Darmstadt: Private Guided Walking Tour

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ID: GYG457402-819136
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Country: Germany

Duration: 01:30 hours


Description

Discover the charming Science City, a town both nationally and internationally important in science and in the research field, which has even inspired the famous tale of Frankenstein’s Monster in its castle.
See the outstanding building designed by the world-renowned architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser – the Forest Spiral (Waldspirale). Enjoy the city famous for its Art Nouveau architecture, and see the city's landmarks: the artists’ colony Mathildenhöhe, founded by Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig of Hessen, and the Wedding tower, which was given as a wedding present to the Duke in 1905. From the 19th century onwards, Darmstadt became a hub for research and tech companies, like its high-tech centre near Frankfurt’s airport known for its use by the European Space Agency. The “City of Science”, as it calls itself since 1997, also counts with the presence of many titans of the chemical, pharmaceutical IT, biotech, telecommunications and mechatronics industries. It is without a doubt a place to wonder at how far Germany and Europe have gone, from the Middle Ages to the Space Age.

Highlights

  • Discover the scientific heritage of Darmstadt and its artistic treasures.
  • Admire the legendary Frankenstein's Castle and stunning Jugendstil architecture.
  • Learn about Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig and the Mathildenhöhe artist colony.
  • Explore the romantic story of the Wedding Tower.
  • Be amazed by Hessen-Darmstadt and Romanovs' close ties.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Meet Giude at Luisen Square, Luisenpl. 15, 64283 Darmstadt, Germany
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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.