Guided tour of the Federal Administrative Court in Leipzig
ID: GYG878566-1382159
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Go on a journey through the building of the former Imperial Court of Justice. It reflects the tradition of justice both inside and out. The building has been home to the Federal Administrative Court since 2002.
Go on an architectural and judicial history journey through the building of the former Imperial Court of Justice. The Imperial Court of Justice was founded in 1879 as the supreme court of the German Reich and the representative building was built for this purpose. It reflects the judicial tradition both inside and out. Karl Liebknecht defended himself here against accusations of high treason and in 1933 the[nbsp]Reichstag Fire Trial took place. Since 2002, the building has housed the Federal Administrative Court (BVerwG). The tasks and work of the BVerwG are vividly presented on our guided tour. The Federal Administrative Court is the highest administrative court in the Federal Republic of Germany. It rules on disputes in the field of administrative law.
Highlights
- Explore Germany's largest Palace of Justice exclusively from the inside.
- Expertly guided by certified guides.
- Visit the courtrooms and the president's apartment.
- Find out more about the work of the Supreme Administrative Court.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please arrive 10 minutes in advance. The courthouse cannot be entered once the guided tour has started.
Meet in the foyer of the Federal Administrative Court.
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.
