Tower tour of St. Thomas Church
ID: GYG953305-1484094
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Country: Germany
Country: Germany
Duration: 01:00 hours
Description
Experience a fantastic panoramic view of Leipzig from a height of 50 meters.
With our expert tour guide, you will visit the tower tower and see the bells of the completely preserved chimes.
Experience Leipzig from a height of 50 meters!
Experience Leipzig from a completely new perspective! Climb the 232 steps up the tower of St. Thomas Church and enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the city from a height of 50 meters. But it's not just the breathtaking panorama that makes the tower tour unique - the ascent itself holds many exciting discoveries in store.
Together with our expert tour guide, you will make several stops during the ascent, providing fascinating insights into the history of the church and the city of Leipzig. A particular highlight is the historical "graffiti" of a Saxon foot artilleryman, which dates back to the Battle of the Nations in 1813. The inscription in the masonry bears witness to the dramatic events of that time. Equally impressive is a cannonball that got stuck in the beams of the tower during the fighting in 1813 - a silent witness to one of the greatest battles in European history.
Another extraordinary experience awaits you in the historic tower keeper's apartment, which was inhabited from 1533 to 1917. It extends over three levels and provides a vivid picture of the everyday life of the tower keepers' families. For centuries, they guarded the city from here. On this guided tour, you can find out first-hand what their tasks were and how they experienced Leipzig's transformation over the centuries.
The historic bells of St. Thomas Church are also deeply impressive. The bells in the church tower are not only impressive works of art, but also tell an eventful story. Each of them has its own sound and its own meaning. During the guided tour, you will find out what messages they proclaim and why they are so special.
This tower climb offers a unique combination of history, adventure and spectacular views. Experience Leipzig from above and be fascinated by the stories of St. Thomas Church!
Experience Leipzig from a height of 50 meters!
Experience Leipzig from a completely new perspective! Climb the 232 steps up the tower of St. Thomas Church and enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the city from a height of 50 meters. But it's not just the breathtaking panorama that makes the tower tour unique - the ascent itself holds many exciting discoveries in store.
Together with our expert tour guide, you will make several stops during the ascent, providing fascinating insights into the history of the church and the city of Leipzig. A particular highlight is the historical "graffiti" of a Saxon foot artilleryman, which dates back to the Battle of the Nations in 1813. The inscription in the masonry bears witness to the dramatic events of that time. Equally impressive is a cannonball that got stuck in the beams of the tower during the fighting in 1813 - a silent witness to one of the greatest battles in European history.
Another extraordinary experience awaits you in the historic tower keeper's apartment, which was inhabited from 1533 to 1917. It extends over three levels and provides a vivid picture of the everyday life of the tower keepers' families. For centuries, they guarded the city from here. On this guided tour, you can find out first-hand what their tasks were and how they experienced Leipzig's transformation over the centuries.
The historic bells of St. Thomas Church are also deeply impressive. The bells in the church tower are not only impressive works of art, but also tell an eventful story. Each of them has its own sound and its own meaning. During the guided tour, you will find out what messages they proclaim and why they are so special.
This tower climb offers a unique combination of history, adventure and spectacular views. Experience Leipzig from above and be fascinated by the stories of St. Thomas Church!
Highlights
- Experience a fantastic panoramic view over Leipzig from a height of 50 meters.
- Even the ascent with our tour guide holds exciting moments in store.
- You will visit the tower tower and see the bells of the historic chimes.
- You will come across a "graffiti" and a cannonball from 1813.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
at the entrance to the tower, Thomaskirchhof
INCLUDED
- incl. guided tour and admission to the tower of St. Thomas Church
NOT INCLUDED
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.