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- German
- English
Dive into a city that refused to bend. Surrounded by hostile counts and dukes and devastated by apocalyptic fires, Reutlingen forged its own destiny. On this captivating journey, you will discover how a stubbornly independent free imperial city used political cunning, massive stone fortifications, and the rushing water of the Echaz to build an economic powerhouse at the foot of the Swabian Alb. From medieval sieges to the ashes of 1726 – discover the defiant spirit of a city that rebuilt itself time and again.
2.3 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 98 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in history, memory, and urbanism innovation
Excitingly tells in a podcast style from experts and locals
Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Reutlingen main station to Tübinger Tor using local public transport. It is only a few minutes walk from the nearest stop. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
Walk from Pomologie to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Reutlingen main station. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
A massive gate from the 13th century, which stands as a monument to Reutlingen's relentless independence and military defiance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Marienkirche
A breathtaking Gothic church that miraculously survived the devastating city fire of 1726 and became a symbol of resilience.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The historic bourgeois center with a fountain from Emperor Maximilian II, which symbolizes the city's direct loyalty to the Holy Roman Empire.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
One of the oldest surviving stone buildings, which reveals the domestic life of the patrician class and the tensions of the urban administration.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A massive agricultural warehouse from 1518 that survived the great fire and later transformed into a textile factory and an art museum.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Zunftbrunnen
The banks of the Echaz, the economic lifeblood of the city, and the guild fountain, which celebrates the historical crafts.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
A historical park with a wide view of the Achalm, illustrating how geography shaped the fate of the city.
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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