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- German
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Dive into the glittering, scandalous, and steamy world of Wiesbaden in the 19th century. As the "Nice of the North," the city catered to the whims, sufferings, and vices of Europe's aristocracy. Between boiling thermal springs and opulent casinos, you discover a spa town built on healing waters and driven by immense wealth. Accompany Guide Max and architectural historian Emma behind the neoclassical facades to stories of royal abductions, gambling, and the invisible work that kept the champagne flowing.
3.4 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 122 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and art, design, and aesthetics
Excitingly told in the podcast style by experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Wiesbaden main station to Villa Clementine by local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Villa Clementine, Wiesbaden, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From Palast Hotel, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Wiesbaden Main Station. The starting point is Palast Hotel, Wiesbaden, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Villa Clementine
A magnificent historicist villa that was the scene of the notorious royal scandal, the 'Wiesbaden Prince Kidnapping', in 1888.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Wilhelmstrasse
A neoclassical building on the 'Rue' that represents the architectural boom of the early 19th century and the theater of social ascent.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Hessisches Staatstheater Wiesbaden
An opulent neo-Baroque theater, built in 1894 at the behest of Kaiser Wilhelm II to entertain international spa guests.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Kurhaus
The grand epicenter of the spa town, which houses the famous casino where Dostoevsky lost his fortune.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Kurpark
An English-style landscape garden designed for aristocratic promenades and offering a curated escape from the intensity of the casino.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Kochbrunnen
The most famous of the Wiesbaden hot springs, which surface at 66°C and formed the foundation of the city's medical mythology.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Kranzplatz
This grand hotel, founded in 1486, hosted Goethe and Dostoevsky and is the epitome of luxurious accommodation in the spa town.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Kranzplatz
This hotel, built in 1905, was the first in the world to offer thermal baths in the room and represents the extreme peak of spa luxury.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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