Braunschweig: Witches and Beguines Private Tour

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ID: GYG390989-709046
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Country: Germany

Duration: 02:00 hours


Description

Discover the history of beguines and witches in medieval Braunschweig. Explore Germany’s possibly oldest red-light district.
Begin at Altstadtmarkt and stroll along the picturesque Echternstraße with half-timbered houses. Next, walk along the medieval defensive city walls and learn about the history of witch trials.

Along the way, you will discover the history of the city’s oldest red-light district where the hangman lived, who watched over the ladies of Echternstraße.

Stop outside the beguine houses in the Magniviertel at the end of the tour and take some pictures.

Highlights

  • Stroll around Braunschweig with a certified local guide
  • Skip the “touristy trail” and get to know the unknown Braunschweig
  • Explore the medieval town fortifications
  • Take a look at the red light district
  • See one of the few remaining beguine houses

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour may be offered at other times
This tour operates rain or shine
This tour involves 2 kilometers of walking
This tour can be done barrier-free
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts. Your guide will wear a LED-Display backpack with the "Get Your Guide" and "Braunschweig" written on it. Your guide will wait up to 30 minutes at the meeting point.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.