Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt: Under the Surface – Tour of the Water Reservoir Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt: Under the Surface – Tour in the Water Reservoir
ID: GYG1428241-2180343
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Beneath the UNESCO World Heritage Site Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt lies a technical monument from the 19th century: the historic elevated water reservoir.
Beneath the UNESCO World Heritage Site Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt lies a technical monument of the 19th century: the historic elevated water reservoir.
Built between 1877 and 1880, it once ensured a reliable water supply. This guided tour opens the doors to a place that is normally hidden and brings the city's history to life: huge brick chambers, masonry vaults, and impressive engineering tell of a time when infrastructure became a pioneering achievement.
Meeting point: In front of the exhibition building, Sabaisplatz
The duration is 60 minutes
Important note: This guided tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible! Due to the limited accessibility of the water reservoir, this guided tour can only be booked on selected dates and with a limited number of participants!
Highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage Site Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt
- Guided tour of the historic water reservoir
- Under the exhibition building
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important note: This guided tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible! Due to the limited accessibility of the water reservoir, this guided tour can only be booked on selected dates and with a limited number of participants!
In front of the exhibition building, Sabaisplatz
NOT INCLUDED
- The guided tour does not include entry to the Museum Künstlerkolonie Darmstadt, the exhibition building, or the Hochzeitsturm. These can be booked separately on site.
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
