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Offered languages
- German
- English
This is not just a tour for fans of Tokio Hotel. It is a journey into the heart of a city that has reinvented itself and the story of four teenagers who gave this reinvention a worldwide soundtrack. Join us through the [Magdeburg] (/ˈmakdəbʊʁk/) of the post-reunification period, from the quiet banks of the Elbe to the railway station that marked a point from which there was no turning back. Discover how a German provincial city rich in history and rebuilding after its past became the unlikely cradle of an international pop rock phenomenon. This is a story about ambition, identity and the echo that a dream can leave in his hometown.
- 5.4 km self-guided tour with 5 stops over 135 min.
- Ideal for anyone interested in pop culture & media landscapes and pop culture & media
- Exciting podcast-style narration by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Magdeburg Hauptbahnhof take the local public transport towards Petriförder (Elbe promenade). From the nearest stop, walk the last few minutes to Petriförder (Elbpromenade), Magdeburg, Germany.
From Hot Rats Records first walk to the nearest stop and take the local public transport back to Magdeburg Hauptbahnhof. Starting point is Hot Rats Records, Magdeburg, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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A picturesque place to talk about Magdeburg's identity as a city of rebirth and how this environment shaped the band's origins.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
As a symbol of the departure, this station marks the band's transition from a local group to a global phenomenon, leaving behind their homeland.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The seat of the local newspaper, representing the role of the media in its history, from the first local articles to the global media frenzy.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
As the heart of Magdeburg nightlife, this square represents the social and cultural context of the band's youth in the early 2000s.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
An independent record store that represents the last step in a musician's dream : to see their own art as a tangible product on the shelves.
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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