Celle: Private Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG455601-816593
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the charming medieval streets and architecture of Celle, Germany's hidden gem. Immerse yourself in the town's rich history and culture, and discover its vibrant arts and music scene.
Explore the city with 400 timber-framed houses and a ducal palace dating back to the 13th century is the reason why it is so famous among tourists. Towering over the town is the Celle castle, which combines Renaissance and Baroque elements and is home to a museum, a chapel, and a theatre. It was used as the main residence of the dukes of Saxe-Wittenberg and Brunswick-Lüneburg. Not to forget is also the serene 18th-century French garden, designed as a baroque courtyard. But the modern days have marked their presence here as well, thanks to the ultramodern Kunstmuseum, illuminated during the night as a 24-hour museum. Celle certainly will seduce visitors with its charm and juxtaposition of old and new, and as you stroll down from site to site, you will be fascinated by the beauty of this charming city.
Highlights
- Discover Celle's medieval past with its first written record dating back to 993.
- Admire over 400 timber-framed houses, a unique feature of this picturesque town.
- Learn about the history of Princes of Lüneburg and the House of Welf
- Experience Celle's fascinating history of the Austro-Prussian War
- Explore the impact of British Hanoverian rule on Celle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet guide in front of the Hoppener Haus, Poststraße 8, 29221 Celle, Germany
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.
