there are plans to restore the room to how it would have looked during the trails.

Charge


Charge, day ticket valid at all other Nuremberg city museums on the same day

Getting There


Latitude: 49.454434; Longitude: 11.048016
What3Words: cave.backs.assemble

Photos


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Web Link


www.museen.nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/04/2022), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum of Communication Museum of Communication No Data

Description


Housed on the upper floor of the DB Museum this small museum tells the history of communication from early forms of writing to modern emails and mobiles. There are exhibits on various Deutsche Post equipment as well as historic phones from the very earliest up to the first smartphones.

Charge


Entrance included in entry to the DB Museum

Getting There


Latitude: 49.445661; Longitude: 11.074534
What3Words: sympathy.cold.balanced

Photos


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Web Link


www.mfk-nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/04/2022), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Noricama Noricama No Data

Description


Located at the Stadtmuseum Fembohaus this 50 minute Audio/Visual presentation takes you through the history of the city from it's founding up to the present.

Charge


Charge, not included in the day ticket system

Getting There


Latitude: 49.456549; Longitude: 11.077445
What3Words: skims.kinks.surveyed

Photos


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Web Link


www.museen.nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Pfarrkirche Unsere Liebe Frau (Frauenkirche) Pfarrkirche Unsere Liebe Frau (Frauenkirche) No Data

Description


Located at the edge of the Hauptmarkt, this church is lighter and warmer that many of the other churches in the city (having kept a lot of it's Catholic finery in spite of the reformation!)

Charge


Free, Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 49.453998; Longitude: 11.078089
What3Words: eagle.waxer.workforce

Photos


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Web Link


www.frauenkirche-nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2009), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Reichsparteiagsgelände Reichsparteiagsgelände No Data

Description


The parade grounds of the Third Reich. It's here that some of the largest gatherings took place. Today much has been destroyed, but you can still walk around the site and take in the scale of the buildings. The walk around just part of the site that is recommended takes around 90 minutes to complete.

Charge


Free

Getting There

A well signed walking route starts outside the Documentation centre, accessible by trams which terminate outside.
Latitude: 49.431444; Longitude: 11.124985
What3Words: deciding.revival.hesitate

Photos


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Web Link


www.museen.nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Sebalduskirche St Sebalduskirche No Data

Description


The oldest church in Nuremberg, home to the relics of the patron saint of the city, St Sebald, all of which got converted across to Lutheran when the city became protestant (well it had taken them a number of years to get Sebald turned into a saint, and they had spent quite a bit of money very recently on all the statues, so it would seam such a waste of money... Nuremberg has always been firstly a city of business and money before religion!)

Charge


Free, Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 49.45556; Longitude: 11.074318
What3Words: singles.offers.diamond

Photos


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Web Link


www.sebalduskirche.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2009), and on time of last update (08/04/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtmuseum Fembohaus Stadtmuseum Fembohaus No Data

Description


One of the few remaining merchants houses in the city the museum tells the history and development of the city from the rise of the merchant classes through to the modern day.

Charge


Charge, day ticket valid at all other Nuremberg city museums on the same day

Getting There


Latitude: 49.456549; Longitude: 11.077445
What3Words: skims.kinks.surveyed

Photos


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Web Link


www.museen.nuernberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bamberg: Dom Bamberg: Dom No Data

Description


Opposite the Imperial Palace, the cathedral is an impressive building.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.890923; Longitude: 10.883632
What3Words: bidder.player.necklace

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bamberg: Frauenkirch Bamberg: Frauenkirch No Data

Description


Towards the top of one of Bambergs many hills the Frauenkirch looks like it could be a Cathedral with it's impressive architecture. Inside the church has a stunning ceiling.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.889188; Longitude: 10.885112
What3Words: variety.driven.manhole

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bamberg: Imperial Palace Bamberg: Imperial Palace No Data

Description


Located opposite the cathedral the palace has about 40 rooms open to look around on a guided tour that show the apartments of the Emperor, the guests, and the Prince-Bishop (whose palace this actually was).

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.891661; Longitude: 10.882038
What3Words: nozzles.readings.mystery

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bamberg: Kleine Venedig (Little Venice) Bamberg: Kleine Venedig (Little Venice) No Data

Description


Bamberg is built over canals and rivers, and one small area has built it's buildings on stilts into the small island in the channel, in the style of Venice.

Charge


Free to walk around

Getting There


Latitude: 49.893402; Longitude: 10.884627
What3Words: haggle.pint.impose

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bamberg Bamberg No Data

Description


Located about 60KM north of Nuremberg, Bamberg has a similar number of impressive buildings, palaces, (hills!,) and stunning vistas. The city has been built around the river and later the Main-Rhine-Danube canal making it an important town.

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Nuremberg to Bamberg taking between 45 minutes and an hour depending on whether you get the Regional Express or the Regional Bahn. The station is about 10 minutes walk from the centre of the old town, which is well signposted.
Latitude: 49.894218; Longitude: 10.885527
What3Words: outreach.shiver.audit

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Web Link


www.bamberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/12/2009), and on time of last update (28/12/2009) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Blasiuskapelle Blasiuskapelle No Data

Description


The only remaining building of the former imperial castle - this small chapel sits close to the walls at the start of the promontory that the burggarten runs along

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3760354; Longitude: 10.1740158
What3Words: sags.magnets.juices

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Burggarten Burggarten No Data

Description


Gardens located on the site of the former Imperial Palace, all of the original structure has long since disappeared apart from a small part of the defensive walls and the chapel

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3755093; Longitude: 10.1722918
What3Words: snapper.marry.mountaineer

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Christmas Market Christmas Market No Data

Description


Rothenburg has a Christmas vibe all year round, but this is increased during the festive season when the Christmas market takes over a large part of the centre of town in the Markt, Grüner Markt and Kirchplatz, as well as spilling out onto some of the other side streets and buildings.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3772295; Longitude: 10.1790131
What3Words: promoting.buzzwords.units

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Walls - Klingentor to Spitaltor City Walls - Klingentor to Spitaltor No Data

Description


The longest section of the city walls that you can walk around - this section runs at the top of the wall overlooking the town centre high above the roads above

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3802776; Longitude: 10.1764495
What3Words: chopper.operational.occupations

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Walls - Kobolzeller Turm to An der Eich City Walls - Kobolzeller Turm to An der Eich No Data

Description


A short section of the walls which you walk alongside rather than on the walls.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3751443; Longitude: 10.1792276
What3Words: flailed.culprit.mortally

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Walls - Sauturm to Kohlturm City Walls - Sauturm to Kohlturm No Data

Description


A shorter section of the city walls which run along one of the highest parts of the city walls from outside, but quite close to ground level inside the city. The views along the rest of the walls towards the city centre are some of the best here.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3705935; Longitude: 10.1790737
What3Words: fleshes.piled.colder

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Deutsches Weihnachtsmuseum Deutsches Weihnachtsmuseum No Data

Description


The German Christmas Museum charts the celebration of Christmas in the lands that today form Germany, from the earliest forms of celebration through to the Christmas tree, baubles, advent calendars and greetings cards. Outside of the museum the much larger shop makes it feel like Christmas every day!

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.376852; Longitude: 10.178427
What3Words: watertight.prototype.servicing

Photos


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Web Link


www.weihnachtsmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum No Data

Description


The Middle Ages Criminal Museum tells the history of crime and punishment in this part of the world, with a focus on some of the more gruesome elements - such as the torture devices and forms of humiliation punishment. There's also displays on the development of laws and justice through the ages including during the Nazi and DDR periods.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.375796; Longitude: 10.179431
What3Words: harpoon.horsepower.celebrates

Photos


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Web Link


www.kriminalmuseum.eu
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rathausturm Rathausturm No Data

Description


Tower of the town hall, from the top of which you can look down on the markt and across the centre of the city. There are around 200 steps to the top, but the last 10 or so are very steep and possibly worse on the way back down.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.377071; Longitude: 10.178503
What3Words: desperate.regrouped.eater

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Röderbastei Röderbastei No Data

Description


The southern most and largest of the main gates into the city, and an impressive barbican defence with the roadway having to weave through the structure making defence much easier

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3765318; Longitude: 10.1846568
What3Words: goal.refines.kingpin

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Röderturm Röderturm No Data

Description


The Red Tower - one of the main towers on the entrance wall to the city - can be climbed. It's just over 100 steep steps up to the viewing gallery on the top floor, but from here there are excellent views over the city, the walls and the surrounding countryside.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3769333; Longitude: 10.1839668
What3Words: doglike.unresolved.impinging

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rothenburg Museum Rothenburg Museum No Data

Description


Housed in a former Dominican Convent this museum tells the history of the city from the earliest settlers in the region through until the modern day, along with exhibits on the convent itself and exhibition space for changing temporary exhibits.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.3784189; Longitude: 10.1763151
What3Words: bribed.vented.flatland

Photos


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Web Link


www.rothenburgmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Spitaltor Spitaltor No Data

Description


One of the gates into the city, and an impressive barbican defence with the roadway having to weave through the structure making defence much easier. You can climb up inside the gate and walk around the inside fortifications, looking down on the roadway as it weaves through the complex.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.370917; Longitude: 10.181071
What3Words: adjudicate.pitchers.looked

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/12/2023), and on time of last update (20/12/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alte Mainbrücke Alte Mainbrücke No Data

Description


The oldest crossing of the Main in the city, decorated with statues on each arch of the bridge looking a lot like the Charles Bridge in Prague. Underneath the Western end of the bridge is an impressive lock that allows the massive cargo barges that sail up and down the Main to negotiate the weir that covers the remaining part of the river. It's an impressive site to watch the barges squeeze into the lock chamber from the bridge.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.793019; Longitude: 9.926221
What3Words: squad.episode.date

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alter Kranen Alter Kranen No Data

Description


Former 18th century crane on the banks of the Main which soon after construction became a symbol of the city.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.796096; Longitude: 9.925967
What3Words: prop.marbles.digital

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Tour City Tour No Data

Description


An hourly land-train tour around the city centre taking in the main sights. Tours set off from the Residenz and take in the Cathedral, Neumünster and views across the river to the Marienberg Fortress accompanied by a multi-lingual commentary.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.792278; Longitude: 9.936296
What3Words: chipper.declines.logs

Photos


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Web Link


www.city-tour.info
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


The city's small cathedral, powerbase of the Prince Bishops who ruled the Würzburg kingdom for nearly 1000 years.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.793466; Longitude: 9.93259
What3Words: ends.eats.zipped

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-wuerzburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Festung Marienberg Festung Marienberg No Data

Description


Built high on a hill overlooking the city from the opposite bank of the Main the fortress was home to the Prince Bishops before the construction of the Residenz and afforded them protection from the locals who wanted to get rid of the Prince Bishops and become a free Imperial city like Nuremberg. You can walk around the fortress site free of charge, but to go into the buildings - which house a couple of museums - there is an entrance fee (according to all the guide books and websites the museums are only in German and not particularly worth visiting)

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.789902; Longitude: 9.920068
What3Words: trek.entitle.paper

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloesser.bayern.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

LGS Park LGS Park No Data

Description


Park and gardens located in the bastions of the lower sections of the Marienberg fortress which were rehabilitated for the state garden fair in 1990. Today there are a range of small gardens, plus pleasant walking routes up to the fortress itself

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.792941; Longitude: 9.918547
What3Words: resting.leaned.possibly

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marienkapelle Marienkapelle No Data

Description


Church on the edge of the market square and built on the site of the former Synagogue.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.79488; Longitude: 9.92948
What3Words: lifelong.moguls.rinse

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Markt Markt No Data

Description


The city's main market square and home, during late November and December, to the city's Christmas market with lots of stalls selling Christmas decorations and gifts, as well as a large assortment of mulled wine and sausage stalls.

Charge


Free to wander around

Getting There


Latitude: 49.794588; Longitude: 9.929158
What3Words: pouting.bells.defeat

Photos


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Web Link


www.wuerzburg.de/weihnachtsmarkt
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neumünster Neumünster No Data

Description


Former monastery church housing the tomb of St Kilians

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.793991; Longitude: 9.931386
What3Words: tester.bend.gadget

Photos


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Web Link


www.neumuenster-wuerzburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenz Würzburg: Hofgarten Residenz Würzburg: Hofgarten No Data

Description


The palaces gardens, which are open to the public as a park and provide some of the best views of the palace.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.792253; Longitude: 9.941381
What3Words: nibbles.hardens.alleges

Photos


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Web Link


www.residenz-wuerzburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenz Würzburg: Hofkirche Residenz Würzburg: Hofkirche No Data

Description


The Court Church located towards the end of one wing of the palace complex - much like the main palace building this is a fine example of Rococo excess

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.792275; Longitude: 9.9380976
What3Words: frizz.rods.heats

Photos


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Web Link


www.residenz-wuerzburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenz Würzburg: Palace Residenz Würzburg: Palace No Data

Description


Palace built at the beginning of the 18th century for the Prince Bishops to reflect their power and status, and so they could move back down from the Marienberg Fortress and into the city centre. The building is one of the finest Rococo palaces in Europe and reflects the money and power of the Würzburg Prince-Bishops. Large parts of the palace were destroyed in the 16th March 1945 bombing raid, but over the following near 70 years the palace has been restored to how it would have looked when it was first complete. The palace is open to walk around on a marked route or you can join a guided tour to understand more about the building and some of the contents. There are regular tours in German plus at least two tours a day in English.

Charge


Charge, Guided tours are included in the price

Getting There


Latitude: 49.792803; Longitude: 9.939028
What3Words: driving.grocers.ribs

Photos


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Web Link


www.residenz-wuerzburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/12/2022), and on time of last update (13/12/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanika Botanika No Data

Description


Located in the Rhododendron park this is a green science museum and greenhouses of some of the parks more spectacular specimens.

Charge


Charge, Free with an Entdecker Card

Getting There


Latitude: 53.09271; Longitude: 8.881481
What3Words: heats.energetic.instance

Photos


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Web Link


www.botanika.net
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bremen Walking Tour Bremen Walking Tour No Data

Description


A self guided walk that takes you around the key sights of the city.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075813; Longitude: 8.808825
What3Words: deployed.explores.students

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral Tower Cathedral Tower No Data

Description


263 steps take you to the top of the cathedral tower for stunning views over the city centre

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075394; Longitude: 8.809512
What3Words: coughed.pink.comfort

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Focke Museum Focke Museum No Data

Description


The museum shows the history and development of Bremen, with lots of artefacts, especially in the "Magazine" collection which appears to be their entire store of artefacts grouped together by subject and then arranged alphabetically.

Charge


Charge, Free with an Entdecker Card

Getting There


Latitude: 53.09261; Longitude: 8.864695
What3Words: moisture.police.arrives

Photos


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Web Link


www.focke-museum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lead Cellar Lead Cellar No Data

Description


Located in the crypt of the cathedral, the lead in the cellar and the coffins have perfectly preserved the bodies of those laid to rest there

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075439; Longitude: 8.808964
What3Words: believer.sunroof.disposal

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Paula Becker-Modersohn exhibition Paula Becker-Modersohn exhibition No Data

Description


The Paula Becker-Modersohn exhibition is an art gallery displaying works by Paula Becker-Modersohn as well as some changing displays of modern art.

Charge


Charge, Free with an Entdecker Card, Joint entry with the Roselius house

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075004; Longitude: 8.805799
What3Words: delved.waddle.flushed

Photos


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Web Link


www.pmbm.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rhododendron Park Rhododendron Park No Data

Description


The park itself is huge, I spent over three hours wandering around it, and don't think I saw it all. In late May it was especially nice as all the rhododendrons were in full bloom and scent.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.092555; Longitude: 8.883262
What3Words: outbid.tuck.fortunate

Photos


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Web Link


www.botanika.net
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roselius house Roselius house No Data

Description


The Roselius house has artefacts and items from Bremen's heyday as the centre of Hanseatic trading

Charge


Charge, Free with an Entdecker Card, Joint entry with the Paula Becker-Modersohn exhibition

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075011; Longitude: 8.805837
What3Words: mixture.diagram.humans

Photos


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Web Link


www.pmbm.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Petri's Cathedral St. Petri's Cathedral No Data

Description


The city's cathedral and a spectacular building

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075433; Longitude: 8.808444
What3Words: path.evaded.goodbye

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Petri's Dom Museum St. Petri's Dom Museum No Data

Description


The cathedral museum and treasury housing many of the cathedrals priceless artefacts

Charge


Charge, Free with an Entdecker Card

Getting There


Latitude: 53.075188; Longitude: 8.809034
What3Words: sprain.fruity.certainty

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

The Musicians Statue The Musicians Statue No Data

Description


The statue of Bremen's most famous non-visitors, the musicians of Bremen, the cockerel, cat, dog and donkey of the children's fairy tale

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.076851; Longitude: 8.807693
What3Words: calm.data.underway

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bremehaven Bremehaven No Data

Description


Bremerhaven is the large sea port that has supplied much of Bremen's wealth. Supposedly it is worth visiting, with lots to see. But with no signage anywhere you can wander away from the station and not find anything!

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Getting There

Regular trains run from Bremen. Travel is included with an Entdecker card
Latitude: 53.548243; Longitude: 8.582657
What3Words: spider.boldest.critic

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jever: Brewery Jever: Brewery No Data

Description


The brewery, towards the back of town, offers regular tours which include a tasting session. Sadly tours (of which some are also in English) are very popular and have to be pre-booked

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Getting There


Latitude: 53.575257; Longitude: 7.902024
What3Words: flowerbed.midriffs.watchtower

Photos


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Web Link


www.jever.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jever: Schloß Jever: Schloß No Data

Description


The castle now houses an interesting museum on the history of the area, with lots of it translated into English and Dutch. The central tower of the castle supposedly offers stunning views over the gardens and surrounding areas, sadly this was closed for renovation when I visited.

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Getting There


Latitude: 53.572158; Longitude: 7.902786
What3Words: ignites.muses.limos

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Web Link


www.schlossmuseum.de/grossbritannien.html
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jever Jever No Data

Description


Located in the very north of the region, and almost at the north coast of Germany. Jever is more commonly known for it's bitter tasting beer, the town has also during it's history been an important royal seat. This is shown off to it's best in the garishly pink Schloß that takes pride of place in the centre of the town.

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Getting There

Jever is not particularly easy to get to. From Bremen you need to travel to Oldenburg and change, there you pick up the Wilhelmshaven train and change one stop short at Sande, here you can pick up the train to Jever. The trains to Wilhelmshaven originate in Osnabrück. Travel the whole way is free with an Entdecker card
Latitude: 53.575385; Longitude: 7.901917
What3Words: shied.convergent.hairpin

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lübeck: Cathedral Lübeck: Cathedral No Data

Description


Yet another building brought to the ground in 1942 this has been completely rebuilt, and contains a small photographic exhibition on the bombing, the fire (started by the bombing) that caused most damage, it's ruins and rebuilding

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Getting There


Latitude: 53.860892; Longitude: 10.68532
What3Words: assume.visitors.chins

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Web Link


www.domzuluebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lübeck: Holstentor Lübeck: Holstentor No Data

Description


The original entrance to the city. So famous is it that it used to grace the DM50 bill. This now contains a museum charting the history of the city and it's importance in European history.

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Latitude: 53.866264; Longitude: 10.67958
What3Words: empty.cycle.gagging

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Web Link


www.museum-holstentor.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lübeck: Marienkirche Lübeck: Marienkirche No Data

Description


The traders of Lübeck decided in the 13th century that it was time for a game of one-up-man-ship against the church and local bishops. They decided to built their own church, in a similar style to the town hall, to be even bigger and more impressive than the cathedral. They succeeded. Another building almost totally destroyed on 29/03/1942 it has been rebuilt, but with a reminder of what happened. At the base of one of the towers the shattered remains of the bells have been left, exactly where they fell.

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Getting There


Latitude: 53.867782; Longitude: 10.685009
What3Words: sheep.busy.layered

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Web Link


www.st-marien-luebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lübeck: Petrikirche Lübeck: Petrikirche No Data

Description


Almost destroyed during the bombing it has been rebuilt, but is no longer used as a church. Instead it is used as an exhibition space, and as a viewing tower. A lift glides you up to the top of the tower for views over the whole of the city.

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Latitude: 53.865878; Longitude: 10.682949
What3Words: reunion.helpless.wipe

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Web Link


www.st-petri-luebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lübeck: River and Canal Cruise Lübeck: River and Canal Cruise No Data

Description


several ships cruise around the rivers and canals of Lübeck giving guided tours. Sadly all of them only offer commentary in German

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Latitude: 53.865315; Longitude: 10.680857
What3Words: songs.chase.sublime

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lübeck Lübeck No Data

Description


Lübeck was once one of the most important cities is Germany, a centre of trading with the rest of the world. Much of it's importance is shown in it's magnificent buildings, many of which have had to be rebuilt since the end of the war, the city being all but flattened during a bombing raid on 29th March 1942. A slightly more alarming feature is the subsidence the city suffers from. The area whole of the city is built on swampy ground and as such much of it now leans at precarious angles.

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Getting There

To get to Lübeck you have to change trains in Hamburg. There is an hourly service on both lines, with about 20 minutes connection time in both direction. The journey to Hamburg takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and then it’s another hour onto Lübeck. Note travel is NOT included on the Entdecker card, you have to buy a proper ticket
Latitude: 53.869563; Longitude: 10.687579
What3Words: insert.across.decisive

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Web Link


www.luebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oldenburg: Lambertkirche Oldenburg: Lambertkirche No Data

Description


The church is not only interesting because of it's five spires, but also because the inside and outside fail to match completely. From the outside the large red brick gothic rectangular building belies the fact that inside it is a subtle, light coloured stone, round church!

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.138549; Longitude: 8.214571
What3Words: commented.speaker.rummage

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oldenburg: Schloß Oldenburg: Schloß No Data

Description


The castle now houses a large museum to the history of the area, sadly all of it is in German, with no translations, or guides in any other language

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Charge, Free with an Entdecker Card

Getting There


Latitude: 53.137735; Longitude: 8.216615
What3Words: shack.waddle.probing
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Oldenburg Oldenburg No Data

Description


The town is situated about 50Km Northwest of Bremen and is supposedly the economic and cultural centre of the region, though on a Saturday in late May it was very quiet. The main sights of the town are the large church (Lambertkirche), the castle (Schloß), and the castle gardens (Schloßpark).

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Getting There

Regular trains run from Bremen to Oldenburg taking about 1 hour. From the station it's a short well signed walk from the station to the centre of town. Travel to and from Oldenburg is free with an Entdecker card. There are also hourly trains from Osnabrück, again included on the Entdecker card.
Latitude: 53.136719; Longitude: 8.216536
What3Words: heads.mash.hardens

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Web Link


www.oldenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Osnabrück: Dom Schatzkammer (Cathedral Treasury) Osnabrück: Dom Schatzkammer (Cathedral Treasury) No Data

Description


The cathedral also houses it's treasury which contains lots of relics from the cathedrals past, as well as many of it's more valuable possessions.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.277539; Longitude: 8.044798
What3Words: enhances.notice.blunt

Photos


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Web Link


www.bistum-osnabrueck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Osnabrück Osnabrück No Data

Description


Osnabrück is a pleasant town, with lots of old buildings (despite the war). A signed walk takes you round most of the main sights in the town, including the town walls and remaining gates; The town hall (Rathaus); Several of the towns many churches; and the cathedral with it's disproportionate towers.

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Getting There

There are hourly trains from Bremen to Osnabrück which are free with the Entdecker card. There are also hourly trains from Oldenburg, again included on the Entdecker card.
Latitude: 52.267281; Longitude: 8.053188
What3Words: toned.juror.selling

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Web Link


www.osnabrueck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/05/2005), and on time of last update (15/06/2005) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alte Nikolaikirche Alte Nikolaikirche No Data

Description


Located on the Römer, this church has been standing since the 13th century and has survived!

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.109959; Longitude: 8.682353
What3Words: monkeys.remove.targeted

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Web Link


www.alte-nikolaikirche.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (30/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Archäologisches Museum Archäologisches Museum No Data

Description


The museum houses exhibits on the development of the Frankfurt region from Roman times up until the middle ages. The museum is housed in a converted convent. In addition to the core exhibition there is also a small display on Roman, Etruscan and Persian pottery.

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Latitude: 50.109018; Longitude: 8.677971
What3Words: defining.spicy.romance

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www.archaeologisches-museum.frankfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2011), and on time of last update (30/12/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom (Cathedral) Dom (Cathedral) No Data

Description


Quite a plain building, not helped by the fact it has been under scaffolding for many years. By the second visit in 2011 the scaffolding had been removed to reveal a stunning cathedral building. Inside the Cathedral is quite small but light and bright. From the top of the tower there are stunning views over the city

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Free, Charge to climb the tower

Getting There


Latitude: 50.110692; Longitude: 8.685451
What3Words: tropic.loses.animate

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Web Link


www.dom-frankfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dommuseum Dommuseum No Data

Description


This small museum is located in a cloister beside the cathedral and houses some of the cathedrals treasures including chalices and robes.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.11081; Longitude: 8.685112
What3Words: thanks.migrate.glares

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Web Link


dommuseum-frankfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/09/2020), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Frankfurt Open-top Tour Frankfurt Open-top Tour No Data

Description


Two different tours are offered. The Express tour takes in the key key sights of the city centre including the historic centre, financial district and the picturesque Sachsenhausen district on the south bank of the Main. The Skyline tour follows a route closer into the city centre, roughly following the line of the former city walls and highlighting the architecture of the city. In both cases tours run every 30 minutes or so and have a multi-lingual pre-recorded commentary. The first stops are are on either side of Paulsplatz

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Latitude: 50.1115883; Longitude: 8.6814335
What3Words: spot.dads.pitching

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Web Link


www.frankfurt-sightseeing.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/09/2020), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Historisches Museum Frankfurt Historisches Museum Frankfurt No Data

Description


This is a large museum spread over two buildings linked under the ground. Inside the museum traces the history of Frankfurt from the earliest days through to the post war redevelopment and even up to the opening of the museums extension in the late 2010s.

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Latitude: 50.109474; Longitude: 8.682448
What3Words: contents.woven.hope

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Web Link


www.historisches-museum-frankfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/09/2020), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Jewish Cemetery Jewish Cemetery No Data

Description


Behind the Museum Judengasse is the old Jewish Cemetery and on the wall surrounding it 10,000 blocks. Each block has a name on it, a date of birth, and the date an location where they died. They represent the Jewish population of Frankfurt that died between 1939 and 1945 and can't help but move you.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.112141; Longitude: 8.690601
What3Words: colonies.defender.tailed

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (30/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserpfalz Franconofurd (Previously Archaeological Gardens) Kaiserpfalz Franconofurd (Previously Archaeological Gardens) No Data

Description


Located just in front of the Cathedral these are the remains of a Roman Encampment. Today they are housed beneath the Stadthaus with more of the site uncovered during the renovations.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.110558; Longitude: 8.684309
What3Words: workouts.sentences.coach

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Web Link


www.archaeologisches-museum-frankfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Main Tower Main Tower No Data

Description


On top of one of the tallest of the tower blocks is a viewing platform from which you can get spectacular views over the city and the surrounding countryside.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.11241; Longitude: 8.672196
What3Words: teaspoons.dormant.thin

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Web Link


www.maintower.helaba.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (30/12/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum Judengasse Museum Judengasse No Data

Description


Located on the ground floor of the council offices this museum is built over the remains of Frankfurt's Jewish Ghetto, destroyed during W.W.II. This really interesting museum tells the history of the Jews in Frankfurt, their persecution (not just in the recent past but going back over hundreds of years), their culture and in the ruins details on daily life in the Ghetto. In addition a small exhibition at the end explains how the community has attempted to rebuild itself since 1945.

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Latitude: 50.112349; Longitude: 8.688433
What3Words: loads.liquids.denote

Photos


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Web Link


www.jewishmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (30/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Naturmuseum Senckenberg Naturmuseum Senckenberg No Data

Description


The city's Natural History Museum, housing a wide collection of specimins from fossils and dinosaurs through to modern man.

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Latitude: 50.117517; Longitude: 8.652165
What3Words: fairy.plank.funds

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Web Link


museumfrankfurt.senckenberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/09/2020), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Palmgarten Palmgarten No Data

Description


Frankfurt's lung, and an impressive and relaxing place to visit. Set just on the outskirts of the city centre the Palm garden has several glasshouses along with large gardens and lots of open space to relax in. A perfect place to waste an afternoon, and a perfect place to take a picnic to.

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Latitude: 50.121816; Longitude: 8.656497
What3Words: dared.chicken.brief

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Web Link


www.palmengarten-frankfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2004), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Primus Linie: Main Boat Tour Primus Linie: Main Boat Tour No Data

Description


Regular guided tours giving some history to the town run up and down the Main from the pier just behind the Römer. There are three tours on offer - Tour one is a 45-50 minute tour that heads East from the pier to the Eastern harbour before turning round and coming back. The second tour is also 45-50 minutes and heads West as far as the Western harbour and the Autobahn before turning round and coming back, or you can do a combined tour as the boat completes the two tours back to back, this option lasts about an hour and 50 minutes. A commentary in German and English is provided

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Latitude: 50.108805; Longitude: 8.6823
What3Words: styled.daring.mornings

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Web Link


www.primus-linie.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2004), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Primus Linie: Skylight Tour Primus Linie: Skylight Tour No Data

Description


The tour is a shortened version of the combined East and West tours and is scheduled to depart shortly after sunset. This way you are able to see the lights of Mainhatten from the river with the bridges and skyscrapers illuminated it makes for a pleasant cruise - although probably best enjoyed on a warm summers evening!

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Latitude: 50.108782; Longitude: 8.682273
What3Words: depended.awaited.reminds

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Web Link


www.primus-linie.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/09/2020), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Römerberg Römerberg No Data

Description


The old town square located just back from the cathedral. Despite being levelled during the war (by the Americans) the square has been authentically rebuilt to look like it did prior to the war. During December each year the square becomes the focal point of the annual Christmas market

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.11041; Longitude: 8.682176
What3Words: deform.swells.onions

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/07/2004), and on time of last update (08/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Limes Limes No Data

Description


The Limes form part of the UNESCO Roman frontier world heritage site that includes Hadrian's wall. The Limes performed a similar function to the wall, protecting the Northern border of the Roman empire from the tribes further north. Unlike Hadrian's wall the Limes was built using earth banks and Wooden fences, so very little of the actual wall, other than some raised earth mounds, exist, but where they do, behind Saalburg fort, they provide a good insight into the defences in this part of the Roman empire.

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Free

Getting There

The nearest access to Frankfurt is to take the train (30 minutes every 15-30 minutes) to Bad Homburg and then pick up the number 5 bus (every two hours Monday to Friday, Hourly Saturday and Sunday - 20 minutes) to the Fort at Saalburg and then follow the signed circular walk (2KM back to the bus stop)
Latitude: 50.274479; Longitude: 8.567233
What3Words: conductor.fumbled.outraged

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Web Link


www.deutsche-limeskommission.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2011), and on time of last update (30/12/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Saalburg Fort Saalburg Fort No Data

Description


Reconstruction on the site of the former Roman fort, several buildings have been reconstructed to give an insight into what the fort would have looked like in it's heyday. They have also reconstructed the whole external wall of the site to give a view to the scale of the fort

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Getting There

Take the train (30 minutes every 15-30 minutes) to Bad Homburg and then pick up the number 5 bus (every two hours Monday to Friday, Hourly Saturday and Sunday - 20 minutes) to the Fort at Saalburg
Latitude: 50.271394; Longitude: 8.56675
What3Words: plumper.pharmacists.gaggles

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Web Link


www.saalburgmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2011), and on time of last update (30/12/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bad Homburg Bad Homburg No Data

Description


Located just to the north of Frankfurt, Bad Homburg is a spa town with an impressive castle, and quick access out to the Limes roman fortifications.

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Getting There

There are regular S-Bahn trains (every 15-30 minutes) that take 30 minutes or so to get to Bad Homberg. There are also hourly fast regional trains direct to the central station taking around 15 minutes
Latitude: 50.226831; Longitude: 8.617015
What3Words: veto.fencing.bespoke

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Web Link


www.bad-homburg-tourismus.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2011), and on time of last update (30/12/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Höchst Höchst No Data

Description


Located in the western suburbs of Frankfurt, the town was originally completely separate from the city that has now grown to envelope it, but it still remains a very picturesque and beautiful town with many old buildings and a pleasant riverside walk.

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Getting There

2 S-Bahn lines run from the main central station (Frankfurt am Main Hauptbahnhof) to Höchst Hauptbahnhof which is just on the edge of town. Journey time is about 10 minutes. Tram line 11 also runs from the centre of Frankfurt to Höchst taking about 30 minutes.
Latitude: 50.099569; Longitude: 8.540383
What3Words: notices.trips.daily

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Web Link


www.hoechst.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2004), and on time of last update (30/07/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Casino Casino No Data

Description


The Casino formed a key part of the Baths experience when Wiesbaden was a major bathing resort town. Today it's still an impressive building under it's dome at the top of the bowling green, and you can go inside the main entrance lobby to take in the beautiful dome and frescos. If you want to venture any further in you'll need your wallet and luck.

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Free to look around the lobby and entrance way, you need to be playing to go into the main hall

Getting There


Latitude: 50.084847; Longitude: 8.247656
What3Words: oldest.without.returns

Photos


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Web Link


kurhaus.wiesbaden.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kochbrunnen Kochbrunnen No Data

Description


A small park located over one of the main points where the hot springs that Wiesbaden sits over breaks the surface. There is a domed water house where you can sample the water - though it comes out at decent cup of coffee hot, so you'll want to use a cup, glass or bottle rather than your hands to sample. It's slightly sulphurous and not particularly pleasant. Nearby there is a fountain that the water gushes up through, creating clouds of steam and leaving an interesting mineral deposit on the slopes of the fountain making it look like a watery volcano. The effect is particularly noticeable at night and when the temperature is low.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.08632; Longitude: 8.242188
What3Words: finally.cheat.guarded

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kurpark Kurpark No Data

Description


Locate behind the Casino this pleasant park has a large lake and a number of paths that you can wander around. From the other end of the lake are some of the best views of the Casino

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.084467; Longitude: 8.251264
What3Words: managed.section.sometime

Photos


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Web Link


kurhaus.wiesbaden.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marktkirche Marktkirche No Data

Description


The large church located off to one side of the market, this is one of the most iconic buildings of the city and it's towers are visible across much of the city centre.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.082381; Longitude: 8.242745
What3Words: dumpy.slipped.bespoke

Photos


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Web Link


www.marktkirche-wiesbaden.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neroberg: Löwenterrasse Neroberg: Löwenterrasse No Data

Description


A viewing terrace a little way below the upper funicular station from where there are excellent views over the city

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.09735; Longitude: 8.229798
What3Words: coconut.picture.ears

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neroberg: Römisches Theater Neroberg: Römisches Theater No Data

Description


Located at the top of the hill up from the funicular station this is the recreation of what a small Roman theatre would have looked like.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.098966; Longitude: 8.229929
What3Words: sentences.washed.explored

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nerobergbahn Nerobergbahn No Data

Description


Water and gravity powered funicular railway that climbs up from Nerotal at the bottom of the Neroberg to a station close to the top. At the top the water tanks of the car are filled making it heaver than a fully loaded car at the bottom. When it's ready to go the break is released and gravity pulls the upper car down, with the attached cable pulling the lower car up. At the bottom (whilst the upper car is filling its tank) the lower car now empties it's water tanks making it much lighter than the car at the top and ready to be pulled back up.

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Charge, not part of the standard travel ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 50.094735; Longitude: 8.22546
What3Words: ropes.requested.sulk

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Web Link


www.nerobergbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Römertor Römertor No Data

Description


A small part of the former city walls, at the time of visiting undergoing significant restoration work

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Free to look around the outside, no access inside

Getting There


Latitude: 50.084382; Longitude: 8.238777
What3Words: hippy.deliver.whispers

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Biebrich Schloß Biebrich No Data

Description


Baroque palace located down on the waters edge by the River Rhein. Today it's used for functions and events, in particular - as I visited on a Saturday - Weddings.

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Free to look around the outside, no access inside

Getting There

From the centre of town buses 14 and 4 run to Biebrich. Number 4 turns left and terminates by the river whilst the 14 turns left and continues past the palace with a stop just beyond the park.
Latitude: 50.037309; Longitude: 8.234036
What3Words: silence.cracking.shadow

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtmuseum am Markt Stadtmuseum am Markt No Data

Description


Located underneath the market place this museum tells the story of Wiesbaden from the earliest archaeological finds through it's time as a Roman bath city and the middle ages to it's resurgence with the rise of Bathing in the 17th century onwards. The museum also charts the cities decline following WWI from the richest to one of the poorest cities in Germany in just a couple of years, creating the conditions for the town to be a hot bed of radicalism and a breeding ground for the Nazi movement. The story finishes with modern Wiesbaden with it's focus on tourism, conferences and the manufacture of sausage casings.

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Free for the permanent exhibition, charges for temporary exhibits

Getting There


Latitude: 50.081557; Longitude: 8.24292
What3Words: nozzles.manager.sifts

Photos


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Web Link


stadtmuseum-wiesbaden.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

THermine Touristikbahn THermine Touristikbahn No Data

Description


A 50 minute land train tour of the city taking in the main sights in the centre of town before heading out to the Russian Orthodox church and the Nerobergbahn and then returning back to town via the Kochbrunnen. A commentary in German only is provided as the train trundles round, but a printed translation is available in other languages.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.081697; Longitude: 8.243546
What3Words: fuss.ends.search

Photos


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Web Link


thermine.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Eltville: Kurfürstliche Burg Eltville: Kurfürstliche Burg No Data

Description


The Electors Palace, once the home of the Archbishop of Mainz, and occasionally visited by Johannes Guttenberg. Today the tower of the castle houses a museum on the history of the building and the town, and the history of printing with Guttenberg's connection to the town and the palace. From the top floor you can take in the views over the town and the river.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.024773; Longitude: 8.123294
What3Words: conjurer.departments.motionless

Photos


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Web Link


www.eltville.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Eltville: Rosengarten Eltville: Rosengarten No Data

Description


Located in what would have been the moat of the castle the Rose Garden in a pleasant place to wander around.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.024881; Longitude: 8.122421
What3Words: indices.pranced.consenting

Photos


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Web Link


www.eltville.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Eltville Eltville No Data

Description


A small town on the banks of the River Rhein which was once the home base of the Archbishop of Mainz, and consequently has a very pretty little castle and large formal gardens located down by the river.

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Getting There

From Wiesbaden the RB10 train runs every 30-60 minutes taking about 15 minutes to make the journey. Otherwise bus 171 runs every hour from Wiesbaden Hauptbahnhof to the station at Etville, taking about 35 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 50.026175; Longitude: 8.122304
What3Words: pierced.twitter.climbing

Photos


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Web Link


www.eltville.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/09/2022), and on time of last update (26/09/2022) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alster Rundfhart Alster Rundfhart No Data

Description


This boat tour starts in the Inner Alster and then goes out for a tour around the outer lake, taking a little under 50 minutes to do a circuit. Full commentary, in German only

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.553385; Longitude: 9.993428
What3Words: wider.gender.finally

Photos


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Web Link


www.alstertouristik.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cap San Diego Cap San Diego No Data

Description


The Cap San Diego is a typical freighter from the 1960's. You have access to almost the whole of the ship, from the bottom of the engine room, to the bridge to explore. Exhibitions on board tell the history of emigration from Hamburg

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.543138; Longitude: 9.976187
What3Words: lobby.flaked.swim

Photos


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Web Link


www.capsandiego.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dämmertörn (Twilight Cruise) Dämmertörn (Twilight Cruise) No Data

Description


A two hour cruise setting off just as the sun is setting over Hamburg. The tour is advertised as sailing up the Alster, though on the night I went the tour went out into the harbour due to operations issues (though they did give everyone a free drink as an apology). The tour is conducted in German only, but on a clear evening the scenery and light do most of the talking

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.553373; Longitude: 9.993557
What3Words: targeted.solar.mole

Photos


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Web Link


www.alstertouristik.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/09/2019), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Die Gelben Doppeldecker Die Gelben Doppeldecker No Data

Description


A 90 minute open-top hop-on-hop-off bus tour round the key sights of Hamburg. Unlike some of the other companies this route takes in a full circle round the Outer Alster so you get to see more of the lake as well as the stunning Blue Mosque. Live guide in German with a multi-lingual commentary via headphones.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.545778; Longitude: 9.968818
What3Words: stray.haunts.yard

Photos


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Web Link


www.stadtrundfahrthamburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/09/2019), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Elbetunnel Elbetunnel No Data

Description


A foot and vehicle tunnel under the Elbe, giant lifts lower and raise cars down into the tunnel which runs for almost half a kilometre under the river. In the evenings and at weekends cars and banned and pedestrians and cyclists have the tunnels to themselves.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.545863; Longitude: 9.966595
What3Words: acclaim.blur.incomes

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fleetfahrt Fleetfahrt No Data

Description


A two hour cruise through the canals (called Fleets in Hamburg). This includes the two locks that link the Alster to the Elbe. The boat sails round large part of the historic docks with excellent views of the old docks buildings. The tour is conducted in German only.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.55343; Longitude: 9.993474
What3Words: squeaks.bound.petty

Photos


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Web Link


www.alstertouristik.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2019), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Flussfhart Flussfhart No Data

Description


A two hour tour of the canals and harbour of the city, starting from the inner Alster the tour goes through two locks before entering the canal system and then the harbour. The tour is conducted in German only

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.552968; Longitude: 9.994082
What3Words: flaking.cringe.bundles

Photos


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Web Link


www.alstertouristik.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hauptkirche St. Michaelis Hauptkirche St. Michaelis No Data

Description


One of the most impressive churches in Hamburg, it's tower is visible from all over the city. You can take a lift, or the stairs for the really energetic, to the viewing platform at the base of the dome for views over the city

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.54841; Longitude: 9.978912
What3Words: homes.ends.activity

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-michaelis.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mahnmal St. Nikolai: Aussichtsturm Mahnmal St. Nikolai: Aussichtsturm No Data

Description


Once the tallest church in the world, but since 1943 a blackened spire, a reminder of the fire storms that devastated Hamburg. Today a lift takes you halfway up the tower, to the base of the spire, for stunning views over the city centre

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Charge, Joint ticket for Tower and Museum

Getting There


Latitude: 53.547504; Longitude: 9.990658
What3Words: stormed.fiction.bidder

Photos


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Web Link


www.mahnmal-st-nikolai.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mahnmal St. Nikolai: Museum Mahnmal St. Nikolai: Museum No Data

Description


Built in the Crypt of the church the museum tells the history of the Church and the bombing raids that destroyed large parts of Hamburg in 1943. It also deals with the wider story of the WWII

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Charge, Joint ticket for Tower and Museum

Getting There


Latitude: 53.547676; Longitude: 9.991175
What3Words: locate.blazers.fail

Photos


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Web Link


www.mahnmal-st-nikolai.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2019), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Miniatur Wunderland Miniatur Wunderland No Data

Description


The Germans like their model railways, and this is the outpouring of this love, possibly one of the largest model railway layouts in the world. Since I first visited in 2007 the layouts and scope have grown significantly, with the site now occupying multiple floors of a warehouse building and covering both Railways, Cities and Hamburg Airport. There's also international representation with Swiss, Italian and US layouts created.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.543674; Longitude: 9.988321
What3Words: windy.observe.litters

Photos


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Web Link


www.miniatur-wunderland.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Red bus tour Red bus tour No Data

Description


Regular two hours tours of the city taking in many of the major sites. Commentary is in English and German, though the tour guide needs to be told if there are any German speakers on board, otherwise the whole thing is in German.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.545569; Longitude: 9.970677
What3Words: fetch.ambition.sugars

Photos


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Web Link


www.hummelbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rickmer Rickmers Rickmer Rickmers No Data

Description


Built as a trading vessel in the early 19th century, captured by the British in WWI, given to the Portuguese as a training vessel, left to rot, then rescued and returned to it's place of birth the Rickmer Rickmers has had an interesting life. Today it's history is told on it's decks and in it's holds.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.544579; Longitude: 9.97285
What3Words: pasting.owes.stubble

Photos


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Web Link


www.rickmer-rickmers.info
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Speicherstadt (Historic Docks) Speicherstadt (Historic Docks) No Data

Description


Once the most important docks in Germany, today they are warehouses, galleries, homes and studios, but the canals still run through them and the impressive buildings make this an interesting area to walk around

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.543572; Longitude: 9.989941
What3Words: beast.gazed.dissolve

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (28/09/2019) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Spicy's Gewürzmuseum Spicy's Gewürzmuseum No Data

Description


The hot spice museum is housed in a former spice warehouse and tells the history of spices, as well as how they were traded. Samples of many of the main spices are out to be sniffed at, and the aroma in the museum is a heady mix of spices.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.543221; Longitude: 9.989512
What3Words: noses.shed.landmark

Photos


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Web Link


www.spicys.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zollmuseum Zollmuseum No Data

Description


The history of Customs since the Roman era to the modern day, with exhibitions on how people try to smuggle, how customs officers operate around Europe, and you can visit a customs boat, moored in the canal outside the museum building

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.546109; Longitude: 9.999254
What3Words: leaned.bronzes.remarks

Photos


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Web Link


www.deutsches-zollmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sylt Sylt No Data

Description


Shaped like and anchor, several miles off the coast of Germany, but linked by a rail emankment through the North Sea, home to the most Northely town in the Country, and for a large part of it's history Daniah, Sylt is a strange place. The sand dunes and rugged countryside are as interesting as the journey getting here. You can travel the whole length of the island by bus in a little over an hour, and take in the amazing landscapes

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Getting There

Sylt is reached by hourly trains fromHamburg Alton, or a daily intercity service (summer only) from Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, though this is only marginally faster. Journey times are between 3 and 3 and a half hours
Latitude: 54.906681; Longitude: 8.310106
What3Words: bedbugs.confirms.roundish

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/06/2007), and on time of last update (29/06/2007) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Walls City Walls No Data

Description


The once mighty city walls have been reduced to just some small fragments between the Kröpliner Tor and Steintor but these remnants show how the rest of the city would have looked like

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 54.08686; Longitude: 12.132801
What3Words: deputy.rate.famines

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marienkirch Marienkirch No Data

Description


The Marienkirche dominates the market square with it's massive towers. Inside the building is surprisingly light and airy. The key sight inside the cathedral is the astronomical clock which, everyday at noon, puts on a small show.

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 54.089503; Longitude: 12.138766
What3Words: chins.arrive.sparkle

Photos


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Web Link


marienkirche-rostock.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Petrikirch Petrikirch No Data

Description


The Petrikirch dominates the Alte Markt in the same way the Marienkirche dominates the Neue Markt. Inside the church is amazingly light and bright for such a large building, with simple furnishings

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 54.090642; Longitude: 12.147918
What3Words: boldest.beams.creamed

Photos


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Web Link


www.petrikirche-rostock.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Petrikirch: Tower Petrikirch: Tower No Data

Description


You can either take the lift or climb the steps to the base of the spire for amazing views over the city centre and beyond.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.090686; Longitude: 12.147456
What3Words: parks.truly.glorious

Photos


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Web Link


www.petrikirche-rostock.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (25/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stasi Documentation Centre and former prison Stasi Documentation Centre and former prison No Data

Description


Located in the buildings that were used by the Stasi up until their demise the site now houses a documentation centre where people can go and read the files that the Stasi held on them. There is also access to see some of the detention cells that were used by the secret police.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 54.084745; Longitude: 12.134185
What3Words: identity.promise.preoccupied

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rügen: Göhren Rügen: Göhren No Data

Description


A charming sea-side resort on the south east corner of the island with it's own pleasant "Seebrücke" (pier) and a small collection of seaside shops and restaurants. Located at the end of the Rasender Roland steam railway.

Charge


Free

Getting There

Göhren is at the end of the Rasender Roland steam train which runs from Ostseebad Binz, and less frequently from Putbus. From Rostock take the train to Bergen auf Rügen and change onto the train to Putbus where it's a cross platform change for the trains to Göhren (every other hour). Alternatively take the train from Rostock to Lietzow and change there onto the train to Ostseebad Binz. It's then a 30 minute walk across town from the DB station to the RüBB station, however trains are hourly from Binz
Latitude: 54.343716; Longitude: 13.743296
What3Words: bitumen.broadly.opportunity

Photos


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Web Link


www.goehren-ruegen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rügen: Prora Rügen: Prora No Data

Description


Built by the Nazi's as a summer camp for their supporters as part of their "Strength through Joy" idea, it was never used as a holiday resort, instead the war interrupted construction. Parts of it were used as a hospital during the war, but after the defeat of Germany and it's separation the site was just left to slowly decay. It's difficult to get your head around the site as it is so massive. The first parts of the building you see are enormous, but these only represent one small part of one of the five massive blocks that were built. If it had been completed tens of thousands of Germans would have been able to spend time together building "Strength through Joy", instead the site sits as a reminder of how delusional the Nazi's were. Today parts of the site are starting to be developed, with a youth hostel opening in one end of block five and a couple of museums located in other blocks, but much of the massive complex remains empty and unused.

Charge


Free to look around the site, but some of the museums charge

Getting There

From Rostock take the train direct to Lietzow (every other hour, 75 minutes) and change there onto the train to Ostseebad Binz. First stop is Prora (also know as Prora Nord), this is the closest to the site.
Latitude: 54.447424; Longitude: 13.571441
What3Words: february.negotiation.stubborn

Photos


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Web Link


www.proradok.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rügen: Rasender Roland Rügen: Rasender Roland No Data

Description


Providing one of the main transport links on the island, this small narrow gauge steam railway runs along the South East corner of the island.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

The Rasender Roland steam train runs from Ostseebad Binz, and less frequently from Putbus. From Rostock take the train to Bergen auf Rügen (every two hours around 60 minutes) and change onto the train to Putbus (hourly, 10 minutes) where it's a cross platform change for the trains to Göhren (every other hour). Alternatively take the train from Rostock to Lietzow (every other hour, about 75 minutes) and change there onto the train to Ostseebad Binz (connect with the train from Rostock, about 20 minutes). It's then a 30 minute walk across town from the DB station to the RüBB station, however trains are hourly from Binz.
Latitude: 54.392852; Longitude: 13.610103
What3Words: longstanding.dancing.themselves

Photos


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Web Link


www.rasender-roland.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rügen: Sassnitz Rügen: Sassnitz No Data

Description


The furthers on Rügen that you can go by train. This was clearly once an important ferry terminal. However the ferries have moved on and instead the town had redeveloped the harbour side into a pleasant restaurant and café area.

Charge


Free

Getting There

There are direct trains from Rostock to Sassnitz every two hours, taking around 90 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 54.514418; Longitude: 13.641243
What3Words: boss.misuses.animator

Photos


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Web Link


www.sassnitz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Warnemünde: Harbour Cruise Warnemünde: Harbour Cruise No Data

Description


Several companies offer cruises around the harbours and shipyards of Warnemünde, one of the big draws being the massive cruise ships that are regularly moored up in the harbour. The commentary is in German, though one or two of the companies will do elements in English

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.182094; Longitude: 12.087171
What3Words: strollers.streetlamp.glints

Photos


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Web Link


www.fahrgastschifffahrt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Warnemünde: Lighthouse Warnemünde: Lighthouse No Data

Description


Located where the main street meets the beach, the lighthouse is open to climb from where there are amazing views of the town, the harbour and out to sea.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.181447; Longitude: 12.085782
What3Words: desertion.eyelid.damsel

Photos


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Web Link


www.warnemuende-leuchtturm.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rügen Rügen No Data

Description


The island of Rügen is the largest island in Germany and home to some of its strangest locations. Miles of sandy beaches make many of its resorts very busy during the summer months as people flock to the beaches of the Baltic, which thanks to it's size and limited flow from other seas, is surprisingly warm in the summer months.

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Getting There

Rügen is accessible directly by trains from Rostock every other hour. Trains run to Bergen auf Rügen (60 minutes), Lietzow for connections to Prora and Ostseebad Binz (75 minutes) and Sassnitz (90 minutes). Once on Rügen there are hourly trains to both Sassnitz and Ostseebad Binz either direct from Bergen, or by changing at Lietzow where they connect.
Latitude: 54.418256; Longitude: 13.43334
What3Words: bracing.carting.betrayal

Photos


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Web Link


www.ruegen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Warnemünde Warnemünde No Data

Description


The port of Rostock, originally a separate town it has now been absorbed into an expanded city. Warnemünde is one of the countries top seaside resorts with the beaches packed during the summer months when the sun is shining.

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Getting There

There are regular S-Bahn trains from Rostock to Warnemünde, taking around 30 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 54.176926; Longitude: 12.085932
What3Words: fleets.enamels.traceable

Photos


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Web Link


www.rostock.de/warnemuende/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


The city's cathedral dominates Schwerin from all directions. It's tower is visible from most parts of the city. Inside feels much smaller that the building size would suggest, and it's quite dark, but intimate.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.629473; Longitude: 11.414634
What3Words: modest.official.jetting

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-schwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Domturm Domturm No Data

Description


The tower of the cathedral, accessible by some 200+ steps, offers stunning views over the city, including the Markt that it towers over and several of the lakes that surround the city.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.629467; Longitude: 11.414006
What3Words: drifter.buyers.slick

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-schwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kunstammlungen Schwerin Kunstammlungen Schwerin No Data

Description


The art museum houses a collection of paintings, sculptures and installations from the 17th century through to modern times, with regular temporary exhibits of modern art. Of particular importance are the lovely sculptures by Ernst Barlach whose work was banned by the Nazi's as a "degenerate artist" partly for his anti-war stance following his experiences of the First World War

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.626438; Longitude: 11.418389
What3Words: noon.beaker.nodded

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-schwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßgarten Schloßgarten No Data

Description


Located across the lake from the castle the gardens offer plenty of space to walk around in or enjoy the views, particularly the stunning views of the castle on its own island in the lake

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.621198; Longitude: 11.416023
What3Words: effort.jumpy.safari

Photos


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Web Link


www.buga-2009.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schweriner Schloß: Burggarten Schweriner Schloß: Burggarten No Data

Description


The castle gardens that immediately surround the castle itself (not to be confused with the Schloßgarten the other side of the lake), these include the Orangery and a Grotto.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.624096; Longitude: 11.41995
What3Words: amends.goggles.voltage

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-schwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schweriner Schloß: Museum Schweriner Schloß: Museum No Data

Description


The museum in the castle gives you access to around 30 of the main staterooms and apartments. Some parts of the building are out of bounds as it is still used as the parliament building for the state. There is also a small exhibition on meißen pottery, of which the castle collection has many examples.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.624125; Longitude: 11.418373
What3Words: monks.surface.hill

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-schwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtfundfhart Stadtfundfhart No Data

Description


A hop-on-hop-off "CabrioBus" (it's not open top, but the vinyl roof can be rolled back to create a "top-less" feel), that goes round the main city points. The live guide gives a running commentary (German only)

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with the Weißen Flotte lake tours available

Getting There


Latitude: 53.62597; Longitude: 11.418266
What3Words: contents.vocab.wipe

Photos


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Web Link


www.schwerinerstadtrundfahrt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schelfmarkt Schelfmarkt No Data

Description


Formerly a separate town it was eventually subsumed into the expanding city, though it still has it's own character and its stunning church

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 53.632374; Longitude: 11.417761
What3Words: rang.prove.pointed

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

TV Tower TV Tower No Data

Description


Located on the edge of town the TV tower offers stunning views over the city centre and the lakes (when it's not all disappearing into a heavy rain storm). There is a viewing platform on the 12th floor and a small restaurant on the 13th.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From the centre of town take a number 1 or number 2 tram to Leibnizstraße, it's then a short walk to the TV tower
Latitude: 53.592186; Longitude: 11.458048
What3Words: afford.reply.panther

Photos


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Web Link


www.fernsehturm-schwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Weißen Flotte Schwerin Weißen Flotte Schwerin No Data

Description


Weißen Flotte offer a series of tours of the lakes of Schwerin from a simple hour long tour that just covers the inner Schwerin lake through 90 minute tours of two lakes to 2 1/2 hour tours of 3 or 5 of the city lakes. Catering facilities on board.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket with the Stadtrundfhart available

Getting There


Latitude: 53.626031; Longitude: 11.418955
What3Words: exhales.images.saints

Photos


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Web Link


www.weisseflotteschwerin.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wismar: Marienkirche Wismar: Marienkirche No Data

Description


The church suffered heavy damage in the war, but was much more heavily damaged afterwards as starving and freezing locals stripped it to help repair their own homes. The church was left as a ruin to rot until the late 1990's when a concerted effort started to repair and restore the church. Main works completed in 2010 and the church is now open as an arts venue.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.890563; Longitude: 11.460666
What3Words: cleans.umpires.became

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wismar: St Georgenkirche Wismar: St Georgenkirche No Data

Description


The St George Church was badly damaged during the war and although attempts were made to restore it, in the 1960's the decision was taken to pull down all of the church except for the tower. The tower now houses a small exhibit on the three main churches of the city, their history and fate. Where the body of the church once stood there are now just brick pillars to mark the former outline

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.890977; Longitude: 11.462737
What3Words: manages.notes.into

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wismar: St Nicolaikirche Wismar: St Nicolaikirche No Data

Description


St Nicholas's church survived the war fairly well intact, and today it is the only one of the three main churches of the city that is still in use.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.895564; Longitude: 11.465634
What3Words: revisit.tactical.packages

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wismar Wismar No Data

Description


Wismar has all the hallmarks of an important Hansiatic trading port, which it was for many years until it fell under the control of Sweden. Consequently there is an odd mix of Germanic, Hansiatic and Scandinavian trends across the city. Badly damaged in World War II much of the city has been restored, but some of the port areas are still "functionally" rather than aesthetic

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Getting There

There are hourly trains from Schwerin to Wismar taking around 40 minutes. If you just miss one you can catch the following Rostock train and change at Bad Kleinen where the Wismar train waits for the Rostock train. In the same way, you can get into Schwerin five minutes earlier on the return if you change trains in Bad Kleinen, but unless time is essential, and if you've got a seat, it's probably not worth it.
Latitude: 53.891357; Longitude: 11.466143
What3Words: painters.scanning.aged

Photos


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Web Link


www.wismar.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Altstadtmarkt Altstadtmarkt No Data

Description


Originally there were five boroughs in the city, and each one had a marketplace, cathedral and town hall. After discussion between the boroughs this area became the primary rathaus up until the building of the current rathaus on the other side of the historic centre. The area was almost completely destroyed during the 1944 bombing raids so what is here today is partially careful reconstruction and also partial recreation (stone buildings could be repaired, the half-timber buildings all went up in flames )

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.262775; Longitude: 10.51753
What3Words: reboot.admires.yourself

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Altstadtrathaus Altstadtrathaus No Data

Description


The original town hall for this part of the city. Today it houses a city museum that tells the history of Braunschweig from it's creation in the 10th century through to the second world war. There is an impressive model of the city from the mid-17th Century located on the ground floor that helps explain the multiple boroughs each with their square, cathedral and town hall set-up - which has, following the destruction of WWII, become more difficult to understand in the layout and architecture of the city.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.263089; Longitude: 10.516889
What3Words: pavement.flopped.thinking

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanischer Garten Botanischer Garten No Data

Description


The city's botanical gardens including a couple of greenhouses and various planting areas. The gardens slope down to the riverside creating terraces you can wander along.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.270355; Longitude: 10.533531
What3Words: forms.bunkers.slogged

Photos


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Web Link


www.tu-braunschweig.de/ifp/garten
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Braunschweiger Dom Braunschweiger Dom No Data

Description


The city's main cathedral, located in the heart of the old town, includes the royal crypt for the Dukes of Braunschweig.

Charge


Free, Charge to go down into the Crypt

Getting There


Latitude: 52.264312; Longitude: 10.52359
What3Words: kilts.traders.tagging

Photos


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Web Link


www.braunschweigerdom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Braunschweigisches Landesmuseum - Hinter Aegidien Braunschweigisches Landesmuseum - Hinter Aegidien No Data

Description


Located in a former church the museum had two exhibitions on when I visited. The temporary exhibition was on art nouveau, where as the permanent collection focuses on the life of the Jewish community in the city - including the surviving fittings from an old synagogue that was demolished in 1924. The interior was donated to the museum at the same time and miraculously survived the second world war intact.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.259362; Longitude: 10.525205
What3Words: surging.piglet.option

Photos


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Web Link


3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Burgplatz Burgplatz No Data

Description


The main central square of the city, including the lion statue that is the symbol of the city - at the time of visiting the square was being used for open-air concerts so not much was visible and the lion was being hoardings.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.264718; Longitude: 10.523658
What3Words: martini.cookery.receive

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museum No Data

Description


Art gallery and museum housing a wide collection of artefacts both from the Ducal collection as well as from further afield. The First floor is made up of galleries containing paintings, whilst the second floor contains sculptures, porcelain, coins and medals as well as furniture and assorted other artefacts.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 52.263612; Longitude: 10.532669
What3Words: ranks.observer.remain

Photos


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Web Link


3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Schloß No Data

Description


The original palace in the centre of Braunschweig was destroyed during the bombing raids of 1944 and the ruins were finally pulled down in the 1960s. In 2005 the foundations for a recreation of the place were laid down, albeit with the inside being a shopping centre rather than a royal palace. Today the outside of the building is a faithful reconstruction of how the palace would have looked before WWII, but inside its a pretty bland run of the mill shopping centre.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.263364; Longitude: 10.527539
What3Words: portable.extremes.shadow

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schlossmuseum Schlossmuseum No Data

Description


Occupying one corner of the shopping mall is a small museum where a small number of rooms from the old palace have been reconstructed to give an idea of how the inside of the palace would have looked, including the study and the throne room.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.263818; Longitude: 10.527657
What3Words: mental.stressed.tanks

Photos


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Web Link


www.schlossmuseum-braunschweig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (08/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Staatliches Naturhistorisches Museum Staatliches Naturhistorisches Museum No Data

Description


Natural History museum containing the usual selection of stuffed animals as well as dinosaurs and down in the basement a small aquarium.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.275259; Longitude: 10.52921
What3Words: cuff.surgical.answers

Photos


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Web Link


3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/09/2023), and on time of last update (10/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aegidienkirche Aegidienkirche No Data

Description


The roof and insides of the church were destroyed during the bombing of the city in WWII and today the shell of the building stands as a war memorial. Under the main tower is a peace bell that was gifted to the city by it's twinned city of Hiroshima. It's rung each year on the anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bomb on the Japanese city.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.369392; Longitude: 9.739335
What3Words: incurs.this.scope

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Web Link


marktkirche-hannover.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Tour Hannover City Tour Hannover No Data

Description


An open-top (although on the day I took it the fabric roof was on) tour round the city centre and past the key sights, including going out to the Zoo and the Herrenhäuser Gärten a multi-lingual commentary is provided along the way.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.375579; Longitude: 9.741067
What3Words: nibbled.tile.woven

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Web Link


www.citytour.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover Erlebnis-Zoo Hannover No Data

Description


Located in the city forest this small zoo houses a wide selection of animals, arranged into themed areas. A well designed route takes you past all the exhibits.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.381822; Longitude: 9.767281
What3Words: loose.inches.blinks

Photos


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Web Link


www.zoo-hannover.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Georgengarten Georgengarten No Data

Description


Located a little way north west of the city centre the gardens are made up of various sections including a tree lined avenue that takes you the 2Km or so from the tram stop by the university to the large formal "Great Garden" (alternatively trams stop right outside the entrance to the Great Garden if you don't feel like walking.) Along with formal beds and walkways there is also a maze. Just next door to the garden is the botanical gardens.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.386238; Longitude: 9.708155
What3Words: cotton.hesitate.wing

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Web Link


www.hannover-park.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2004), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Herrenhäuser Gärten Herrenhäuser Gärten No Data

Description


The Great Gardens, are the formal gardens of the Schloß Herrenhäusen. They are open to the public and you can look round the gardens. The gardens include lots of water features and hedge lined paths, as well as a large formal garden near the palace and a slightly trippy grotto.

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.387711; Longitude: 9.696519
What3Words: belts.steer.limped

Photos


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Web Link


www.herrenhausen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2014), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Historisches Museum Historisches Museum No Data

Description


Another strangely designed museum, because it is built around the remains of the old city walls. This is another eclectic collection with lots of royal items, as well as more modern items.

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Small admission charge, reduced if you have a Hannover Welcome Card, Free on Fridays

Getting There


Latitude: 52.371784; Longitude: 9.732154
What3Words: jotting.belts.formally

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Web Link


www.historisches-museum-hannover.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kestner Museum Kestner Museum No Data

Description


This has an eclectic collection of artefacts ranging from ancient Greece & Egypt to modern art & contemporary design. The building itself is interesting because the original building, which was badly damaged in the war has been kept but is now encased within a 1950's outer shell.

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Small admission charge, reduced if you have a Hannover Welcome Card, Free on Fridays

Getting There


Latitude: 52.368106; Longitude: 9.736311
What3Words: carver.eyebrows.figs

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Web Link


www.museum-august-kestner.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marschseeflotte Marschseeflotte No Data

Description


Regular ferries shuttle round the lake stopping off at various points. You can either go from landing stage to landing stage, or do a full tour that takes around 50 minutes (N.B. when I visited in 2020 due to Covid-19 restrictions the intermediate stops had been cancelled and only a circular trip round the lake without stops was possible).

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Getting There


Latitude: 52.36232; Longitude: 9.738779
What3Words: deduced.system.evidence

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Web Link


www.uestra-reisen.de/maschsee
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maschpark Maschpark No Data

Description


Located just south of the New Town Hall this small park has a large lake in it which is perfect for taking beautiful pictures of the town hall! The small park has a number of paths and a little bridge across the water.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.364668; Longitude: 9.737903
What3Words: withdrew.deaf.boot

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Web Link


www.hannover-park.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Maschsee Maschsee No Data

Description


The Maschsee is a large lake located in the south of the city centre. The lake has pleasant walks around the edge, as well as several cafes and beer gardens. It's also a focus for water activities with pedalos and rowing boats available for hire to explore the lake.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.354203; Longitude: 9.743481
What3Words: mushroom.kipper.request

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Web Link


www.hannover-park.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Roter Faden (Red Thread) Roter Faden (Red Thread) No Data

Description


The Roter Faden is a walking tour through the heart of the city, taking in the main architectural and historical points in the city, as well as many of the main museums. The tour starts and finishes at the Hauptbahnhof, with the starting point outside the Tourist information office and the end point under the statue by the main entrance to the station. A thick red line painted on the pavement guides you round the route, and it's very easy to follow. There is limited other signs or information on the route, instead you need to buy a guide in the tourist office to fully understand everything that you see.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.376107; Longitude: 9.740308
What3Words: angel.escapes.suppers

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/11/2004), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtpark Hannover Stadtpark Hannover No Data

Description


Another large and pleasant park located just to the North west of the Hauptbahnhof and leading up to the edge of the City's Zoo.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.374014; Longitude: 9.771051
What3Words: bats.gravel.markets

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Web Link


www.hannover-park.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2004), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtwald Eilenriede Stadtwald Eilenriede No Data

Description


This is a large and pleasant forested park located just to the North west of the Hauptbahnhof and leading up to the edge of the City's Zoo. The park itself is part of the ancient woods that used to surround the city.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.388656; Longitude: 9.774222
What3Words: loosed.miracle.mailer

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Web Link


www.hannover-park.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2004), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hameln: Walking Route Hameln: Walking Route No Data

Description


A line of white painted rats on the pavements around the historic old parts of the town that guides you past the best of the architecture in the city.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.104568; Longitude: 9.358394
What3Words: proceeds.trash.debate

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hildesheim: Dom Hildesheim: Dom No Data

Description


Located at the back of the town the Cathedral is quite compact and plain, but the big attraction is in the cloisters which include a tower with a rose climbing around it which has been growing for over 1000 years!

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Very small charge for accessing the cloister

Getting There


Latitude: 52.148968; Longitude: 9.946951
What3Words: inclined.jabs.kitchen

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Web Link


www.dommuseum-hildesheim.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Marienburg Schloß Marienburg No Data

Description


Built by the electors of Hannover at a time when the held both the crowns of Hannover and Great Britain, this is a stunning castle, perched on the top of a small hill, overlooking an almost flat landscape. Inside the rooms are richly decorated with lots of wealth on display. At the time of visiting Covid-19 precautions meant that rather than having to go round on a guided tour there was a self guided walking route round the castle. There were also tours available to climb up the main tower for views over the surrounding countryside.

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Charge, additional charge for the tower tour

Getting There

From March to November there are direct buses (four a day on weekends, two in the morning with two returns in the afternoons on weekdays) from the ZOB in Hannover to Schloß Marienburg. Route 300 starts at the ZOB and runs to Pattensen where it becomes the 310 and continues onto the castle - no need to change buses. Journey time is about 70 minutes, Marienburg is in zone C of the local ticket tariffs with a Day ticket covering A, B and C being cheaper than two single fares. Outside of these buses the 300/310 runs hourly Monday to Saturday and stops at the end of the road up to the castle, this is about a 2KM walk to the castle along a steep road with limited foot paths. Alternatively there are hourly RE2 trains from Hannover to Nordstemmen, taking about 15 minutes to make the journey, from Nordstemmen it's about a 3KM walk to the castle, the first 1.5 along the flat but the final 1.5 uphill to the castle, this last part is either up steep - not particularly well signed footpaths, or up the switchback road which does not have a footpath.
Latitude: 52.1722; Longitude: 9.767081
What3Words: cockpit.unapproved.scrapers

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Web Link


www.schloss-marienburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/09/2020), and on time of last update (27/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Braunschweig Braunschweig No Data

Description


Known better by it's English name Brunswick, this city was once the most important in the region. In the front line during the cold-war (being the last city before the East German border) the city has rebuilt much of it's architecture which was destroyed during the war.

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Getting There

Trains run about once an hour from Hanover Hauptbahnhof (taking about 45 minutes) to Braunschweig Hauptbahnhof, and then it's a 8 minute tram ride to the centre of town (or a long walk!) Unlike every other German city the trams are not very regular, reliable or co-ordinated with other forms of transport, however they are cheap!
Latitude: 52.264148; Longitude: 10.52638
What3Words: dribble.divided.stud

Photos


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Web Link


www.braunschweig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Celle Celle No Data

Description


Located to the North East of Hanover, Celle is another very attractive town with lots of architecture and a very impressive castle that you can have guided tours of.

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Getting There

Trains run about three times an hour from Hanover Hauptbahnhof to Celle Hauptbahnhof, and then it's a 10-20 minute walk into the centre of town. Trains take between 25 and 45 minutes depending on which way it goes (The S3 S-Bahn line is the slowest)
Latitude: 52.62192; Longitude: 10.07858
What3Words: exact.topping.shakes

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Web Link


www.celle.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hamlen Hamlen No Data

Description


Located to the South West of Hanover, Hamlen is most famous for it's rat problem and it's way of getting rid of them! The town itself has retained many of its old buildings (and many more have been restored or rebuilt). You can guide yourself around the city by following the white rats painted on the pavement.

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Getting There

The S5 S-Bahn Train runs every 30 minutes from Hanover Hauptbahnhof to Hameln Hauptbahnhof, taking about 45 minutes. From there its a 15 minute walk into the centre of the town
Latitude: 52.104018; Longitude: 9.357208
What3Words: bagels.prep.wishing

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Web Link


www.hameln.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hildesheim Hildesheim No Data

Description


Located to the South East of Hanover, Hildesheim is another pretty city that has rebuilt itself after heavy damage during the war. The city has a long history stretching back over 1000 years, most of it recorded during the life of the rose bush that still grows up a tower in the cloisters of the cathedral

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Getting There

There are about 2 trains an hour from Hannover to Hildesheim taking between 25 and 45 minutes depending on speed. From the station its a 10 minute walk to the centre of the town.
Latitude: 52.150765; Longitude: 9.950867
What3Words: rejected.until.flows

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Web Link


www.hildesheim.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/11/2004), and on time of last update (09/11/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachen: City Tour Aachen: City Tour No Data

Description


An open-top tour running as either an infrequent hop-on-hop-off service, or for slightly less as a single trip. The tour takes in the key sights in the city centre and then drives out to the Dreiländerpunkt on the German/Dutch/Belgium border where you can walk back and forth across the various borders in a 20 minute stop, before the bus returns to the centre of town

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.773861; Longitude: 6.087413
What3Words: degree.pills.monitors

Photos


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Web Link


www.citytour.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/08/2011), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachener Akropolis Aachener Akropolis No Data

Description


Located halfway up the Lousberg this plateau provides a pleasant place to stop as you slog up the hill. Located here are some faux temple columns (erected during the 19th century) to give the impression of the ruins of an ancient Greek temple

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.785222; Longitude: 6.083487
What3Words: trouble.sigh.river

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachener Tierpark Euregiozoo Aachener Tierpark Euregiozoo No Data

Description


Small zoo housing located on the edge of the city centre. The usual collection of animals - though almost all are out in the open rather than in houses.

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Charge

Getting There

From the centre of town the number 16 bus runs direct to the main entrance of the zoo every 30 minutes
Latitude: 50.764235; Longitude: 6.115462
What3Words: item.rang.warmers

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Web Link


www.euregiozoo.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Couven-Museum Couven-Museum No Data

Description


Housed in a mid 17th Century house this museum showcases what the life of a middle-class Aachen family of the 18th and 19th Century would have looked like.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.7757; Longitude: 6.08487
What3Words: dusted.rips.tribe

Photos


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Web Link


couven-museum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


One of the first buildings in the world to receive UNESCO world heritage site recognition and a beautiful building. Despite its size inside it feels quite small and is quite dark but with very heavily decorated walls and ceilings.

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Free, suggested donation - charge to take photos

Getting There


Latitude: 50.774607; Longitude: 6.083926
What3Words: librarian.human.magical

Photos


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Web Link


www.aachendom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Schatzkammer (Cathedral Treasury) Dom Schatzkammer (Cathedral Treasury) No Data

Description


Located in the rear of the Cathedral cloister (though access is from a side street, not from the Cathedral itself) the museum houses the cathedral's treasures, including vast amounts of Gold and Silver along with holy relics some of which are supposed to be of Charlemagne - the man responsible for putting Aachen on the map.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.775054; Longitude: 6.082868
What3Words: skews.seasick.requests

Photos


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Web Link


www.aachener-domschatz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Katschhof Katschhof No Data

Description


A small square located behind both the Dom and the Rathaus and providing excellent views of both

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.775488; Longitude: 6.083744
What3Words: stop.storms.someone

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lousberg Lousberg No Data

Description


The city's hill, peaking at 264m above the city, located just to the north of the main ring road. This large tree-lined hill is one big park with lots of walking and hiking trails. From the very top at the Obelisk there are stunning views over the city.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.786233; Longitude: 6.08091
What3Words: install.holds.thinks

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Markt Markt No Data

Description


The city marketplace, dominated by the elaborate town hall (Rathaus)

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.776405; Longitude: 6.083803
What3Words: huddle.notice.indirect

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marschiertor Marschiertor No Data

Description


One of only two surviving city gates. Only the main tower of this gate exists, with the passageway underneath - though it is a very impressive building.

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Free to look around the outside

Getting There


Latitude: 50.768229; Longitude: 6.08692
What3Words: sample.notebook.trial

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Obelisk Obelisk No Data

Description


The Obelisk is located at the highest point on the Lousberg and from here there are lovely views over the city centre with the Cathedral clearly visible down below.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.785559; Longitude: 6.082624
What3Words: feelers.shady.property

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ponttor Ponttor No Data

Description


One of only two surviving city gates, this large fortification houses an outer barbican that you have to pass through to get to the inner gate into the city. Today the gate sits by itself with just a small stub of the former city walls jutting out from one side. It currently isn't possible to go inside the buildings, but you can walk through the barbican and under the gate house.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.781551; Longitude: 6.078283
What3Words: decays.vine.trooper

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Salvatorkirche Salvatorkirche No Data

Description


Located on the slightly smaller hill next door to the Lousberg is this small church. The current building dates from the end of the 19th century but there are records of a church on this site going back to the 9th century.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.784197; Longitude: 6.085739
What3Words: suspect.speaking.tingled

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Foillan Church St. Foillan Church No Data

Description


This small church, located behind the cathedral, has clearly had an interesting history with modern rebuild and ancient stonework sitting side by side. Inside there are modern slim concrete pillars and stained glass next to medieval masonry and windows.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.774914; Longitude: 6.08464
What3Words: toenail.thick.whispers

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stolberg: Burg Stolberg Stolberg: Burg Stolberg No Data

Description


The castle is mostly home to a restaurant/café, though you can still walk around a small section of the building - assuming they haven't got a wedding going on as several of the rooms are used for events. From the ramparts you can get good views over the town.

Charge


Free to look around the castle

Getting There


Latitude: 50.767057; Longitude: 6.233077
What3Words: suppose.grape.weaned

Photos


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Web Link


www.burg-stolberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vaals: Dreiländerpunkt Vaals: Dreiländerpunkt No Data

Description


The point where Germany, The Netherlands and Belgium all meet. The meandering roadway up to the point (which is also the highest point in Netherlands) passes backwards and forwards through the border so many times that you don't actually know which country you are approaching from, until you see all the Dutch flags at the entry. The point itself is marked with a small pillar which you can walk round or stand in two different country's. A large family oriented area has grown up around the point with mazes, viewing platforms, playgrounds and cafes.

Charge


Free to look at the meeting point, charge for the other attractions on site

Getting There

From Aachen the easiest way is on the open-top city tour sightseeing bus. Alternatively take the 350 bus (every 30 minutes, about 30 minutes) to Vaals bus station and change there onto the 159 bus (hourly, weekends only except during Dutch school holidays, about 10 minutes) to the park. If the 159 isn't running it's about a miles uphill walk from Vaals to the park.
Latitude: 50.754449; Longitude: 6.020975
What3Words: padlock.dynamic.bright

Photos


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Web Link


www.drielandenpunt.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/08/2011), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Monschau Monschau No Data

Description


Located in a deep valley with fortifications and castles on the steep valley walls this is picture book romantic Germany with chocolate box image medieval houses crowded round the narrow streets, the small market and climbing away from the river. There is a lot to be seen just from walking round the town

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Getting There

Monday to Friday the SB66 bus runs every 30 minutes, At the weekend the 66 bus runs every other hour from the bus station in Aachen to the end of the line at Monschau. Journey time is around an hour
Latitude: 50.55518; Longitude: 6.242391
What3Words: buzz.masking.identify

Photos


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Web Link


www.monschau.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stolberg Stolberg No Data

Description


This small town has grown up around the fairy-tale styled castle and small river that make this a very pleasant place to walk around.

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Getting There

From Aachen the RB20 train runs every hour to Stolberg-Rathaus and Stolberg-Altstadt. Don't be alarmed, the train calls at Stolberg-Hauptbahnhof pulls out into a siding and then changes direction to pull back into a different platform at Stolberg-Hauptbahnhof before continuing down to the town itself. Journey time is around 25 minutes. Alternatively the 1 and 25 buses run from the centre of Aachen with the 25 taking about an hour to make the journey, but through a more scenic route than the direct number 1.
Latitude: 50.76999; Longitude: 6.2296
What3Words: pimples.shrimp.reunion

Photos


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Web Link


www.stolberg-erleben.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/08/2020), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Vaals Vaals No Data

Description


Vaals is a small Dutch town just the opposite side of the border from Aachen. From here you can climb up to the Vaalserberg - the highest point in continental Netherlands

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Getting There

From Aachen the 25 and 350 buses run at least every 15 minutes taking just over 30 minutes to reach the bus station in the centre of Vaals. The 350 bus itself continues onto Maastricht, the 25 terminates in Vaals
Latitude: 50.772441; Longitude: 6.019995
What3Words: flash.village.question

Photos


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Web Link


www.visitzuidlimburg.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/08/2011), and on time of last update (03/09/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ägyptisches Museum der Universität Bonn (Museum of Egyptology of the University of Bonn) Ägyptisches Museum der Universität Bonn (Museum of Egyptology of the University of Bonn) No Data

Description


The small museum houses the universities collection of Egyptian artefacts.

Charge


Charge, Free with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.734642; Longitude: 7.1047
What3Words: pipe.dreamer.lows

Photos


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Web Link


www.aegyptisches-museum.uni-bonn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Beethoven-Haus Beethoven-Haus No Data

Description


The building in which the composer and musician was born and raised in. At one point the building was going to be pulled down but it was saved by a charity that has turned it into a museum dedicated to the life of Beethoven and housing the worlds largest collection of Beethoven related material.

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Charge, Free with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.736866; Longitude: 7.101299
What3Words: mixers.hints.pilots

Photos


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Web Link


www.beethoven-haus-bonn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Deutsches Museum Bonn (German Museum Bonn) Deutsches Museum Bonn (German Museum Bonn) No Data

Description


The museum has a large collection of exhibits related to German technical inventions or developments. This includes an example of the prototype "hover train"

Charge


Charge, Free with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.698972; Longitude: 7.150673
What3Words: cycles.bunch.user

Photos


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Web Link


www.deutsches-museum-bonn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland (House of the history of the Federal Republic of Germany) Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland (House of the history of the Federal Republic of Germany) No Data

Description


This modern museum tells the history of Germany from the ruins at the end of the second world war to the modern country. It's mostly told from what was happening in the Budesrepublik (BDR/FDR/West Germany), but along the way it's contrasted by what was happening at the same time the other side of the iron curtain in the Democratic Republic (DDR/GDR/East Germany). The most remarkable part of the history is the way that nobody really (or certainly not before 1988) saw the complete collapse of the communist governments in the East coming.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.717425; Longitude: 7.118894
What3Words: identify.smashes.salads

Photos


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Web Link


www.hdg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

LVR-LandesMuseum LVR-LandesMuseum No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the Rhineland region, from the original Neanderthal skeleton through to the modern day

Charge


Charge, Free with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.732075; Longitude: 7.092683
What3Words: either.basher.part

Photos


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Web Link


www.landesmuseum-bonn.lvr.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Münster Münster No Data

Description


The Münster set the template for many of the churches in this part of the Rhineland. Today it dominates the Münsterplarz in the centre of the city, but provides a quiet oasis from the bustle outside. Even quieter is the medieval cloister with a pretty garden and fountain.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 50.733318; Longitude: 7.099743
What3Words: fend.walnuts.fake

Photos


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Web Link


www.bonner-muenster.de/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rhine River Cruise Rhine River Cruise No Data

Description


Several companies offer cruises up and down the Rhine from short hops to full day cruises. During the summer the competing companies provide an almost half hourly service from Bonn up stream to Linz. The journey takes around 2 1/4 hours and provides stunning views all the way along. If 2 1/4 hours is too long you can get off at any of the other stops, most of which are within easy walk of a station for trains back to Bonn, or a return ferry

Charge


Charge, Discount with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.734547; Longitude: 7.109034
What3Words: cracker.stadium.rarely

Photos


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Web Link


www.b-p-s.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

StadtMuseum Bonn (City Museum) StadtMuseum Bonn (City Museum) No Data

Description


The museum documents the history of the city from the Roman era through until the modern day. The museum also has a small exhibition on the fate of the Jewish population of Bonn during the war.

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Charge, Free with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.734676; Longitude: 7.106191
What3Words: arrow.entitle.goat

Photos


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Web Link


www.bonn.de/stadtmuseum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zoologisches Forschungsmuseum Alexander König Zoologisches Forschungsmuseum Alexander König No Data

Description


The museum houses a large collection of stuffed animals arranged by their natural habitats (if a stuffed giraffe could ever be described as having a natural habitat). In the basement is a small collection of live reptiles and fish.)

Charge


Charge, Free with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.722178; Longitude: 7.113771
What3Words: begins.saloons.fortress

Photos


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Web Link


www.zfmk.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bad Godesberg: Castle ruins Bad Godesberg: Castle ruins No Data

Description


The ruins of the castle dominate the town skyline. The main part of the ruins are now a restaurant but the central tower still stands, and you can climb the tower for stunning views over the Rhine towards Königswinter and Bonn

Charge


Free to look round outside, charge to climb tower

Getting There


Latitude: 50.685148; Longitude: 7.150683
What3Words: majority.reboot.bulb

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter: Drachenfels ruins Königswinter: Drachenfels ruins No Data

Description


The ruins of the medieval castle stand at the summit of the Drachenfels hill and offer stunning views out over the Rhine and on a clear day as far as Cologne.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.665322; Longitude: 7.2101
What3Words: tolls.credit.speakers

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter: Drachenfelsbahn Königswinter: Drachenfelsbahn No Data

Description


This rack railway climbs from the back of the town up to a viewing platform, restaurant and kiosk complex most of the way to the top of the hill. From there it's a short walk up hill to the ruins of the castle. There is also a station part way up next to the Drachenburg castle which is also conveniently located for the other attractions on the hill.

Charge


Charge, Discount with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.674311; Longitude: 7.198555
What3Words: sifts.lime.rejoin

Photos


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Web Link


www.drachenfelsbahn-koenigswinter.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter: Drachenhöhle Königswinter: Drachenhöhle No Data

Description


The Drachenhöhle takes you from the entrance of the Nibelungehalle through to the large of a dragon (all concrete). From there it's up a flight of steps into the Reptile Zoo

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for the Nibelungehalle, Drachenhöhle and Reptile Zoo

Getting There


Latitude: 50.671003; Longitude: 7.203984
What3Words: dragon.quieter.cafe

Photos


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Web Link


www.nibelungenhalle.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter: Nibelungenhalle Königswinter: Nibelungenhalle No Data

Description


The temple was built in the 1910's to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Wagner's. Today it houses a number of pictures and sculptures related to the Ring cycle.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for the Nibelungehalle, Drachenhöhle and Reptile Zoo

Getting There


Latitude: 50.670871; Longitude: 7.204113
What3Words: rational.snooty.toenail

Photos


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Web Link


www.nibelungenhalle.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter: Reptile Zoo Königswinter: Reptile Zoo No Data

Description


The Reptile Zoo houses a number of different species, with the Caymans and Alligators being the most popular.

Charge


Charge, joint ticket for the Nibelungehalle, Drachenhöhle and Reptile Zoo

Getting There


Latitude: 50.67067; Longitude: 7.20414
What3Words: prelude.latest.minds

Photos


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Web Link


www.nibelungenhalle.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter: Schloß Drachenburg Königswinter: Schloß Drachenburg No Data

Description


The palace was built in the 19th century and at the time of visiting was just finishing a long period of refurbishment. Access is via a guided tour only.

Charge


Charge, Discount with a Bonn Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 50.668681; Longitude: 7.206388
What3Words: before.message.rent

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-drachenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bad Godesberg Bad Godesberg No Data

Description


Spa town located to the south of Bonn on the Rhine. The town is dominated by the ruins of it's former castle.

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Getting There

From Bonn there are regular U-Bahn trains to Bad Godesberg taking around 20 minutes, alternatively there are trains every half hour or so taking just over five minutes
Latitude: 50.683781; Longitude: 7.15416
What3Words: lighter.passion.expires

Photos


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Web Link


www.godesberg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Koblenz Koblenz No Data

Description


Named after its main feature the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine rivers, this is a picturesque town at the end of the Rhine gorge. The key attractions are the fortress which overlooks the city from high above the eastern bank of the Rhine, and the Deutsche Ecke or German Corner, built at the point where the Mosel and the Rhine merge.

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Getting There

From Bonn there are regular trains taking between 45 minutes and the hour to make the trip. Alternatively you can take an early morning cruise down to Koblenz from Bonn, but the journey time is around the five hour mark!
Latitude: 50.356696; Longitude: 7.599617
What3Words: silence.insurers.stressed

Photos


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Web Link


www.koblenz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (10/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Königswinter Königswinter No Data

Description


The start of the Rhine wine producing region and a fine riverside resort town, Königswinter has been around for several hundred years, with the ruins of it's Medieval castle looking down on it from the top of the Drachenfels (Dragon Rock) hill.

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Getting There

There are regular U-Bahn services from the Hauptbahnhof to Königswinter taking around 35 minutes to make the trip, alternatively you can catch one of the many Rhine cruise ships, taking around 50 minutes.
Latitude: 50.673998; Longitude: 7.191389
What3Words: pound.edit.suppers

Photos


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Web Link


www.koenigswinter.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (09/07/2010), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hofgarten Hofgarten No Data

Description


Running across the heart of the city the Hofgarten is the green lungs of the city centre. With formal gardens, open green spaces and lakes.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.229087; Longitude: 6.779122
What3Words: petition.purple.harvest

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordpark Nordpark No Data

Description


The North Park is a pleasant park area with a number of different zones. In addition to a Japanese garden and English gardens there is also the AquaZoo aquarium

Charge


Free, Charge for AquaZoo, AquaZoo free with Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 51.25743; Longitude: 6.750669
What3Words: lizard.urgent.desks

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Open-Top-Tour Open-Top-Tour No Data

Description


An open-top bus tour of the city centre. It can either be completed as a single tour or for an extra fee you can get a ticket that lets you hop-off and on around the route over two days. As the buses are only every two hours, and it was already full when it left the first stop at the station, I doubt the hop-on-hop-off part works quite so well! A live guide gives a commentary in German, and about half the seats have a box to plug headphones in to get a pre-recorded multi-lingual commentary.

Charge


Charge, Discount with a Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 51.221726; Longitude: 6.793191
What3Words: beamed.park.schools

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rheinturm Rheinturm No Data

Description


From 164 or so meters up you get stunning views over the city and surrounding countryside. From the top you can get a good view of course of the Rhine as it meanders across the flat plains of this part of Germany. You can go up to the top floor to the (expensive) revolving restaurant where you don't even have to walk round to take in the view!

Charge


Charge for the lift to the top, free with a Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 51.217852; Longitude: 6.76157
What3Words: resists.waddled.foremost

Photos


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Web Link


www.guennewig.de/drheintu
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rhine Cruises Rhine Cruises No Data

Description


Several firms offer one hour cruises up and down the Rhine. They all take pretty much the same route which is to head off from the Altstadt and head up stream to the Media Harbour and the TV tower, then turn round and head back past the Altstadt continuing on until they are parallel with the conference centre, then they turn back round and head back to the city centre. Along the way the English and German commentary points out sights of interest

Charge


Charge, The KD ferries offer a discount with a Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There


Latitude: 51.226869; Longitude: 6.770132
What3Words: bundles.swelling.crust

Photos


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Web Link


www.k-d.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Benrath: Corps de logis Schloß Benrath: Corps de logis No Data

Description


The main palace. From the outside it looks quite plain, inside it is anything but. You have to go round on a guided tour, which are in German, but with an accompanying text in English

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Schloß Benrath attractions, Discount for Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There

From the City centre take either U74 or tram 701 all the way to the entrance
Latitude: 51.161015; Longitude: 6.870489
What3Words: logged.belonging.sushi

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-benrath.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Benrath: Museum for European Garden Design Schloß Benrath: Museum for European Garden Design No Data

Description


The museum houses paintings, drawings sculptures and more all relating to the themes of Gardening and Garden design

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Schloß Benrath attractions, Discount for Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There

From the City centre take either U74 or tram 701 all the way to the entrance
Latitude: 51.161624; Longitude: 6.871621
What3Words: return.prowess.along

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-benrath.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Benrath: Museum of Natural Sciences Schloß Benrath: Museum of Natural Sciences No Data

Description


The museum is a small Natural History museum, looking at the local natural history of this part of the Rhine

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Schloß Benrath attractions, Discount for Dusseldorf Welcome Card

Getting There

From the City centre take either U74 or tram 701 all the way to the entrance
Latitude: 51.161637; Longitude: 6.869389
What3Words: embers.rear.renews

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-benrath.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloß Benrath: Park Schloß Benrath: Park No Data

Description


Even if you don't visit the palace the vast grounds are worth the trip in themselves. Covering 60 hectares they provide a tranquil space to wander around.

Charge


Free

Getting There

From the City centre take either U74 or tram 701 all the way to the entrance
Latitude: 51.157869; Longitude: 6.865511
What3Words: merit.dilute.rosette

Photos


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Web Link


www.schloss-benrath.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserswerth: Basilika St. Suitbertus Kaiserswerth: Basilika St. Suitbertus No Data

Description


Located just back from the Rhine, and close to the ruins of the Kaiserpfalz, the Basilica is a pretty little church worth a look around.

Charge


Free

Getting There

From the U-Bahn stop cross over the road and head down the main street. Just before the Rhine there is a sign pointing down a side alleyway that takes you to the Basilica
Latitude: 51.300465; Longitude: 6.733112
What3Words: workers.nutrients.wash

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserswerth: Kaiserpfalz Kaiserswerth: Kaiserpfalz No Data

Description


The Kaiserpfalz was, for a while, the seat of the Holy Roman Empire. Today it is just a small block of ruins, having been destroyed following a siege at the start of the 18th century. The small amount of ruins that remain are on the edge of the Rhine, in a spectacular setting.

Charge


Free

Getting There

From the U-Bahn stop cross over the road and head down the main street. Walk down until you get to a path running along the Rhine, turn left and follow up stream for a short while until you come to the ruins
Latitude: 51.299523; Longitude: 6.731776
What3Words: conquest.decks.blurts

Photos


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Web Link


www.kaiserpfalz-kaiserswerth.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Duisburg Duisburg No Data

Description


Located on the junction of the Ruhr with the Rhine and at the end of the industrial Ruhr valley, Duisburg was once dominated by heavy industry. Much of this has gone and the town has given way to the service sector. The city centre is best described as "practical" rather than beautiful, but there are a few good buildings such as the Rathaus.

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Dusseldorf to Duisburg, taking around 20 minutes, alternatively, the U-Bahn goes the prettier way round, but takes around 60 minutes.
Latitude: 51.433397; Longitude: 6.766167
What3Words: expired.stables.slip

Photos


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Web Link


www.duisburg-tourism.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserswerth Kaiserswerth No Data

Description


Although it is just a northern suburb of Dusseldorf, Kaiserswerth has a small town feel to it, with it's pretty little town hall and main street.

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Getting There

From the centre of Dusseldorf the U-Bahn runs out to Kaiserswerth. Disembark at Klemensplatz station
Latitude: 51.300965; Longitude: 6.73914
What3Words: legal.primary.fund

Photos


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Web Link


www.kaiserswerth.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/05/2010), and on time of last update (10/05/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Domschatzkammer Domschatzkammer No Data

Description


The cathedral's treasury museum housing a number of exhibits including monstrance's, reliquaries and large amounts of gold crosses.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.455729; Longitude: 7.01402
What3Words: sizing.homes.backdrop

Photos


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Web Link


www.domschatz-essen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Essener Dom Essener Dom No Data

Description


The small cathedral is located at the heart of the old town. Compared to some of the other nearby cathedrals like Cologne this is very much smaller with only low spires and a small nave.

Charge


Free, suggested donation

Getting There


Latitude: 51.455972; Longitude: 7.013779
What3Words: decks.scores.registry

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-essen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Grugapark Grugapark No Data

Description


This large park houses the city's botanical gardens, along with lots of open spaces, sports areas and a small train that runs round most of the site. In early January everything was closed, other than the park itself to wander around.

Charge


Charge

Getting There

From the centre of town the U11 runs to the Fair (Messe) and the Grugapark. Messe Ost station is right by the main entrance to the park.
Latitude: 51.428995; Longitude: 6.987109
What3Words: cabin.pounce.marker

Photos


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Web Link


www.grugapark.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum Folkwang Museum Folkwang No Data

Description


This large art museum is located to the south of the city centre. Its core collection is a selection of 19th-21st Century works, including a number from Van Gogh, Monet, Matisse, Cezanne and many other famous artists. Alongside the permanent collection there is a regularly changing range of temporary exhibitions.

Charge


Free for the core collection, charge for temporary exhibitions

Getting There


Latitude: 51.44255; Longitude: 7.004528
What3Words: stuck.kettles.fled

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-folkwang.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zollverein: Panorama Zollverein: Panorama No Data

Description


You can take a sign posted walk through some of the catwalks high above the works before climbing about 20m to the roof of the main building from where there are, when the weather is clear, excellent views over the wider valley area - with many other mine lift towers clearly visible dotted across the landscape showing just how industrial this area once was.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.486486; Longitude: 7.042472
What3Words: rush.pardon.origins

Photos


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Web Link


www.ruhrmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zollverein: Portal of Industrial Heritage Zollverein: Portal of Industrial Heritage No Data

Description


Located on the upper floor of the main building this small exhibition gives details on some of the other key industrial heritage sites in the area, and the importance of the wider Ruhr region.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.485805; Longitude: 7.042129
What3Words: month.rooks.prepares

Photos


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Web Link


www.ruhrmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zollverein: Ruhr Museum Zollverein: Ruhr Museum No Data

Description


The Ruhr museum tells the history of the Ruhr museum both social, industrial and geological to show the importance of the region to the history of the development of Germany. The museum is spread out over multiple floors inside one of the main buildings on the site - you start at the top of the building and work your way down to almost ground level through the exhibits.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.486158; Longitude: 7.042196
What3Words: rungs.pipe.protests

Photos


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Web Link


www.ruhrmuseum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zollverein: Site Zollverein: Site No Data

Description


The site opened in 2010 following many years of cleaning and conversion from a working mine and coking plant to a modern museum and industrial heritage park. You can wander around much of the large site to see the preserved buildings and industrial heritage.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.486468; Longitude: 7.044074
What3Words: resemble.ranges.person

Photos


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Web Link


www.zollverein.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Werden Werden No Data

Description


This small picturesque town on the River Ruhr can trace it's history back to at least the 13th century, although today its been swallowed up by Essen itself to become just a suburb. The impressive basilica church of St. Ludgerus puts Essen's own cathedral to shame in it's size.

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Getting There

The S6 train runs at least every 30 minutes from Essen Hbf to Essen-Werden, taking just over 10 minutes to make the journey.
Latitude: 51.388357; Longitude: 7.003292
What3Words: blasted.loosens.speech

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/01/2020), and on time of last update (18/01/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cologne Cathedral Cologne Cathedral No Data

Description


One of the most impressive structures in the city, and one of the few to remain intact following air-raids during WW2. One of the key draws of the cathedral has always been the Shrine of the Three Magi which has been drawing crowds for nearly 900 years. There is also the massive spire which you can climb for stunning views over the city

Charge


Suggested donation to look round the cathedral, charge to climb the tower (Discount with Cologne Welcome Card)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.941326; Longitude: 6.958187
What3Words: urge.downhill.grouping

Photos


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Web Link


www.koelner-dom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2004), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cologne Coach Service Cologne Coach Service No Data

Description


A coach tour that takes you round the main sites of the city, giving some background information on all the major sites. Presented in both German and English the tour includes a short photo stop on the opposite side of the river to the Cathedral and a 20 minute quick tour around the city museum

Charge


Charge (Discount with Cologne Welcome Card)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.941329; Longitude: 6.956164
What3Words: crowbar.drilling.collide

Photos


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Web Link


www.ccs-busreisen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/04/2004), and on time of last update (25/04/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kölnisches Stadtmusuem (City Museum) Kölnisches Stadtmusuem (City Museum) No Data

Description


An interesting collection of artefacts relating to the history of the city including its famous carnival. There are also some very moving pictures of the devastation of the city following the end of the war with everything, except the cathedral, in total destruction

Charge


Charge (Discount with Cologne Welcome Card)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.939987; Longitude: 6.959388
What3Words: upstairs.fairy.types

Photos


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Web Link


www.museenkoeln.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/04/2004), and on time of last update (25/04/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Praetorium Praetorium No Data

Description


Underneath the streets of Cologne the remains of the Praetorium buildings and part of an ancient Roman canal have been preserved and can be looked round

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.939159; Longitude: 6.958868
What3Words: wounds.picked.headache

Photos


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Web Link


www.museenkoeln.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rautenstrauch-Joset Museum Rautenstrauch-Joset Museum No Data

Description


An eclectic collection of Antiquities from the far and near east, all the displays are in German so take some deciphering with a phrase book!

Charge


No Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.922454; Longitude: 6.964731
What3Words: curries.droplet.painters

Photos


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Web Link


www.museenkoeln.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/04/2004), and on time of last update (25/04/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rhine Cable-Car Rhine Cable-Car No Data

Description


Starting north of the city centre next to the zoo and crossing the Rhine over one of the more northerly bridges and ending in the Rhine Gardens the cable car offers spectacular views of the city including the Cathedral and the sweep of the Rhine as it goes through the city

Charge


Charge (Discount with Cologne Welcome Card)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.957082; Longitude: 6.97362
What3Words: nail.bravest.about

Photos


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Web Link


www.koelner-seilbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/04/2004), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Römisch-Germanisches Museum Römisch-Germanisches Museum No Data

Description


Cologne was one of the most important town outside of Italy during the Roman empire and its importance has lasted on in the number of Roman artefacts including expansive mosaics and bits of buildings as well as pottery and other daily items that have been unearthed during excavations over the years

Charge


Charge (Discount with Cologne Welcome Card)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.940562; Longitude: 6.958922
What3Words: output.multiple.files

Photos


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Web Link


www.museenkoeln.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/04/2004), and on time of last update (25/04/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Triangle Tower Triangle Tower No Data

Description


Built in 2005 the Triangle tower is a 28 storey building, built on the opposite bank of the Rhine from the Cathedral. The roof has been turned into an observation tower, from where you can get stunning views over the cathedral and city

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.940211; Longitude: 6.971743
What3Words: mimic.foam.waffle

Photos


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Web Link


www.koelntriangle.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Weihnachtsmarkte Weihnachtsmarkte No Data

Description


From mid-November until Christmas the whole of Germany is taken over by Christmas markets. The largest are in Cologne and they offer an excellent opportunity to purchase those slightly different presents, as well as top up your hot wine and bratwurst levels

Charge


Free to look around…

Getting There


Latitude: 50.940518; Longitude: 6.957945
What3Words: tutored.ranges.posts

Photos


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Web Link


www.stadt-koeln.de/en/koelntourismus/christmas
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachen: Cathedral Aachen: Cathedral No Data

Description


One of the first buildings in the world to receive UNESCO world heritage site recognition and a beautiful building. Despite its size inside it feels quite small and is quite dark but with very heavily decorated walls and ceilings.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 50.774607; Longitude: 6.083926
What3Words: librarian.human.magical

Photos


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Web Link


www.aachendom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2004), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachen: City Tour Aachen: City Tour No Data

Description


An open-top tour running as either an infrequent hop-on-hop-off service, or for slightly less as a single trip. The tour takes in the key sights in the city centre and then drives out to the Dreiländerpunkt on the German/Dutch/Belgium border where you can walk back and forth across the various borders in a 20 minute stop, before the bus returns to the centre of town

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.773861; Longitude: 6.087413
What3Words: degree.pills.monitors

Photos


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Web Link


www.citytour.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachen: Dom Schatzkammer (Cathedral Treasury) Aachen: Dom Schatzkammer (Cathedral Treasury) No Data

Description


Located off the cathedrals cloisters this museum houses one of the finest (and most expensive) cathedral treasuries in the world. Included in the collection are some of the remains of Charlemagne himself, the man who put Aachen on the map

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.774882; Longitude: 6.083636
What3Words: veal.loss.dynamic

Photos


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Web Link


www.aachener-dom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2004), and on time of last update (25/04/2004) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachen: Dreiländerpunkt Aachen: Dreiländerpunkt No Data

Description


The point where Germany, The Netherlands and Belgium all meet. The meandering roadway up to the point (which is also the highest point in Netherlands) passes backwards and forwards through the border so many times that you don't actually know which country you are approaching from, until you see all the Dutch flags at the entry. The point itself is marked with a small pillar which you can walk round or stand in two different country's. A large family oriented area has grown up around the point with mazes, viewing platforms, playgrounds and cafes.

Charge


Free to look at the meeting point, charge for the other attractions on site

Getting There

From Aachen the easiest way is on the open-top city tour sightseeing bus.
Latitude: 50.754449; Longitude: 6.020975
What3Words: padlock.dynamic.bright

Photos


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Web Link


www.drielandenpunt.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bonn: Beethoven-Haus Bonn: Beethoven-Haus No Data

Description


The building in which the composer and musician was born and raised in. At one point the building was going to be pulled down but it was saved by a charity that has turned it into a museum dedicated to the life of Beethoven and housing the worlds largest collection of Beethoven related items

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.736866; Longitude: 7.101299
What3Words: mixers.hints.pilots

Photos


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Web Link


www.beethoven-haus-bonn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2004), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bonn: Münster Bonn: Münster No Data

Description


The Münster set the template for many of the churches in this part of the Rhineland. Today it dominates the Münsterplarz in the centre of the city, but provides a quiet oasis from the bustle outside. Even quieter is the medieval cloister

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 50.733318; Longitude: 7.099743
What3Words: fend.walnuts.fake

Photos


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Web Link


www.bonner-muenster.de/
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2004), and on time of last update (13/07/2010) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brühl: Schloß Augustusburg Brühl: Schloß Augustusburg No Data

Description


Built for the Archbishop-elector Clemens August the palace goes to show how much money the church (and the Bavarian ruling family that he was a member of) had to throw around.

Charge


Charge for a compulsory guided tour

Getting There


Latitude: 50.828358; Longitude: 6.907868
What3Words: intently.college.assembles

Photos


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Web Link


www.schlossbruehl.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brühl: Schloß Falkenlust Brühl: Schloß Falkenlust No Data

Description


Small hunting lodge located about a mile away from Schloß Augustusburg through the gardens. A small intimate lodge used by the Archbishop-elector.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.819818; Longitude: 6.929229
What3Words: roofed.loosed.rating

Photos


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Web Link


www.schlossbruehl.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brühl: Schloß Garten Brühl: Schloß Garten No Data

Description


There are formal gardens immediately behind the Augustusburg palace which then lead into a wooded park that leads down to the Falkenlust hunting lodge

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.825437; Longitude: 6.909306
What3Words: trudges.scissors.crypt

Photos


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Web Link


www.schlossbruehl.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Düsseldorf: TV Tower Düsseldorf: TV Tower No Data

Description


One of the tallest buildings in a city with its fair share of tall buildings, the tower offers stunning views over the city and the surrounding countryside

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Getting There

The Tower is located about 20 minutes walk from the central station, by the side of the Rhine, or about 5 minutes by tram heading towards "Stadttor"
Latitude: 51.217852; Longitude: 6.76157
What3Words: resists.waddled.foremost

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neanderthal: Museum Neanderthal: Museum No Data

Description


This museum, in the town that gave its name to mans ancestor, has displays on all aspects of the Neanderthal and the discovery of the remains

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Getting There

From Düsseldorf catch the S28 train to Neanderthal and then follow the signs to the museum
Latitude: 51.226701; Longitude: 6.951004
What3Words: readings.colleague.behind

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Web Link


www.neanderthal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Xanten: Archaeological Park Xanten: Archaeological Park No Data

Description


The remains of Colonia Ulpia Traiana have been preserved at the Archaeological park, where they have attempted reconstructions of some of the key buildings

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Getting There

From Xanten town centre follow the signs for Archaeological park, it is around a 15 minute walk from the centre of town to the entrance
Latitude: 51.667365; Longitude: 6.444898
What3Words: inkjet.level.credited

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Web Link


www.apx.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Xanten: Cathedral Xanten: Cathedral No Data

Description


A stunning cathedral, dominating the centre of the town

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 51.66256; Longitude: 6.452923
What3Words: convergence.symptom.predictions

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Web Link


www.st-viktor-xanten.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aachen Aachen No Data

Description


Aachen is a beautiful border town located just over the border from both Belgium and The Netherlands. The main sites include the Cathedral, one of the first buildings to be put on the UNESCO list of world heritage sites. At one point (794 AD onwards) it was the centre of the Holy Roman Empire and about the most important city in Western Europe.

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Getting There

Trains to Aachen Hauptbahnhof (Central Station) run regularly from Köln Hauptbahnhof, approximately two an hour and it takes about 55 minutes. There are some faster ICE (Intercity Express) trains but these cost more to catch as do the fast international Thalis trains
Latitude: 50.775466; Longitude: 6.081478
What3Words: rifled.changes.grudge

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Web Link


www.aachen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2004), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bonn Bonn No Data

Description


Bonn, once one of the most important cities in the world as capital of West Germany is now starting to slip back into the small city status it came from. Though it still has many good sights including the Münster and museums to the cities most famous son, Beethoven. For more Bonn attractions please see the separate Bonn trip from 2010

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Getting There

Trains to Bonn Hauptbahnhof (Central Station) run very regularly from Köln Hauptbahnhof and it takes between 20 and 35 minutes depending on if it is a regional train, a regional express or the more expensive Inter City or ICE (Intercity Express) trains. There are also direct trams taking around an hour
Latitude: 50.732704; Longitude: 7.096311
What3Words: hasten.firmly.period

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Web Link


www.bonn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/04/2004), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brühl Brühl No Data

Description


Home to a UNESCO world heritage site, which also doubled up as the official reception centre for travelling dignitaries to West Germany.

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Getting There

There are three trains an hour from the Hauptbahnhof to railway station in Brühl, next door to the palace, taking around 15 minutes, alternatively, tram 18 runs every 20 minutes or so to Brühl Mitte which is in the town centre, taking around 25-30 minutes
Latitude: 50.829456; Longitude: 6.902182
What3Words: mimosas.utensil.saddens

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Web Link


www.bruehl.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Düsseldorf Düsseldorf No Data

Description


One of the richest cities in Germany. Düsseldorf has a very picturesque setting on the Rhine, up stream from Cologne. For more Düsseldorf attractions please see the separate Düsseldorf trip from 2010

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Cologne to Düsseldorf taking between 20 minutes (ICE) and 50 minutes (S-Bahn and Regional Bahn)
Latitude: 51.224943; Longitude: 6.775652
What3Words: smooth.judge.broccoli

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Web Link


www.duesseldorf-tourismus.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Koblenz Koblenz No Data

Description


Named after its main feature the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine rivers, this is a picturesque town at the end of the Rhine gorge. The key attractions are the fortress which overlooks the city from high above the eastern bank of the Rhine, and the Deutsches Eck or German Corner, built at the point where the Mosel and the Rhine merge. For more Koblenz attractions please see the separate Koblenz trip from 2011

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Cologne to Koblenz, taking about 75 minutes. From the Hauptbahnhof its about a 10 minute walk to the centre of the old town, and a further 5 minutes or so to Deutscher Ecker (German Corner) where the two rivers merge
Latitude: 50.356696; Longitude: 7.599617
What3Words: silence.insurers.stressed

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Web Link


www.koblenz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Wuppertal Wuppertal No Data

Description


A creation of the 1920's from the merger of 6 towns along the length of the river Wupper, the town is famous for it's hanging railway, the only one operating as a regular form of transport in the world.

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Cologne to Wuppertal taking about 30 minutes.
Latitude: 51.255871; Longitude: 7.149985
What3Words: outsize.summer.insiders

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Web Link


www.wuppertal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (20/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Xanten Xanten No Data

Description


Xanten is home to one of the best preserved Roman forts in Germany

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Getting There

There are regular trains from Cologne to Duisburg taking about 45 minutes where you change onto the local, hourly, train that takes about another 50 minutes to get to Xanten, at the end of it's own branch line.
Latitude: 51.661106; Longitude: 6.449822
What3Words: respecting.stargazing.tokens

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Web Link


www.xanten.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (19/12/2006), and on time of last update (27/12/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bimmelbahn Bimmelbahn No Data

Description


Two land train tours that operate either as a circular trip or as one way journeys to their end points. Both tours originate in front of the cathedral with the Chocolate express heading through the old town before terminating at the Chocolate museum in the rhine harbour. The Zoo express heads out along the Rhine to the zoo and then returns via the old town.

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.9413186; Longitude: 6.9560858
What3Words: headline.cowboys.locked

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Web Link


bimmelbahn.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/06/2018), and on time of last update (29/06/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Tour: Blue Route City Tour: Blue Route No Data

Description


The blue route hop-on-hop-off tour runs on Saturdays only during the summer months and takes an extended tour round the industrial areas of Deutz as well as heading further south along the banks of the Rhein to the South Bridge before heading back through the old town. Tours take around 2 hours, including a 15 minute pause half way round back at the cathedral and run on an irregular basis (a tour sets off either north or south from the cathedral every 30 minutes, but this leads to an uneven service with the gap between buses at any one part of the route being either 30 or 90 minutes. The tour has a full multi-lingual commentary

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Charge, ticket covers both Red and Blue tours (when blue tour is running)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.94171; Longitude: 6.957108
What3Words: animal.trustees.instant

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Web Link


citytour.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2018), and on time of last update (29/06/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Tour: Red Route City Tour: Red Route No Data

Description


The red route hop-on-hop-off tour runs every day during the season and takes in the old town, Deutz and the area around the Zoo and Flora. Tours run every 30 minutes during high season, every hour at other times and take around 90 minutes to complete a full loop. The tour has a full multi-lingual commentary

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Charge, ticket covers both Red and Blue tours (when blue tour is running)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.941726; Longitude: 6.957328
What3Words: crowns.harsh.threaten

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Web Link


citytour.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/06/2018), and on time of last update (29/06/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Walls City Walls No Data

Description


The walls of Cologne were once enclosed the old town, with 12 towers and around 7Km of walls protecting the heart of the city. As the city expanded the walls were pulled down and very little survive today, though the parts that do are kept in good repair, in particular the 5 remaining towers, which have all found alternative uses, mostly as homes for the different carnival groups. You can easily follow the line of the walls as the ring road follows closely, more conveniently the 12 and 15 tram lines run along the same route and provide a quick and easy way of moving between the different sites.

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Free, charge to use public transport

Getting There


Latitude: 50.9253666; Longitude: 6.9505467
What3Words: dripped.drainage.broken

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/06/2018), and on time of last update (29/06/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Flora Flora No Data

Description


The city's botanical garden, locted opposite the zoo. The gardens have a variety of planting styles from the formal flower beds at the main entrance through the rockeries towards the rear of the site. At the time of visiting the impressive glasshouses were in the process of being renovated so were closed.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.9621874; Longitude: 6.9701982
What3Words: fame.reviewed.depended

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/06/2018), and on time of last update (29/06/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Panoramafahrt Köln Panoramafahrt Köln No Data

Description


A 60 minute cruise on the Rhine starting from the old town and travelling up stream under a number of the city's bridges and past the restored harbour area before turning and heading downstream past the Cathedral and Central Station. The tour continues to the Rhine Cable Car and then turns and returns upstream to the old town. A commentary in English and German is provided highlighting the key sights and giving some historical background on the city

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Getting There


Latitude: 50.938518; Longitude: 6.963368
What3Words: obstruction.huddle.pushy

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Web Link


www.k-d.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/06/2018), and on time of last update (29/06/2018) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aasee Aasee No Data

Description


Large lake located to the southwest of the city centre and during the summer a hot spot for water based activities, including ferries and rental boats.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.956874; Longitude: 7.617941
What3Words: bitters.beards.organs

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alter Zoo Alter Zoo No Data

Description


The site of the city's zoo before it moved to it's current location, a handful of the former structure, such as the owl enclosure, have been kept and you can look round how small the spaces used to be.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.961127; Longitude: 7.61171
What3Words: patting.army.parkway

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanischer Garten Botanischer Garten No Data

Description


The city's botanical gardens, part of the University. The gardens house a number of different zones including formal planting, rock garden, orangery and various glass houses.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.963668; Longitude: 7.610366
What3Words: maximum.heat.tinkle

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Web Link


www.uni-muenster.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Buddenturm Buddenturm No Data

Description


A former tower of the city walls, built around the 12th century. It's not open to look inside but is an impressive structure from the outside

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.966316; Longitude: 7.623104
What3Words: clock.twist.ponies

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Der Münsterbus Der Münsterbus No Data

Description


A 50 minute hop-on-hop-off tour of the main sights in the centre of the city on board a double-decker bus (in good weather the roof rolls back, but it is not a true open-top bus. A full commentary is provided in multiple languages

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.962197; Longitude: 7.624367
What3Words: wipes.pounce.bombard

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Web Link


www.muensterbus.ms
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Promenade Promenade No Data

Description


A 4.5Km route round the edge of the old town, on the site of the original walls of the city. In places it's pretty obvious that you're up on old fortifications. Today it's a pleasant linear park as well as the main cycle route round the city and links together several different sites

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.963937; Longitude: 7.634186
What3Words: safe.stage.fetches

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Lamberti St. Lamberti No Data

Description


One of the city's many Catholic churches. On the outside of the spire are three cages which were used to display the bodies of the leaders of the Münster Rebellion of 1537

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.962913; Longitude: 7.62878
What3Words: driveway.inform.dates

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Web Link


www.sanktlamberti.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St.-Paulus-Dom St.-Paulus-Dom No Data

Description


The city's cathedral, complete with an astronomical clock and a large cloister that you can wander around.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.96303; Longitude: 7.625674
What3Words: shining.pass.changing

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Web Link


www.paulusdom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtmuseum Stadtmuseum No Data

Description


Museum charting the history of the city from prehistoric times to the modern day. The exhibition runs chronologically from the earliest finds in the area of the city through to the modern day. Along the way regular models show the growth of and changes to the city as it's expanded to and then beyond the city walls.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.960617; Longitude: 7.633026
What3Words: cling.slogged.nature

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Web Link


www.stadt-muenster.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zwinger Zwinger No Data

Description


A former bulwark on the city walls that was used as a prison. During the final years of WWII it was used as a site of torture and execution by the Gestapo. Today the building is open during the summer months to explore

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.967604; Longitude: 7.631729
What3Words: exam.drew.outline

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/12/2024), and on time of last update (24/12/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aussichtspunkt über Elberfeld Aussichtspunkt über Elberfeld No Data

Description


One of the best viewpoints in the Hardt, from here you are looking down on the centre of Elberfeld, one of the towns that was merged together in 1929 to form the current city, the town hall tower as well as several church towers are clearly visible from here.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.260676; Longitude: 7.156169
What3Words: vanish.inherit.observer

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bismarckturm Bismarckturm No Data

Description


A large stone monument located at the top of the hill that includes the Botanical Gardens and the Hardt. Whilst you can't go inside or climb the tower from near the base there are good views down into town.

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No entry, free to look around the base

Getting There


Latitude: 51.262724; Longitude: 7.166042
What3Words: copies.publish.clothed

Photos


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Web Link


www.wuppertals-gruene-anlagen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanischer Garten Botanischer Garten No Data

Description


The city's botanical gardens, located at the top of a hill overlooking the city centre. The terraced paths lead down through different planting zones, accompanied by ponds.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.260269; Longitude: 7.160278
What3Words: costumes.shelved.probe

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Web Link


www.botanischer-garten-wuppertal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Botanischer Garten - Großes Glashaus Botanischer Garten - Großes Glashaus No Data

Description


The glasshouses of the botanical gardens. The largest of the houses can be walked through, where as the smaller two are small enough that walking around the outside gives you a full view of everything inside.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.261311; Longitude: 7.160959
What3Words: bracelet.lied.explores

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Web Link


www.botanischer-garten-wuppertal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Hardt-Anlagen Hardt-Anlagen No Data

Description


A large terraced park located just behind the botanical gardens, sloping down from the higher ground up by the Bismarckturm down towards the city centre. There are several viewpoints, an open air theatre, planting and even grill houses along the way.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.261074; Longitude: 7.158644
What3Words: stormed.artist.capacity

Photos


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Web Link


www.elisenhoehe.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

LEGO Brücke LEGO Brücke No Data

Description


One of the bridges on the Nordbahnterasse has been painted to make it look like it's made out of giant LEGO bricks

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.267564; Longitude: 7.160741
What3Words: unwind.decisive.online

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

LEGO Brücke 2.0 LEGO Brücke 2.0 No Data

Description


One of the bridges on the Schwarzbachtrasse has been painted to make it look like it's made out of giant LEGO bricks

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.280392; Longitude: 7.239051
What3Words: awaited.kneeled.response

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Bartholomäusviadukt Nordbahntrasse - Bartholomäusviadukt No Data

Description


One of three impressive viaducts on this part of the route, with views across the valley. It's also one of the few places from the route where you can also see the Schwebebahn

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.277907; Longitude: 7.210964
What3Words: trumpet.taken.hobby

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Belvedere Nordbahntrasse - Belvedere No Data

Description


A small park and viewing platform has been built high on the top of the cutting that the Nordbahn ran it at this point. From here there are good views over the valley, in particular over Oberbahmen

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.277278; Longitude: 7.213377
What3Words: villa.neater.ruins

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Dorp entrance Nordbahntrasse - Dorp entrance No Data

Description


A former railway line running on a terrace above the valley to the North of the city. The line closed in 1991 and has since been converted into a walking and cycling trail - taking advantage of the flatness of the railway line. All of the tunnels along the line have been internally lit and a wide pedestrian and separate cycle path is provided. Some of the infrastructure of the stations have also survived. This entrance is at the start of the most interesting section with several tunnels and viaducts. Its about 8.4Km from Dorp to the end of this section at Wichlinghauser station, where the Schwarzbachtrasse starts that takes you back down towards Oberbarmen

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.260242; Longitude: 7.111877
What3Words: reach.locating.bowls

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Kuhler Viadukt Nordbahntrasse - Kuhler Viadukt No Data

Description


One of three impressive viaducts on this part of the route, with views across the valley. It's also one of the few places from the route where you can also see the Schwebebahn

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.272679; Longitude: 7.19383
What3Words: tender.batches.petal

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Loh Station Nordbahntrasse - Loh Station No Data

Description


One of the best preserved stations on the Nordbahntrasse which includes the original platforms, canopies and even the station clock - which is still working. The Departures sheet displays useful information on sights to see along the line, styled to look like the departures sheets that you see at every German station.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.26943; Longitude: 7.174922
What3Words: hints.trouser.fracture

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Wichlinghausen station Nordbahntrasse - Wichlinghausen station No Data

Description


A former railway line running on a terrace above the valley to the North of the city. The line closed in 1991 and has since been converted into a walking and cycling trail - taking advantage of the flatness of the railway line. All of the tunnels along the line have been internally lit and a wide pedestrian and separate cycle path is provided. Some of the infrastructure of the stations have also survived. This entrance is at the start of the most interesting section with several tunnels and viaducts. Its about 8.4Km from Wichlinghauser station to Dorp station at the end of this section from Dorp station steps take you back up onto the road from where there are buses back down into Wuppertal. A lot of the station infrastructure here has been preserved including both of the platforms, the canopies and some of the signals

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.278851; Longitude: 7.222279
What3Words: changing.november.declares

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nordbahntrasse - Wichlinghauser Viadukt Nordbahntrasse - Wichlinghauser Viadukt No Data

Description


One of three impressive viaducts on this part of the route, with views across the valley. It's also one of the few places from the route where you can also see the Schwebebahn. There is a path off of the Nordbahntrasse at this point that lets you step away from the route and take in a decent view of the viaduct itself.

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.277835; Longitude: 7.218204
What3Words: divider.flags.roses

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schwarzbachtrasse Schwarzbachtrasse No Data

Description


Another former railway line that has been converted into a path. In this case the line snakes its way up the hill from the mainline, the very end of the route is still an active railway, so after about 2Km the path moves into a park and then drops you out onto residential roads.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.278769; Longitude: 7.223398
What3Words: vaccines.frost.gosh

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schwarzbachtrasse - Schwarzbach Viadukt Schwarzbachtrasse - Schwarzbach Viadukt No Data

Description


One of two impressive structures on the line. The viaduct offers good views over Oberbahmen

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.277588; Longitude: 7.22463
What3Words: request.able.steadily

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schwarzbachtrasse - Wichlinghauser Tunnel Schwarzbachtrasse - Wichlinghauser Tunnel No Data

Description


One of two impressive structures on the line. The tunnel curves through the cliffs, helping to taking the line in a 180 degree turn back on itself as it snakes its way up the hill.

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Getting There


Latitude: 51.280058; Longitude: 7.233261
What3Words: whistle.ally.muddy

Photos


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Web Link


nordbahntrasse.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schwebebahn Schwebebahn No Data

Description


The symbol of the city, hanging high above the Wupper River the Schwebebahn is the city's unique solution to rapid transit in a steeply sided valley. The cars of this train run on steel wheels on steel rails, but rather than having the rails on the ground, the wheels on top and the carriage on top of that instead the wheels run on a rail on top of the continuous viaduct, with the carriages hanging below the wheels. It's a novel solution to the problem of getting lots of people along a very long but very thin city, making use of the unused space above the river that the city takes it's name from. You can even sit at the back of the cars for views out the back of the train.

Charge


Charge, included in local transport tariff tickets

Getting There


Latitude: 51.255928; Longitude: 7.148459
What3Words: managers.noon.stormy

Photos


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Web Link


schwebebahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Visiodrom Visiodrom No Data

Description


This large gasometer was built in the 1950s to service the town, but was out of use by the early 1980s. Due to it's importance on the skyline it became listed as a monument so a new use had to be found for it. It now houses Europe's largest cinema screen, which shows special films that have been put together for the site - at the time of visiting it was on Leonardo Da Vinci - the ground floor exhibition space accompanies whatever is showing on the big screen. You can also take the lift right up to the top of the gasometer and walk around a viewing platform on the roof for views down the valley.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.271899; Longitude: 7.225631
What3Words: spider.archives.fried

Photos


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Web Link


visiodrom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Von der Heydt-Museum Von der Heydt-Museum No Data

Description


Originally the Elberfeld city gallery the museum was promoted to that of the city museum with the founding of Wuppertal, and has subsequently been named after the banking family that input a lot of money into the institution. The gallery has a large collection of works on display, in particular the museum was the first in the world to purchase a work by Picasso and they've added more in the subsequent years, along with works by his contemporary Max Beckmann. Both were considered degenerate by the Nazis who seized a lot of the museums works and they now proudly use that as a badge of honour.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.257371; Longitude: 7.146666
What3Words: pots.disband.gossip

Photos


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Web Link


von-der-heydt-museum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (23/09/2023), and on time of last update (26/09/2023) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aldstadt Express Aldstadt Express No Data

Description


The land train leaves from outside St Kastor Basilica and runs around most parts of the old town on a 30 or so minute tour. Commentary is provided in both German and English

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.362608; Longitude: 7.603376
What3Words: again.graduated.legwork

Photos


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Web Link


www.altstadtexpress.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Basilika St. Kastor Basilika St. Kastor No Data

Description


The oldest church in the city, tracing its roots back to the 9th century. The church was upgraded to a Basilica in 1991.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.362259; Longitude: 7.604299
What3Words: game.mindset.edit

Photos


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Web Link


www.sankt-kastor-koblenz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cable Car Cable Car No Data

Description


The cable car links the area immediately behind the Deutsches Eck with the Ehrenbreistesein Fortress on the opposite bank of the river.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.361828; Longitude: 7.604921
What3Words: means.websites.progress

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Deutsches Eck Deutsches Eck No Data

Description


The point where the Mosel and Rhine rivers meet. From here there are good views up both rivers

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.364963; Longitude: 7.606487
What3Words: debt.owes.hood

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ehresnbreitstein Fortress Ehresnbreitstein Fortress No Data

Description


Overlooking the city from the opposite bank of the Rhine, the fortress was undefeated until Napoleon turned up. It was rebuilt by the Prussians into its current form and heavily refurbished prior to the German Horticultural show taking over the site in 2011.

Charge


Free to look around the site.

Getting There


Latitude: 50.364655; Longitude: 7.613869
What3Words: blesses.hesitate.curtail

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Ehresnbreitstein Museums Ehresnbreitstein Museums No Data

Description


Several small exhibitions dotted around the site that tell the history of both the fort and the region. Evidence of settlement on the site goes back over 3,000 years and there is a strong display on the Archaeology of the site

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.364381; Longitude: 7.615542
What3Words: nitrogen.blesses.assorted

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal Kaiser-Wilhelm-Denkmal No Data

Description


Overlooking the Deutsches Eck the statue to the Kaiser offers a good position to view the rivers from. You can climb up inside the monument to the base of the actual statue.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.364141; Longitude: 7.60564
What3Words: likewise.pocket.rotation

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kurfüstliches Schloß Kurfüstliches Schloß No Data

Description


At the time of visiting the former Electors Palace was hosting the bi-annual German Horticultural show, following this the site is to be opened up to the public generally with exhibitions

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.35561; Longitude: 7.60226
What3Words: batches.fairway.blanks

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Liebfrauenkirche Liebfrauenkirche No Data

Description


Located in the centre of town this pretty church has some stunning stained glass

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.360774; Longitude: 7.595968
What3Words: vote.archives.bunk

Photos


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Web Link


www.liebfrauen-koblenz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Rhine Cruise Rhine Cruise No Data

Description


There are several companies offering a number of different cruises, either one way, return or round trip taking in either just the Rhine or also the Mosel. The one I went on sailed up stream to Stolzenfles where there is a stunning castle

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.362831; Longitude: 7.606096
What3Words: boots.tallest.chill

Photos


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Web Link


www.hoelzenbein.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Boppard: Chair Lift Boppard: Chair Lift No Data

Description


The Chairlift takes off over vineyards and then climbs to one of the highest points around, from where there are stunning views over the Rhine. One view point offers views of the sweep of the river, another, through a trick of the topography, makes it look like there are four unconnected lakes, rather than one of the most important rivers in Europe.

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Charge

Getting There

From Boppard Hauptbahnhof walk back along the main road following the railway for about 800m. The base station is on the other side of the railway tracks using the road bridge.
Latitude: 50.235423; Longitude: 7.575974
What3Words: strums.pick.obesity

Photos


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Web Link


www.sesselbahn-boppard.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stolzenfels: Schloß Stolzenfels Stolzenfels: Schloß Stolzenfels No Data

Description


A stunning, rebuilt castle which overlooks the River Rhine. You can walk around most of the rooms inside and from the grounds take in the views

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.303294; Longitude: 7.592475
What3Words: normal.rate.ignites

Photos


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Web Link


stolzenfels.gdke.webseiten.cc
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Boppard Boppard No Data

Description


Located on a major bend the Rhine, the town has stunning views of the river, and from the hills above stunning views over the region

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Getting There

There are hourly local trains to Boppard taking around 15 minutes. On weekdays there are additional hourly Regional Express trains, though these also take 15 minutes
Latitude: 50.231971; Longitude: 7.589664
What3Words: usages.donates.depended

Photos


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Web Link


www.boppard-tourismus.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stolzenfels Stolzenfels No Data

Description


Located on the banks of the Rhine and overlooked by it's magnificent castle.

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Getting There

There are semi-regular sailings by various companies from the landing stages near Deutsches Eck to Stolzenfels, alternatively the 650 bus (half hourly during the week, hourly at weekends) gets you there in about 15 minutes.
Latitude: 50.304743; Longitude: 7.593049
What3Words: race.think.obeyed

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral Cathedral No Data

Description


For a building that’s over 1000 years old, it's in incredibly good repair (the fact that large parts of it are covered in scaffolding would attest to regular repair works). Inside the cathedral is quite plain

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.998878; Longitude: 8.273553
What3Words: piston.tapers.gross

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-mainz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Gutenberg Express Gutenberg Express No Data

Description


A land train tour in German, English and French that takes in the key points across the city. It operates to a timetable from various stops, but you can't hop on and off (without paying again!). Starting stop is in Gutenbergplatz

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.999298; Longitude: 8.271729
What3Words: revived.included.mashing

Photos


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Web Link


www.gutenberg-express.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (27/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Gutenberg Museum Gutenberg Museum No Data

Description


Mainz was the home of the inventor of movable type, possibly one of the most important inventions of the last millennium. The museum tells the story of Gutenberg along with the history of book publishing from before the days of movable type.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.99983; Longitude: 8.275441
What3Words: gender.outsiders.withdrew

Photos


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Web Link


www.gutenberg-museum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Isis and Mater Magna Shrine Isis and Mater Magna Shrine No Data

Description


Located in the basement of a shopping centre, the ruins of this temple were discovered when the centre was being built. Today they have been preserved as part of the basement.

Charge


Free (Suggested Donation)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.001002; Longitude: 8.267952
What3Words: wheels.hovered.wishes

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Landesmuseum Landesmuseum No Data

Description


The state museum for this part of the country. It houses a large number of works of art along with some local history items

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.003547; Longitude: 8.269025
What3Words: siblings.clouds.farmland

Photos


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Web Link


www.landesmuseum-mainz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Römische Theater (Roman Theatre) Römische Theater (Roman Theatre) No Data

Description


The ruins of a roman theatre which have been discovered next to the railway line. Large parts are still intact, though at the time of visiting it was still being uncovered so there was no access to the site

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.993126; Longitude: 8.277973
What3Words: scam.flipper.someone

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Römish-Germanisch Zentralmuseum (Romanic-Germanic Central Museum) Römish-Germanisch Zentralmuseum (Romanic-Germanic Central Museum) No Data

Description


The central museum for Roman and early Germanic history. It charts the history of the Romans and the subsequent tribes in the Mainz area, including many artefacts dug up when parts of the town have been built on.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.006829; Longitude: 8.270473
What3Words: coveted.same.bless

Photos


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Web Link


www.rgzm.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Christoph Church St Christoph Church No Data

Description


The church was where Gutenberg was baptised. It was destroyed by Allied bombing in the second world war and has been left as a shell as a monument to those who died.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.001919; Longitude: 8.272115
What3Words: airless.parties.waxer

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St Stephen's St Stephen's No Data

Description


The church is best known for it's Blue Chagall windows which draw tourists in their thousands. Inside it's quite eerie with this strange blue light everywhere. The church also have a very pleasant cloister that you can wander round.

Charge


Free (Suggested Donation)

Getting There


Latitude: 49.995726; Longitude: 8.268971
What3Words: beyond.shams.fight

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-stephan-mainz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (28/07/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Amphitheatre Amphitheatre No Data

Description


The oldest of the Roman sights in the city. Whilst much of it is overgrown, it is still very easy to imagine what the site would have looked like. There is access to one of the entranceways which is still standing, and into the space beneath the arena floor.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Roman sites available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.748079; Longitude: 6.649057
What3Words: jumbled.engage.songs

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Barbarathermen (Barbara Baths) Barbarathermen (Barbara Baths) No Data

Description


At the time of visiting the site was in the process of being conserved, so access was limited. From the viewing platform it is easy to see the layout of the baths with the bases of most of the walls still intact

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.750135; Longitude: 6.629981
What3Words: ribs.wiggles.spider

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Basilica Basilica No Data

Description


Originally built as a administrative and throne hall for emperor Constantine, the building is massive by modern standard to have no internal support, for something that's been standing for nearly 2,000 years its absolutely incredible. The ceiling is around 100 feet above floor level and is supported solely by the external walls. Today the Basilica makes for a very large church

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.753497; Longitude: 6.64358
What3Words: suitcase.milder.twilight

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Sightseeing City Sightseeing No Data

Description


Half hourly sightseeing tour that takes in all the major sites that are accessible to road traffic. Particularly convenient for reaching the Amphitheatre

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.759014; Longitude: 6.64307
What3Words: skewed.imparts.complain

Photos


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Web Link


www.city-sightseeing.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


From the outside the Cathedral is a massive structure, however inside it feels much smaller, part of this is the large cloister that helps to make the overall look of the building larger.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.756273; Longitude: 6.64358
What3Words: version.breezy.poetic

Photos


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Web Link


www.dominformation.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kaiserthermen (Imperial Baths) Kaiserthermen (Imperial Baths) No Data

Description


Some of the largest pieces or Roman remains in the city. The curved walls of the hot bath room stand out as almost intact after nearly 2000 years. Large parts of the underground sections of the complex are also still standing

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Roman sites available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.749546; Longitude: 6.642855
What3Words: flank.cried.giggles

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Landesmuseum Landesmuseum No Data

Description


The museum houses most of the Roman finds that have been made in the city and surrounding area, and there are lots of them. It includes some impressive memorial statues and an exceptionally impressive reconstruction of what Roman Trier would have looked like.

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Roman sites available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.751341; Longitude: 6.644223
What3Words: clashes.paused.warrior

Photos


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Web Link


www.landesmuseum-trier.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mosel Cruise Mosel Cruise No Data

Description


Two different tours are offered, one that goes downstream for a short while taking in the countryside, and one that goes upstream running under a few of the city's bridges. You can also go on a longer tour that combines both.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.764458; Longitude: 6.63365
What3Words: says.assure.binder

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Porta Nigra Porta Nigra No Data

Description


The Roman gateway into the city, nearly 2,000 years old and still standing firm. For several hundred years the gate was converted into a church, but it has now been restored to how it would have originally looked. From the top there are good views over the city centre

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Roman sites available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.759662; Longitude: 6.643885
What3Words: actual.classic.expand

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Römer Express Römer Express No Data

Description


This land train tour starts from just behind the Porta Nigra and runs round the edge of the old town, going into the Cathedral square and past most of the (non-pedestrianized) main sights. Commentary is provided in German, Dutch and English

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.759146; Longitude: 6.643574
What3Words: like.whites.resolved

Photos


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Web Link


www.roemer-express.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtmuseum Simeonstift Stadtmuseum Simeonstift No Data

Description


The museum tells the history of the city from the earliest settlers through to modern times.

Charge


Charge, Discount with Roman sites ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 49.759818; Longitude: 6.643558
What3Words: symphony.last.strength

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-trier.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (04/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Thermen am Viehmarkt Thermen am Viehmarkt No Data

Description


Discovered in the late 1990's when a car park was being constructed the baths have been preserved below ground level and are visible through a large glass box that sits over the top of them, but it is worth paying the entrance fee to go down in amongst the remains

Charge


Charge, Joint ticket with other Roman sites available

Getting There


Latitude: 49.752755; Longitude: 6.63763
What3Words: outreach.strut.fortunate

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (03/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cochem: Castle Cochem: Castle No Data

Description


Siting above the town centre the castle makes for an impressive site. Whilst it looks like a medieval castle, it is in fact at 19th century rebuild. Today the castle can be visited only on a guided tour (frequent, in German but with English information sheet)

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.142242; Longitude: 7.167109
What3Words: conspired.amply.booklet

Photos


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Web Link


www.burg-cochem.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cochem: Chair Lift Cochem: Chair Lift No Data

Description


Rising above the town centre the chair lift takes you to a viewing platform (and customary café) above the town centre from where you can take in the stunning views

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.148705; Longitude: 7.161305
What3Words: groundwork.recurrent.tearing

Photos


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Web Link


www.cochemer-sesselbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cochem Cochem No Data

Description


Located on a pretty bend in the River Mosel, Cochem is a picturesque "traditional" Mosel town, which means it can suffer from excessive numbers of tourists. The castle and the hills around offer stunning views over this part of the valley.

Charge




Getting There

From Trier there are hourly regional bahn trains taking one hour, Regional Expresses and InterCity trains alternate to bring the frequency up to half hourly (though no evenly spaced). RE and IC trains take just over 45 minutes to make the journey.)
Latitude: 50.145508; Longitude: 7.165908
What3Words: contentious.octagon.whimper

Photos


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Web Link


www.cochem-tourist.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (02/08/2011), and on time of last update (27/08/2011) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Aquarium Aquarium No Data

Description


Small aquarium housed in the university showing a number of species both local to the seas around Kiel and more exotic. Outside are a couple of harbour seals in a pool

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.3299686; Longitude: 10.1488761
What3Words: elevated.will.forms

Photos


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Web Link


aquarium-geomar.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sankt Nikolai Kirche Sankt Nikolai Kirche No Data

Description


The oldest building still standing in Kiel. Inside the church contains some beautiful modern stained glass

Charge


Free, Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 54.3228721; Longitude: 10.1398833
What3Words: coughed.thanks.mops

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-nikolai-kiel.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (11/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schifffahrtsmuseum Schifffahrtsmuseum No Data

Description


This maritime museum tells the connected history of Kiel and the sea from fishing and the canal to modern ship building. The museum is housed in the former Fish market hall which is a spectacular building in itself

Charge


Charge, day ticket gives access to the Stadtmuseum, Stadtgalerie and the Schifffahrtsmuseum

Getting There


Latitude: 54.322841; Longitude: 10.1437601
What3Words: fats.eagles.coasted

Photos


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Web Link


www.schifffahrtsmuseum-kiel.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtmuseum Stadtmuseum No Data

Description


Located in the Warleberger Hof the museum houses a collection related to the history of Kiel, along with temporary exhibition spaces

Charge


Charge, day ticket gives access to the Stadtmuseum, Stadtgalerie and the Schifffahrtsmuseum

Getting There


Latitude: 54.3243353; Longitude: 10.1411855
What3Words: timing.button.trooper

Photos


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Web Link


www.kiel-museum.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zoologisches Museum Zoologisches Museum No Data

Description


Museum housing a large number of specimens, with a particular focus on the skeletons (making up a large number of the exhibits)

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.3281759; Longitude: 10.1444032
What3Words: rugs.quantity.replied

Photos


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Web Link


www.zoologisches-museum.uni-kiel.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Husum: NordseeMuseum Husum: NordseeMuseum No Data

Description


Similar to the Schiffhartsmuseum this houses a collection of maritime related artefacts both about the town and the wider area

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.4752738; Longitude: 9.0560674
What3Words: model.events.tingled

Photos


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Web Link


www.museumsverbund-nordfriesland.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Husum: Schiffahrtsmuseum Nordfriesland Husum: Schiffahrtsmuseum Nordfriesland No Data

Description


Museum dedicated to the maritime traditions and history of the area and the North Friesland Islands, includes examples of vessels used in the islands along with the 400 year old wreck of an old trading ship found near Husum in the silt of the estuary.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.475286; Longitude: 9.051166
What3Words: smug.tagging.join

Photos


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Web Link


www.schiffahrtsmuseum-nf.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kiel-Husum Train ride Kiel-Husum Train ride No Data

Description


The train ride from Kiel to Husum is spectacular stretching as it does from the Baltic to the North sea at about the thinnest part of Germany. Along the way the train crosses the Kiel canal over a spectacular iron bridge that then requires another spectacular piece of engineering - the Rendsburger Schleife (Rendsburg Loop) - that loops round a large part of the town to drop the railway line down from the 42m high bridge to the station at canal level, at the end of the bridge you can see the tracks of the loop crossing back underneath.

Charge


Cost of the rail ticket

Getting There

RE (Regional Express) trains run hourly from Kiel to Husum via Rendsburg. Additional hourly RB trains calling at all stations run from Kiel to Rendsburg - both taking in the loop.
Latitude: 54.2970245; Longitude: 9.6808672
What3Words: panther.galaxies.foal

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Husum Husum No Data

Description


Located on the North Sea coast of Germany, the town only came about following significant flooding around 400 years ago which altered the course of the coast and turned Husum into a port. It's now a major jumping off point for the North Friesland Islands and home to a couple of good museums dedicated to the sea

Charge




Getting There

There are hourly trains from Kiel taking around 85 minutes to make the journey to Husum. The station is a short, and well signposted, walk from the town centre
Latitude: 54.4770157; Longitude: 9.0516635
What3Words: suddenly.noises.today

Photos


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Web Link


www.husum-tourismus.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/11/2016), and on time of last update (20/11/2016) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

City Sightseeing: Kiel City Sightseeing: Kiel No Data

Description


The standard hop-on-hop-off, open-top bus tour. Starting from the station the tour runs around the coastal edge of the city before heading north up to the Kiel Canal. It then heads back to the city centre taking in as much of the old town as is possible, considering how pedestrianised the centre of Kiel is. A pre-recorded multi-lingual commentary is available along the way.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 54.3147955; Longitude: 10.1330745
What3Words: period.yards.hinted

Photos


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Web Link


www.city-sightseeing.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (26/05/2024), and on time of last update (11/06/2024) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cathedral Cathedral No Data

Description


One of the main casualties of the bombing raids in 1942. The Cathedral was raised to the ground 1942 but has been completely rebuilt, and contains a small photographic exhibition on the bombing, the fire (started by the bombing) that caused most damage, it's ruins and rebuilding

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.860892; Longitude: 10.68532
What3Words: assume.visitors.chins

Photos


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Web Link


www.domzuluebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Holstentor Holstentor No Data

Description


The original entrance to the city. So famous is it that it used to grace the DM50 bill. This now contains a museum charting the history of the city and it's importance in European history.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.866264; Longitude: 10.67958
What3Words: empty.cycle.gagging

Photos


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Web Link


www.museum-holstentor.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Marienkirche Marienkirche No Data

Description


The traders of Lübeck decided in the 13th century that it was time for a game of one-up-man-ship against the church and local bishops. They decided to built their own church, in a similar style to the town hall, to be even bigger and more impressive than the cathedral. They succeeded. The building was almost totally destroyed on 29/03/1942 in bombing raids, it has been rebuilt, but with a reminder of what happened. At the base of one of the towers the shattered remains of the bells have been left, exactly where they fell.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.867782; Longitude: 10.685009
What3Words: sheep.busy.layered

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-marien-luebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Petrikirche Petrikirche No Data

Description


Almost destroyed during the bombing it has been rebuilt, but is no longer used as a church. Instead it is used as an exhibition space, and as a viewing tower. A lift glides you up to the top of the tower for fantastic views over the whole of the city, and the only real way to get the full view of the Market square, Rathaus and the sheer size of the Marienkirche

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.865878; Longitude: 10.682949
What3Words: reunion.helpless.wipe

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-petri-luebeck.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

River and Canal Cruise River and Canal Cruise No Data

Description


Several ships cruise around the rivers and canals of Lübeck giving guided tours.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.865315; Longitude: 10.680857
What3Words: songs.chase.sublime

Photos


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Web Link


www.quandt-linie.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (24/05/2005), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lüneburg: Sankt Johanniskirche Lüneburg: Sankt Johanniskirche No Data

Description


It's very difficult to miss St Johns Church as it's spire dominates the whole of the city. Inside the church is a fine example of a Gothic church with wide aisles and ornate stained glass

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.247891; Longitude: 10.412885
What3Words: passport.retain.cliff

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-johanniskirche.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lüneburg: Sankt Nicolai Lüneburg: Sankt Nicolai No Data

Description


Originally built in the 15th Century, the church stands in a network of small lanes. Inside the church is light and airy

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 53.251749; Longitude: 10.410109
What3Words: forever.powder.dollars

Photos


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Web Link


www.st-nicolai.eu
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lüneburg: Wasserturm Lüneburg: Wasserturm No Data

Description


The towns former water tower has been converted into a museum and viewing platform. You take the lift to the top of the building to take in the stunning views of the city from the roof of the tower, and then walk back down through the tower, including the massive metal bowl that held the water supply which has been turned into part of the attraction.

Charge


Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 53.24685; Longitude: 10.412885
What3Words: knots.think.sampled

Photos


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Web Link


www.wasserturm.net
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Flensburg Flensburg No Data

Description


Located close to the Danish border this port town has a distinct Danish feel to it, with the architecture, in places, looking more Danish than German. The harbour area has several museums and stunning views. What is missing from all the tourist information is that this town has an unpleasant claim to fame. As the headquarters of Admiral Dönitz, who succeeded Hitler after his suicide, Flensburg officially became the last place in Germany to still be holding out against the Allies at the very end of the war. Unsurprisingly there is no obvious mention of this anywhere in the town.

Charge




Getting There

From Lübeck you need to catch either the train to Kiel (every 30 minutes 70-90 minutes) and change there for the train to Flensburg (every hour, 55 minutes). Alternatively you can catch the train to Hamburg (every hour, 45 minutes) and change there for the train to Flensburg (every two hours, 90 minutes)
Latitude: 54.782882; Longitude: 9.436162
What3Words: historic.caveman.lump

Photos


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Web Link


www.flensburg-tourismus.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Kruså Kruså No Data

Description


The border town just inside Denmark, There isn't much to the town, but it gives you the opportunity to walk over an international border

Charge




Getting There

See Flensburg for details of getting there. From outside the station at Flensburg the number 1 bus runs every 20 minutes to the bus terminal just over the border in Denmark taking around 25 minutes to make the journey.
Latitude: 54.841629; Longitude: 9.40243
What3Words: outwardly.midrange.peered

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Lüneburg Lüneburg No Data

Description


The town became very wealthy on the back on the salt trade, which much of the "white gold" mined from underneath the town, consequently many of the buildings are at interesting angles due to subsidence. The town became so wealthy that it became part of the Hansiatic league and from this period many stunning buildings have survived.

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Getting There

From Lübeck there are hourly trains to Lüneburg which take around 70 minutes to complete the journey
Latitude: 53.250259; Longitude: 10.408237
What3Words: trading.noises.ponies

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (14/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Neustadt Neustadt No Data

Description


Located almost across the large sweeping Lübeck bay from Travemünde this quiet town has stunning beaches and views out into the Baltic.

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Getting There

There are hourly trains from Lübeck to Neustadt (Holtz.) which take around 40 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 54.107741; Longitude: 10.814576
What3Words: superstars.resigned.regretfully

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Web Link


www.neustadt-holstein.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (15/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schleswig Schleswig No Data

Description


The town that gives part of it's name to the region. Schleswig sits at the end of a massive fjord that stretches out into the Baltic. The massive Cathedral overlooks the edge of the Fjord with lots of pretty buildings around it.

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Getting There

From Lübeck you need to catch either the train to Kiel (every 30 minutes 70-90 minutes) and change there for the train to Schleswig (every hour, 40 minutes). Alternatively you can catch the train to Hamburg (every hour, 45 minutes) and change there for the train to Schleswig (every two hours, 70 minutes). The station in Schleswig is about 3.5Km from the centre of town, so it's either a long and uninteresting walk, or you can catch the half-hourly bus that goes down into town.
Latitude: 54.513708; Longitude: 9.569006
What3Words: reform.holidays.intro

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (13/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Travemünde Travemünde No Data

Description


The area was purchased by the city of Lübeck in the 14th century to ensure they had a port on the Baltic coast. Today it's a pleasant seaside resort with miles of sandy beaches and a pretty town centre.

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Getting There

There are hourly trains from Lübeck to Travemünde, taking around 20 minutes, alternatively there are buses every 15-30 minutes, taking around 40 minutes to complete the journey. The buses stop outside the Strandbahnhof (beach train station) which is the end of the railway line, and the best placed of the stations in Travemünde to access the town centre and beaches.
Latitude: 53.958964; Longitude: 10.874104
What3Words: taunted.surges.abbeys

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Web Link


www.luebeck-tourism.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (12/04/2012), and on time of last update (22/04/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alte Brücke Alte Brücke No Data

Description


The Old Bridge is the only surviving pre-war bridge across the river in the centre of town and is now traffic free. It provides an excellent place to view the river and the walls of the castle (if you ignore the massive highway running under part of it)

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.231524; Longitude: 6.993303
What3Words: pursuit.monks.picture

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Historisches Museum Saar Historisches Museum Saar No Data

Description


From the outside this looks like a small museum, with just a long thin building next to the castle. Don't be deceived by outward appearances. The museum itself is mostly housed underground, including large parts of the remains of the original castle. The museum charts this history of Saarbrücken and Saarland, and in particular it's very interesting 20th century history when it kept changing hands from the German Empire to League of Nations protectorate to part of Nazi Germany to it's own independent state before finally re-joining West Germany in the late 1950s.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.229937; Longitude: 6.99166
What3Words: tropic.birds.reddish

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Web Link


www.historisches-museum.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (18/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte No Data

Description


The museum for pre- and Early history. This small museum has a number of artefacts that have been discovered around the region, with many coming from the Roman era.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 49.230884; Longitude: 6.991291
What3Words: layered.anyway.improves

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Web Link


www.kulturbesitz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Saarlandmuseum, Alte Sammlung Saarlandmuseum, Alte Sammlung No Data

Description


Located on the floors above the Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte this gallery houses a number of older paintings from the museums collection, as well as an exhibition space for temporary exhibits.

Charge


Included in ticket for Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte

Getting There


Latitude: 49.230867; Longitude: 6.991388
What3Words: sailed.pound.totally

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Web Link


www.kulturbesitz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßkirche Schloßkirche No Data

Description


Connected to the Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte this former royal church houses a selection of sculptures and pieces of building from the museums collection.

Charge


Included in ticket for Museum für Vor- und Frühgeschichte

Getting There


Latitude: 49.231043; Longitude: 6.991575
What3Words: medium.ramming.stealing

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Web Link


www.kulturbesitz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Schloßplatz Schloßplatz No Data

Description


Whilst the castle itself isn't really a castle - more a glorified palace come conference centre - parts of the former castle are still visible with the defensive walls, from where there are excellent views over the river and the old bridge

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.230898; Longitude: 6.992502
What3Words: deflate.batches.latches

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Web Link


www.kulturbesitz.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mettlach: Alter Turm Mettlach: Alter Turm No Data

Description


Located in the grounds of the Villeroy & Boch museum this is all that remains of a former chapel that used to sit on the site. At normal times you can go inside the ground floor of the tower, but at the time of visiting the site was closed up due to the Covid-19 pandemic

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 49.493281; Longitude: 6.593899
What3Words: keenness.sharpness.average

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mettlach: Baumwipfelpfad Mettlach: Baumwipfelpfad No Data

Description


Literally Treetop Walk, this is a 1.2KM pathway that leads up into the treetops before the slow ramp up a six layer tower high on the hill above the centre point of the Saarschleife. From the top level the views of the Saar Bend are spectacular, and probably the best you're going to get as you are so much higher than any of the surrounding trees or vegetation. The slope is always very gentle - to the point that it's easily accessible even to people with walkers or wheelchairs.

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Charge

Getting There

From Mettlach station the 250 bus runs every hour Monday to Friday (there are also a handful of services on summer weekends) to Orscholz, get off at the stop for Orscholz Cloef. Journey time is about 10 minutes from Mettlach station. At the time of visiting the bus leaves a couple of minutes before the RB train from Saarbrücken arrives, so you need to make sure you catch the RE train, for which there is about 20 minutes to make the connection.
Latitude: 49.502003; Longitude: 6.540221
What3Words: frequencies.soonest.bumble

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Web Link


www.baumwipfelpfade.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mettlach: Saarschleife Mettlach: Saarschleife No Data

Description


The Saarschleife is a large loop of the river that has cut through the mountains to create a spectacular landscape. Its best experienced from high above with several viewing platforms located on the hills above the bend, along with the Baumwipfelpfad

Charge


Free

Getting There

From Mettlach you need to walk East along the Northern bank of the river for about 5KM before you reach the bend. At the centre point of the bend a path leads steeply up the side of the cliffs to the viewpoints higher up. The climb to the top viewing point takes about another 30 minutes. Alternatively see the instructions for getting to the Baumwipfelpfad from where its a short walk downhill to the viewpoints
Latitude: 49.501696; Longitude: 6.54463
What3Words: depends.shavers.sulkily

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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Völklingen: Völklinger Hütte Völklingen: Völklinger Hütte No Data

Description


The Ironworks in Völklingen were opened in the 19th Century and carried on working up until 1986. After the site closed it was decided that it was an important part of the history of region, with Saarland's industry being key to its development and attempts were made to retain as much of the site as possible. This ended up with the site being turned into a visitor attraction and in 1994 being added to UNESCO's World Heritage List. Today you can access a large part of the site and follow the process of turning the raw ingredients into the finished Iron. If you've got a head for heights you can even climb up to the top of the blast furnaces 45m above ground level.

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Charge

Getting There

From Saarbrücken there is an hourly Regional Express (RE) train and an hourly Regional Bahn (RB) train that runs to the station in Völklingen. Journey time is 10 minutes on the Express, about 15 on the RB. From the station its a short walk down the road and under the railway bridge to the entrance to the works.
Latitude: 49.248603; Longitude: 6.844731
What3Words: moods.livers.overhanging

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Web Link


www.voelklinger-huette.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Mettlach Mettlach No Data

Description


Located on the River Saar some 40KM North of Saarbrücken this small town has the distinction of being the headquarters of Ceramics firm Villeroy & Boch and well as being the closest location to the stunning Saarschleife.

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Getting There

From Saarbrücken there is an hourly Regional Express (RE) train that runs from Mannheim to Koblenz. The train takes about 35 minutes to make the journey. There is also an hourly (although it leaves Saarbrücken only 15 minutes after the RE) Regional Bahn (RB) train that Homburg to Trier stopping at every station. This train takes about 45 minutes to make the journey.
Latitude: 49.492721; Longitude: 6.59127
What3Words: sings.canals.incomer

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Web Link


www.tourist-info.mettlach.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (16/10/2020), and on time of last update (18/10/2020) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Frauenkirche Frauenkirche No Data

Description


The symbol of the rebuilt Dresden. The Frauenkirche was left in ruins throughout the life of the DDR to serve as a reminder of capitalist aggression, rebuilding started in 1992 and was completed, several months early, in the middle of 2005. Today the church is the focal point of many events taking place in the city and, consequently, is only open for a few hours a day for people to look round. However, the dome of the church is open for most of the day and the views from the top are stunning

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Charge to climb the dome, Donations expected to enter church

Getting There


Latitude: 51.051876; Longitude: 13.741525
What3Words: taped.atoms.info

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Web Link


www.frauenkirche-dresden.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/02/2006), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Funicular railways Funicular railways No Data

Description


On the outskirts of the city is the Blue Wonder bridge. From here two funicular railways lead up into the hills above. One is the conventional type, the other hangs from a rail above! At the top of the Schwebebahn (the hanging one), you can visit the machine room where you are shown (in German) the machinery in action, as well as some background history. From the top of the station, there are spectacular views over the whole of the region.

Charge


Charge, combination ticket available

Getting There

From the centre of town take tram 6 or 12 to Schillerplatz, from there cross over the river. The stations are located just on the other side of the bridge. The hanging station is slightly further beyond the regular station
Latitude: 51.053585; Longitude: 13.816568
What3Words: concerts.lights.deal

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Web Link


www.dvbag.de/untnehm/bbbahn/bbbahn.htm
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (17/02/2006), and on time of last update (26/02/2006) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Großer Garten Großer Garten No Data

Description


The Großer Garten offers over two square kilometers of open space in the city centre, including park land, the city zoo, botanitcal gardens a palace and it's own small railway

Charge


Free to visit the park, charge for other attractions

Getting There


Latitude: 51.037886; Longitude: 13.762887
What3Words: shelf.refuses.soccer

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Web Link


www.grosser-garten-dresden.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Katholische Hofkirche (Catholic Cathedral) Katholische Hofkirche (Catholic Cathedral) No Data

Description


Overlooked by the Frauenkirche on the tourists itinery, the Cathedral has a dominant position attached to the Residenzschloß and overlooking the Augustusbrücke. Inside it's quite a plain but large church.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 51.053551; Longitude: 13.737589
What3Words: films.fail.liquids

Photos


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Web Link


www.bistum-dresden-meissen.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Parkeisenbahn Parkeisenbahn No Data

Description


The Park railway runs around a large part of the Großer Garten, offering a quick way of getting to the further flung corners, as well as a good way of seeing much of the park. A complete round trip without changing takes around 20 minutes. The railway is run by children (though with adult supervision)

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.043782; Longitude: 13.753332
What3Words: sponsors.carry.doctors

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Web Link


www.dresdner-parkeisenbahn.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenzschloß: Hausmannsturm Residenzschloß: Hausmannsturm No Data

Description


The main tower of the castle, from the viewing gallery just above the clock there are stunning views over both the Zwinger and the Frauenkirche, which are well worth the 220 odd step climb to the viewing platform

Charge


Single ticket to all attractions except the Historical Green Vault; or a stand alone ticket for just the tower

Getting There


Latitude: 51.052972; Longitude: 13.73703
What3Words: moon.mock.cutaway

Photos


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Web Link


www.skd.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenzschloß: Historisches Grünes Gewölbe (Historical Green Vault) Residenzschloß: Historisches Grünes Gewölbe (Historical Green Vault) No Data

Description


The Historical Green Vault contains many of the older treasures of the castle. Entrance is via timed tickets

Charge


Separate entry charge on timed ticket

Getting There


Latitude: 51.052766; Longitude: 13.736333
What3Words: twists.look.coasted

Photos


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Web Link


www.skd.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenzschloß: Neues Grünes Gewölbe (New Green Vault) Residenzschloß: Neues Grünes Gewölbe (New Green Vault) No Data

Description


The New Green Vault contains many of the more recent treasures that the palace collected.

Charge


Single ticket to all attractions except the Historical Green Vault

Getting There


Latitude: 51.052682; Longitude: 13.736295
What3Words: quieter.visa.glaze

Photos


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Web Link


www.skd.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenzschloß: Rüstkammer (The Armoury) Residenzschloß: Rüstkammer (The Armoury) No Data

Description


A bristling display of arms and armour including recreated jousting and sword fighting scenes.

Charge


Single ticket to all attractions except the Historical Green Vault

Getting There


Latitude: 51.052587; Longitude: 13.737507
What3Words: combining.monument.power

Photos


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Web Link


www.skd.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Residenzschloß: Türckischer Kammer Residenzschloß: Türckischer Kammer No Data

Description


The Turkish Chamber houses the palaces collection of Ottoman artifacts, including stunning arms that are beautifully crafted, as well as the fine trappings for horses and a small collection of tents

Charge


Single ticket to all attractions except the Historical Green Vault

Getting There


Latitude: 51.052513; Longitude: 13.736923
What3Words: buffoon.chips.liked

Photos


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Web Link


www.skd.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Sächsische Dampfschiffahrt Sächsische Dampfschiffahrt No Data

Description


It's difficult to miss the companies paddle steamers, moored up on the Elbe below the walls of the fortress. Regular services sail up and down the Elbe to neighbouring towns, as well a regular 90 minute round cruises which sail up stream to the Blue Wonder then turn and come back. The tour is accompanied by a commentary in both German and English

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.053744; Longitude: 13.74101
What3Words: amid.limit.carrots

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Web Link


www.saechsische-dampfschiffahrt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadtrundfahrt Dresden Stadtrundfahrt Dresden No Data

Description


Several companies offer hop-on-hop-off tours of Dresden. The company I chose ran tours every 15 minutes during the main part of the day over a long circuit that took in much of the Altstadt before heading out to the Blue Wonder bridge and then back into town via the hills. After 6pm they revert to a shorter route through the Altstadt only, but continue running every 30 minutes until 10pm, allowing some stunning views of the city at night.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.054008; Longitude: 13.737973
What3Words: risky.actor.staked

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Web Link


www.stadtrundfahrt.com
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (21/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Zwinger Zwinger No Data

Description


Originally built as the orangry and exhbition gallery of the palace, today it houses a number of small museums and an art gallery. The building itself is stunning, and you can wander around the top of the building on the roof terrace to take in even better views

Charge


Free to look around the grounds and the terrace. Charge for the museums and exhibitions

Getting There


Latitude: 51.053016; Longitude: 13.733795
What3Words: accusing.grinning.match

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Web Link


www.skd.museum
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (22/07/2013), and on time of last update (10/08/2013) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Museum in der Runden Ecke Museum in der Runden Ecke No Data

Description


Housed in the former offices of the Stasi, the DDRs feared secret police, the museum tells the history of the covert surveillance or an entire population and the paranoia that gripped the government of the DDR. Exhibits include the hidden cameras and recording devices used to capture evidence, a room full of props for disguises and the bizarre glass jars containing yellow cloth swabs that had been used to record the body odour of dissidents (so they could be tracked by dogs if they ever tried to escape). The exhibition is in German, but a handy audio guide translates many of the exhibits for you.

Charge


Free, Charge for Audio Guides

Getting There


Latitude: 51.341745; Longitude: 12.369951
What3Words: gearbox.composers.paths

Photos


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Web Link


www.runde-ecke-leipzig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Nikolaikirch Nikolaikirch No Data

Description


The epicentre of the peace and protest movements that eventually spelt the end of the DDR. From 1982 onwards the church was holding regular "Prayer for Peace" services, often being broken up by the Stasi. From the late spring of 1989 the crowds got larger, the protests that followed got bigger and eventually by November the tipping point had been reached and the DDR disintegrated. Inside the church the plain white painted pews and white pillars take the eye up to the stunning roof, with the pillars turning into palm fronds as they reach the ceiling.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 51.340317; Longitude: 12.378534
What3Words: pile.cliff.blazed

Photos


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Web Link


www.nikolaikirche-leipzig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Panorama Tower Panorama Tower No Data

Description


One of the tallest buildings in the city, and from the viewing platform on the roof of the 32nd storey the views are stunning. A lift whisks you to the restaurant complex on floor 29 where you complete the journey on foot (having paid at the automatic turnstile)

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 51.338031; Longitude: 12.378665
What3Words: hunt.modern.packages

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Web Link


www.panorama-leipzig.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Royal London Bus Stadtrundfahrten Royal London Bus Stadtrundfahrten No Data

Description


Two hop-on-hop-off routes both starting at the Hauptbahnhof take in many of the sights of the city. The red route concentrates on the city centre, whilst the green route goes out into the countryside down to the Markkleeberg lake. A live guide gives a running commentary (German only)

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Charge, one or two day tickets available

Getting There


Latitude: 51.342953; Longitude: 12.381379
What3Words: tasters.oddly.whispers

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Web Link


www.leipzigerstadtrundfahrten.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Thomaskirch Thomaskirch No Data

Description


One of the most important churches in the city, and at one point home to Bach who was choirmaster here for a number of years. The connections are so strong that after the church he was buried in was destroyed in a WWII bombing raid his remains were reinterred in the Thomaskirch. At weekends you can take a guided tour up the church tower for views over the city centre. Inside the church there is a small exhibition on the music and instruments of Bach

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Suggested Donation, charge for the tower tour

Getting There


Latitude: 51.339349; Longitude: 12.372678
What3Words: rising.phantom.lungs

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Web Link


www.thomaskirche.org
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (05/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Völkerschlachtdenkmal Völkerschlachtdenkmal No Data

Description


The Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Monument to the battle of nations) was built for the 100th anniversary of the 1813 Battle of Leipzig, the turning point in the Napoleonic wars where Napoleon lost his first battle. It underwent significant restoration in time for the 200th anniversary in 2013. Today you can visit all parts of the monument including the viewing platforms at 61 and 91 meters. For an additional Euro you can cheat on most of the 500+ steps to the top and take a lift to the viewing platform at 61 meters. Along with the views there is also a museum by the side of the monument, and inside the monument itself a short video about the history of the battle and the monument.

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Charge

Getting There

From the centre of Leipzig take either tram line 2 (limited service) or line 15 trams to Völkerschlachtdenkmal stop, about 15 minutes from the city centre or the S-Bahn to Völkerschlachtdenkmal Bahnhof, from both the train station and the tram stop it is impossible to miss the monument!
Latitude: 51.31232; Longitude: 12.413113
What3Words: costumes.chew.loose

Photos


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Web Link


www.voelkerschlachtdenkmal.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (06/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brandenburg: Dom Brandenburg: Dom No Data

Description


At the time of visiting the cathedral was undergoing significant restoration, so only a small part of it was open to view

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 52.409047; Longitude: 12.563353
What3Words: furnish.rattler.bitters

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-brandenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brandenburg: Dommuseum Brandenburg: Dommuseum No Data

Description


The small museum, located on the upper floor of the cathedral, holds the usual collection of religious art, vestments and religious artefacts

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 52.415251; Longitude: 12.566936
What3Words: samples.confirms.prop

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-brandenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Brandenburg Brandenburg No Data

Description


Located on a number of islands in the Havel the city of Brandenburg is a picturesque place, with lots of traditional buildings and pleasant riverside views. The city is divided into three distinct areas, the Neustadt (new town) stretching up from the main station, the Altstadt (old town) on one of the islands and the Dominsel (Cathedral Island).

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Getting There

At the time of visiting there were no direct connections between Leipzig and Brandenburg, instead you had to travel via Berlin with a 30 minute stop-over as the Leipzig train doesn't quite connect at the Hauptbahnhof. Journey time from end to end is around 3 1/2 hours. The walk from the station to the Cathedral is a pleasant, flat and well signposted 25 minutes, a couple of minutes more to the Altstadt, to get to either you pass through the Neustadt
Latitude: 52.415353; Longitude: 12.567687
What3Words: clash.grouping.boosted

Photos


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Web Link


www.stadt-brandenburg.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (07/04/2014), and on time of last update (04/05/2014) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Bastion Cleve Bastion Cleve No Data

Description


At one point most of the city was part of one giant fortress. One small part of a single bastion has been recreated behind the cathedral, but a model on display during the day shows how large just this portion of the fortress walls were

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.123435; Longitude: 11.635364
What3Words: pointed.pine.requested

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (29/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


The city cathedral, at the time of visiting undergoing substantial restoration work on the exterior, is one of the most visible sights of the city, The cathedral still retains is Cloister which provides a quiet oasis from the city.

Charge


Suggested donation, charge for taking photos

Getting There


Latitude: 52.124673; Longitude: 11.635018
What3Words: foiled.slick.leaflet

Photos


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Web Link


www.magdeburgerdom.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Elbauenpark Elbauenpark No Data

Description


Home to the BUGA horticultural festival in 1999 this site was used as a way of regenerating parts of Magdeburg. Today the site is still in use as a public park, looking a little tired in places, but in general a really nice area to walk around. Many of the attractions from the BUGA festival are still there, including the labyrinth, the viewing hill (created from a former landfill mound) the Millennial Tower and the Panoramabahn monorail.

Charge


Charge. Ticket gives you entry to the Millennium tower. After 6pm and on Monday when most of the attractions are closed you can get a heavily discounted ticket (€1 versus €3.50 when I visited)

Getting There

From the centre of town trams 5 and 6 run to the Elbauenpark/Messe stop (tram 5 terminates here on most journeys)
Latitude: 52.136912; Longitude: 11.671193
What3Words: bedding.sharp.carrots

Photos


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Web Link


www.mvgm-online.de/elbauenpark
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Fürstenwall Fürstenwall No Data

Description


Running behind the cathedral and overlooking the Elbe the fortress wall gives an idea as to how impressive the city must have looked when it was walled in.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.124655; Longitude: 11.63706
What3Words: king.suckle.pockets

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Johanneskirche Johanneskirche No Data

Description


Located in a restored church the Johanneskirche is an arts venue which has also made use of one of the former towers as a viewing platform. You can climb the 270+ steps to the top for excellent views over the city, including of the Cathedral and Elbauenpark.

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Free

Getting There


Latitude: 52.130806; Longitude: 11.641082
What3Words: infuses.solving.village

Photos


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Web Link



Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stendal Stendal No Data

Description


Stendal is the main town of the Altmark, one of the least densely populated parts of Germany. The city has many fine churches and museums (unfortunately, due to visiting on a Monday all of these were closed)

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Getting There

From Magdeburg there are hourly trains direct to Stendal, taking around 50 minutes to make the journey
Latitude: 52.605098; Longitude: 11.859312
What3Words: mugs.snipped.reform

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Web Link


www.stendal-tourist.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Tangermünde Tangermünde No Data

Description


Once the summer residence of Charles IV, this small town at the point where the Tanger empties into the Elbe still retains most of its city walls and gates and gives a very picturesque reminder on how this part of Germany once was.

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Getting There

From Magdeburg there are hourly trains direct to Stendal, taking around 50 minutes to make the journey. These connect with the hourly train that goes onto Tangermünde, taking another 12 minutes.
Latitude: 52.540808; Longitude: 11.970699
What3Words: zoom.tottered.barons

Photos


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Web Link


www.tourismus-tangermuende.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (30/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Alte Synagogue Alte Synagogue No Data

Description


According to their information this is the Oldest surviving Synagogue in Central Europe. It was at the heart of the Jewish community until a pogrom in the 14th century. It was then used as a store house for 500 years and finally as a dancehall. It was only at the start of the 21st century that it's original use was rediscovered and it was restored to close to how it would have looked in its heyday in the early 1300's

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.978757; Longitude: 11.029284
What3Words: fairway.scrum.rash

Photos


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Web Link


alte-synagoge.erfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Barfüßerkirche Barfüßerkirche No Data

Description


Just the shell and tower of the church remains following bombing in 1944 which destroyed the rest of the building. It's quite a eerie sight to see what clearly isn't a church, but from a distance looks exactly like one.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.975514; Longitude: 11.030268
What3Words: arrival.nest.second

Photos


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Web Link


www.barfuesserkirche.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Cyriaksburg Cyriaksburg No Data

Description


The main building of the former fortress has been converted into a museum of gardening with the former moat being turned into greenhouses for the Egapark to bring on the plants it uses. One of the former bastion towers has been converted into an observatory and the other tower has been turned into a small exhibition on the history of the site and, from it's roof, a viewing platform for stunning views over the city.

Charge


Tickets are sold as part of the Egapark

Getting There


Latitude: 50.967613; Longitude: 11.007748
What3Words: about.help.frocks

Photos


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Web Link


www.egapark-erfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Dom Dom No Data

Description


The cathedral, along with the next door church of St Severus dominate the city centre. Unusually they are located on a ridge overlooking the city centre, which helps to make them look all the bigger. The cathedral is quite a dark church inside with heavy stained glass windows and lots of old dark wood in the choir stalls.

Charge


Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 50.975778; Longitude: 11.02309
What3Words: files.hobbies.charcoal

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-erfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Egapark Egapark No Data

Description


Located on the edge of town the park has been built around the former fortress of Cyriaksburg and has a large number of gardens you can wander through, along with greenhouses and a small aviary. The attractions of the Cyriaksburg are also included

Charge


Charge, ticket includes entry to all the greenhouses and the museums in the Cyriaksburg. When the museums are closed a reduced price ticket is available (about 1/3 of the standard ticket)

Getting There


Latitude: 50.96413; Longitude: 10.998114
What3Words: saying.outraged.occurs

Photos


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Web Link


www.egapark-erfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Krämerbrücke Krämerbrücke No Data

Description


It styles itself as the only bridge that is covered with inhabited buildings north of the Alps. The bridge has an interesting collection of shops and small café's which you can easily while away the time visiting.

Charge


Free

Getting There


Latitude: 50.978737; Longitude: 11.030864
What3Words: sandwich.clown.exposes

Photos


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Web Link


www.kraemerbruecke.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Krämerbrücke Turm Krämerbrücke Turm No Data

Description


Located at the end of the bridge, and forming part of the bridge entryway the small Methodist chapel's tower can be climbed for stunning views over the bridge, surrounding area and to get the full impact of the size of the cathedral complex.

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.978838; Longitude: 11.031775
What3Words: will.invented.intelligible

Photos


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Web Link


www.kraemerbruecke.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Michaeliskirche Michaeliskirche No Data

Description


The church was the university chapel, but it is also where dissidents used to gather in those final few months that lead up to the collapse of communism and the end of the DDR.

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Suggested Donation, Charge to take photos

Getting There


Latitude: 50.979333; Longitude: 11.028214
What3Words: mixture.warnings.keen

Photos


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Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Predigerkirche Predigerkirche No Data

Description


The Predigerkirch, located near the Bafüßerkirche has a beautiful interior including choir stalls behind a masonry rood screen.

Charge


Suggested Donation, Charge to take photos

Getting There


Latitude: 50.976494; Longitude: 11.028782
What3Words: dove.soup.weedy

Photos


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Web Link


www.predigerkirche.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (01/08/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

St. Severus Church St. Severus Church No Data

Description


Located across a small courtyard from the cathedral, St Severus is a lighter and smaller church inside.

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Suggested Donation

Getting There


Latitude: 50.976089; Longitude: 11.022463
What3Words: casino.crusher.defended

Photos


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Web Link


www.dom-erfurt.de
Disclaimer: Details correct at time of writing (31/07/2012), and on time of last update (16/08/2012) but may no longer be accurate, particularly if some time has passed.

Stadt Museum Stadt Museum No Data

Description


The city museum, located in the Hauz zum Stockfisch has exhibits on the history of Erfurt from it's founding through until the fall of communism and the end of the DDR. A good introductory film in the basement (German only) shows how the city grew and changed over the years

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Charge

Getting There


Latitude: 50.979507; Longitude: 11.034847
What3Words: jaws.stressed.darkest

Photos


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