Podcast Tour The Hidden Kassel of the Brothers Grimm

Germany
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Duration2h 17m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Leave "Once upon a time" behind and discover the true, dark story of the Brothers Grimm. This is not a children's fairy tale. We explore the two sides of the lives of Jacob and Wilhelm – their strict, dusty academic routine and their deep, almost obsessive immersion in the dark, magical, and often brutal folklore of the Germans. Walk in the footsteps of medieval Kassel, stand exactly where the original storytellers whispered their secrets, and find out how a war-scarred landscape gave birth to the most famous narratives of human history.

- 5.0 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 137 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and spirituality, myths & nature
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

What to expect

  1. Park Bruder-grimm-platz
    10m
    The former location of the Gatekeeper's House at the Wilhelmshöher Gate, where the brothers lived and published their first fairy tales.
  2. Grimm World
    10m
    A modern museum dedicated to the Grimms and illuminating their monumental work on the German Dictionary.
  3. Bruder Grimm
    10m
    The promenade where the brothers lived from 1822 to 1829 and whose romantic view shaped their work.
  4. Staatspark Karlsaue
    10m
    A sprawling Baroque park that reflects the magical landscape and dark forests of the Grimm fairy tales.
  5. Documenta and Museum Fridericianum
    10m
    The former state library where the brothers worked – a contrast between their academic profession and the collection of folklore.
  6. Kassel
    10m
    The oldest surviving building in Kassel, which stands for the lost medieval old town and the oral storytellers.
  7. Kassel
    10m
    A medieval ruin by the river, symbolizing the river of fairy tales from local voices to global heritage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Kassel Main Station with local public transport towards Brüder Grimm-Platz. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Brüder Grimm-Platz, Kassel, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

End point

From Rondell on the Fulda, first walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Kassel Central Station. The starting point is Rondell an der Fulda, Kassel, Germany. 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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