Heart of Bamberg Old Town Private Walking Tour

Bamberg, Germany
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Step into a fairytale setting on this walking tour of Bamberg. This resilient city that escaped WWII destruction stands today as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start at the Bamberg Cathedral, with its four distinct towers on each corner. Did an Empress who lies buried here, really walk on fire? Admire Bamberg’s finest example of pure Gothic architecture at the Church of Our Lady. At the Neue Residenz, the Rose Garden provides a picture-perfect view of red-tiled roofs below. Afterwards, descend through winding alleyways to the banks of the Regnitz River. There you will find Little Venice, a row of 17th century fishermen’s cottages. End at the iconic Old Town Hall, a building so stubborn it had to be built in the middle of the river.

Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

What's included

  • Local Professional Tour Guide

What to expect

  1. Bamberg Cathedral
    20m
    Enter the resting place of the only canonized imperial couple, Henry II and Kunigunde. Look for the famous life-size medieval statue whose true identity remains an unsolved mystery.
  2. 15m
    Step through the "Beautiful Gateway" into a romantic courtyard framed by medieval buildings. This exceptionally preserved complex recently served as a filming location for The Three Musketeers.
  3. Neue Residenz Bamberg
    25m
    Stroll through a baroque sea of 4,500 roses in the prince-bishop’s private garden. The terrace offers the city's best panoramic views.
  4. 20m
    Admire Bamberg's only purely Gothic church. It is famous for its towering choir and "miraculous" image of Mary
  5. Little Venice
    20m
    Walk along the riverbank to view this charming row of 17th-century fishermen’s cottages. The half-timbered houses with their tiny gardens right on the water create the city's most picturesque scene.
  6. Altes Rathaus
    20m
    An architectural oddity - built on water because the bishop refused to grant land for it. Check the protruding fresco on the side, to see a playful 3D effect.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will meet all guests in front of the main entrance of the Bamberg Cathedral.
(Dompl., 96049 Bamberg, Germany)

End point

The tour ends at one of Bamberg's most famous icons, the Old Town Hall.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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