Nuremberg: Medieval Dungeons Entry Ticket and Audioguide
ID: GYG432371-778829
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
45 min.
Description
Explore the dungeons beneath Nuremberg’s old city hall with this entry ticket. Learn about frightening medieval justice as you explore the cells and learn about the use of the torture chamber.
Discover a world of crime and punishment while exploring the medieval dungeons below the old city hall. Learn about torture during the middle ages, what kind of punishments were used, and what the prisoners had to endure in the remand prison until they confessed, guilty or not.
Being thrown into the dungeon was basically a death sentence in the middle ages. Find out why as you explore the medieval dungeons in the vaulted cellars of Nuremberg's old city hall.
From the fourteenth century, the dungeons were used to hold and question prisoners pending judgment. Walk through the twelve small cells, check out the most original furnishings, and visit the torture chamber to gain an insight into what happened here during those dark times.
Highlights
- Step back in time while exploring the vaulted cellars of the old city hall
- See the mostly original furnishings of the dungeon and gain historical insights
- Learn about judgement in medieval times and what prisoner had to go through
- Make you way through the cells and check out the frightening torture chamber
- Imagine what life must have been like for the unfortunate souls trapped here
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will hear reports of torture
You must bring your own headphones
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.
