Self-guided podcast tour The Firestorm of Würzburg

Wurzburg, Germany
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Duration52m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Dive into the heart of Würzburg and discover the shocking, but also deeply moving history of March 16, 1945. On this captivating journey, you will learn how a 20-minute bombing raid ignited a firestorm that burned an entire medieval city to the ground. Experience how people decided on the reconstruction – not by hiding their scars, but by transforming their architecture into a permanent, breathtaking monument. From molten sandstone to miraculously saved frescoes: Witness the ultimate proof of human resilience.

- 1.1 km self-guided tour with 4 stations over 52 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in the senses & emotions of the city and senses & emotions
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
  • Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
  • Point-to-point navigation between stops

What to expect

  1. Marienkapelle
    10m
    A Gothic chapel from the 14th century that completely burned down in 1945 and today stands as an impressive testament to the resilience and architectural memory of the city.
  2. 10m
    The historic town hall houses a claustrophobic memorial room in the basement with a scale model of the destroyed city.
  3. 10m
    A massive Romanesque cathedral that consciously integrated modern, unadorned elements during its post-war reconstruction to make its wounds visible.
  4. 10m
    A magnificent Baroque palace in which an American 'Monuments Man' won a race against time to save the world's largest ceiling fresco from the elements.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Würzburg main station take local public transport towards Marienkapelle. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to the Marian Chapel. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

End point

Walk from the Würzburg Residence to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Würzburg Central Station. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • 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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