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Tantalise your tastebuds with a selection from our at The Haus Restaurant. A main course meal from a choice of five options. Something to suit everyone. Menu will vary without notice.
Walk in the steps of the Prussian immigrants (who established this village in 1839) during a 90minute walking tour.
Enjoy an experience with stories to match the time of night and atmosphere. This is not a ghost tour but you will be visited by several heroes of the village using modern technology.
Visiting historic locations in the southern end of the village the Germanic architecture will be explained. The immigrants flee from Prussia in 1838 which was perilous and full of drama. You’ll hear stores about these settlers as well as the Pioneer Women’s Walking Trail which was a nightly event commencing at midnight. Information and fun facts you won’t know without a local guide.
What’s to be found under the ‘ol pear tree? It’s not what you expect.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Easy to find location in the 38A Mount Barker Road (main street) of Hahndorf. Signage is clear. On the left hand side if you are travelling from Adelaide across the road and only 2mins from the Hahndorf Inn on right hand side which has large green and blue umbrellas out the front.
Itinerary
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This is where you will enjoy your meal prior to the tour. Occasionally there is live entertainment on Thursday, Friday or Saturday but this is not assured. This is the only place where you will have toilet facilities so please make use of them if needed before the tour component of your experience. There are several murals inside the facility and an original painting of the very famous Australian landscape artist, Sir Hans Heysen is able to be viewed along with some of his other artwods.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
This is the location where you will hear the story of the immigration of old Lutherans and their flee from their Prussian King. A story of courage, determination and strong faith.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Learn about germanic architecture, what materials were used, construction, changes in style etc at 2 or 3 locations depending on availability. Pioneer Womens Walk history This is not a ghost tour but there will be visits using electronic means by three special local historic characters during the tour.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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