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- German
- English
Look behind the elegant facade of the spa town Wiesbaden and discover its hidden life as 'Little America'. For almost five decades, this historic city was the nerve center of the United States Air Forces in Europe. On this captivating journey, you will learn how a destroyed post-war landscape transformed into a vibrant hub of American military power, jazz music, and suburban culture. From confiscated luxury hotels, from which the first notes of American swing sounded, to the cultural fusion on neon-lit streets – we explore the multifaceted stories of occupation, integration, and the lasting German-American heritage.
- 4.5 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 140 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and identity, migration & globalization
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Wiesbaden main station to Kurhaus Wiesbaden by local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to the Kurhaus Wiesbaden. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from Camp-Lindsey-Way Sports Park to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Wiesbaden Main Station. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1Kurhaus
The neoclassical court building, which became an American officers' club and marked the beginning of Wiesbaden's post-war transformation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Once a luxury hotel, this building served as the headquarters of the 80th. Infantry division and the military government.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Taunusstrasse
The historic street that turned into a bustling center for the nightlife of GIs, jazz clubs, and complex cultural exchange.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The historic entrance to Lindsey Air Station, a huge, self-contained American military base known as 'Little America'.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Former US military administrative buildings, which have been transformed into a vibrant center for adult education through adaptive reuse.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A street showing typical American military housing in the suburban style, named after the architect of the Marshall Plan.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Former American recreational facilities that introduced sports like baseball and American football to the local German population.
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- 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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