Podcast Tour Little Istanbul and the Mannheim Model

Mannheim, Germany
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Duration1h 25m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 99 travelers

Overview

Step behind the traditional German facades of the Mannheim Squares and dive into the pulsating heart of Little Istanbul. Follow the traces of the guest workers of the post-war period and discover how culture, cuisine, and community permanently shaped the city. From the scent of fresh simit to the once greatest mosque in Germany, this tour tells of economic resilience, human connections, and a new German identity.

- 2.1 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 85 minutes
- Ideal for everyone interested in identity, migration, globalization, and culinary arts
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. 10m
    The historic center of the city, where traditional German city history meets the vibrant reality of the Turkish-German community.
  2. 10m
    A historic Turkish bakery that serves as a sensual gateway to the neighborhood and illustrates the community's economic roots.
  3. 10m
    A traditional Turkish barbershop that serves as an important community meeting point and a space for cultural continuity and male friendships.
  4. 10m
    An established restaurant that shows the development of Turkish gastronomy from simple worker canteens to sophisticated culinary destinations.
  5. 10m
    This mosque, built in 1995, was once the largest in Germany and symbolizes the 'Mannheim Model' of peaceful interreligious dialogue and civic cooperation.
  6. 10m
    A historic public bathhouse from 1890, serving as a final symbol of divided urban infrastructure and physical integration.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is the Mannheim marketplace. Open the app there and start the guided tour.

End point

The tour ends at Herschelbad. Follow the last instructions in the app and end the tour before the historic bath.

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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