Podcast Tour Bergisch Gladbach Crumbs of a Community

Cologne, Germany
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Duration1h 59m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Behind the Baroque facade of Bensberg Castle hides a village held together by flour, sugar, and traditions. Accompany Marco, a former chef and culinary historian, and Claudia, a local, through the culinary heart of Bensberg. Discover how the Bergische Kaffeetafel became a symbol of hospitality and cultural resistance. Find out how bakers, butchers, and shop owners are fighting today to keep the soul of the village alive. Bring Hunger to history and get to know the people who feed us.

- 4.4 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 119 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in culinary identity and society in everyday life
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. Schloss Bensberg
    10m
    The magnificent Baroque castle, which forms the geographical and historical stage for our culinary journey.
  2. Bergisches Museum fur Handwerk,Bergbau u. Gewerbe
    10m
    A local museum that preserves the history of the working class and the crafts of the region and reveals the true origins of the coffee table.
  3. 10m
    A traditional local pub that represents the "living room" of the village, where hearty meals and village gossip are shared.
  4. 10m
    A traditional bakery that focuses on the sweet elements of the coffee table, such as Bergische waffles.
  5. 10m
    A popular local bakery that highlights the significance of Bergisches Schwarzbrot and the daily rituals of buying bread.
  6. 10m
    A local delicatessen that shows how modern village shops are adapting and keeping the community close.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Bergisch Gladbach main station with local public transport towards Schloss Bensberg. A few minutes walk from the next stop to Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg. Check connections on the day of travel with the local transport association.

End point

Walk from the Bensberger wine shop to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Bergisch Gladbach main 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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