Self-Guided Walk Around Quedlinburg's Timber-Framed Houses
- 1–1.3 hour
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Quedlinburg, a small town in the Harz mountain region in Germany with over 2,000 UNESCO-recognised timber-framed houses, on this self-guided audio tour. Walking through the Old Town at your own pace, you’ll see houses ranging between 300 and 800 years old. This hour-long tour starts in Marktplatz (the market square) in the shadows of the ivy-covered Quedlinburg Rathaus, one of the oldest town halls in Germany. Along the route, you’ll also see Stiftskirche St Servatius Cathedral and hear about Johann Christoph GutsMuth, the father of physical education, and visit their birthplaces including GutsMuths Haus. The tour ends on Castle Hill in Schlossgarten Quedlinburg, a beautiful garden with breathtaking town vistas.
Inclusions
What's included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's not
- Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Itinerary
Start your tour in the heart of Quedlinburg at the picturesque Marktplatz, home to the ivy-covered Quedlinburg Rathaus, one of Germany’s oldest town halls.
The historic town hall, a beautiful example of Gothic architecture, housing the city administration.
Marvel at the quaint shoemaker court, a hidden gem accessible through a narrow alley, reflecting the town’s medieval charm.
Visit the historic St. Benedicti Church, dating back to the 13th century, and admire its architectural beauty.
Pass by St. Nicholas Church, another 13th-century gem, showcasing Quedlinburg’s rich ecclesiastical history.
A monument honoring Johann Christoph Friedrich GutsMuths, a pioneer of physical education. See the birthplace of Johann Christoph GutsMuth, the father of physical education, and learn about his contributions to the field.
A stunning example of late medieval architecture, now a notable landmark in Quedlinburg.
Explore one of the oldest timber-framed houses in the world, showcasing Quedlinburg’s architectural heritage.
Listen to the story of how Henry I discovered he would be the new German King at this historic site, adding a regal touch to your tour.
Visit the stunning St. Servatius Cathedral, founded by Henry I and Otto the Great in the 10th century, known for its Romanesque architecture and historical significance.
Discover the remains of Quedlinburg Castle and its museum, offering insights into the town’s royal history and panoramic views from Schlossgarten.
End your tour in the beautiful Schlossgarten, a serene garden on Castle Hill with breathtaking views of the town and its surroundings.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 8 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- VoiceMap Audio Tours
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Germany, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 78% below the median of the 485 experiences we list in Germany, outside the cities.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 23 of 485.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Germany, outside the cities
Was/now prices come from the operator, never from us.
