Self-guided podcast tour Hildesheim The Stone and the Thorn

Lower Saxony, Germany
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Duration1h 35m
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LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Discover the wondrous survival of a city that refused to be wiped out. In exactly eighteen minutes, Hildesheim's medieval heart was turned to ashes in 1945. But today his UNESCO World Heritage Sites stand proudly, and a legendary rose bush continues to bloom. Accompany Max, a historian for the big picture, and Vera, an expert on the microscopic details of the past. It takes you through a breathtaking story of Ottonian masterpieces, devastating destruction, and the tenacious resilience of stone and nature.

- A 2.2 km self-guided tour with 7 stops in 95 min.
- Ideal for travelers interested in history & memory as well as art, design & aesthetics
Told in an immersive 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. 10m
    A masterpiece of Ottonian-Romanesque architecture that survived the bombing raids of 1945 like a miracle thanks to its brilliant medieval construction.
  2. Magdalenengarten
    10m
    A reconstructed Baroque garden with a breathtaking rose garden, introducing the botanical theme of resilience.
  3. Marktplatz Hildesheim
    10m
    The bourgeois heart of Hildesheim, which was completely destroyed in 1945 and meticulously reconstructed in the 1980s, which sparked debates about historical authenticity.
  4. 10m
    Originally a fortified gatehouse, this building was converted into a church and illustrates the close intertwining of urban defense and religious life.
  5. Hildesheim Cathedral Museum
    10m
    Home of the UNESCO World Heritage cathedral treasure with invaluable medieval metalwork, which survived centuries of wars hidden in secret vaults.
  6. 10m
    The spiritual heart of Hildesheim. This massive Romanesque cathedral was rebuilt from complete ruins and offers a profound experience of a reconstructed sacred space.
  7. Thousand-year Rose
    10m
    The emotional highlight of the tour: a legendary wild rose bush that survived the firestorm of 1945 and became the ultimate symbol of the city's resilience.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is in front of the main entrance of St. Michael's Church at Michaelisplatz in Hildesheim. Start the tour there in the app.

End point

The tour ends at the Thousand-Year Rose Bush in the inner courtyard of the Hildesheim Cathedral at the Cathedral Courtyard.

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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