Saalfeld city gates with adventure exhibitions

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1 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 1 more

With the combination ticket “From gate to gate” you have access to all Saalfeld city gates. They are completely flexible in time. The city gates are open daily from 9am to 6pm. The ticket is valid for 90 days from the first entry. So you can visit the gates in peace and quiet for several days in a row.

Join the Nuremberg merchant Georg Pelzer on his journey in 1610. With his entourage he is on his way over the old trade route towards Leipzig. In the process, he goes from one misfortune to the next. Will they make it in time? Find out more...

UPPER GATE: Never travel without risk.

DARRTOR: Of villains, executioners and executioners.

SAALTOR: A herb has grown against everything.

BLANKENBURG GOAL: United in guilds, refined by craftsmanship.

What's Included

Admission to all 4 Saalfeld city gates

Meeting and pickup

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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    During a visit to this gate, you will learn how strangers were greeted in the city around 1600 and under what conditions they were admitted. Experience the reception by gatekeeper Heinrich, who watches over who is allowed to enter the city. He asks about the where, where and why of staying in Saalfeld. Those who pass this check will receive the coveted pass.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This is where things get serious: It goes to prison – but today only visits. City Clerk Cyriakus Pfaler explains the evolution of case law over the centuries and has a tricky case to solve: “How can an apparent fraud be punished without lashing out at the wealthy Nuremberg merchant whose services the city needs?” Reflecting on this, the legal understanding of the time becomes clear.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    It comes as it must: Konrad Pelzer, the merchant's son, suddenly falls seriously ill. Good advice is expensive now. The city physicist and also Grete Wagnerin, a Saalfeld herbalist, are called. You know some advice and many helping tinctures, ointments and infusions. How were people treated then? And what were their chances of recovery? In the hall gate you can help the wise Wagnerin. In addition, the exhibition offers valuable information on the medical history, herbalism and healing methods of the time.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Half the town meets at the Bärenwirt. Fair guests tell the latest news, guildmasters come over for a beer and journeymen gamble away their wages paid to Michaelis. Councillors stop in and keep an eye on the serving order. Traders hope to forge a good deal. Musicians play, a miner looks for Handel and a whore makes the strangers beautiful eyes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Saalfelder Feengrotten und Tourismus GmbH

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Museum Tickets & Passes
Historical Tours
Skip the line Tickets
Attractions & Museums
Museums
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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