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Dive into a 15-year period when a small German university town became the undisputed intellectual capital of the world. Between 1785 and 1806, Jena was a veritable pressure cooker for revolutionary philosophy, scandalous romances, and literary masterpieces. Discover how Goethe, Schiller, Hegel, and the brilliant women of Romanticism met and invented the modern spirit.
2.1 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 94 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in society, everyday life, and history memory
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Jena main station to Schiller's Garden House using local public transport. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Schiller's Garden House, Jena, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From Johannisfriedhof, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Jena Hauptbahnhof. The starting point is Johannisfriedhof, Jena, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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The retreat where Friedrich Schiller wrote his masterpieces and forged his legendary partnership with Goethe.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The historical founding site of the University of Jena, where idealistic philosophy was born in crowded lecture halls.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The epicenter of early Romanticism, where brilliant minds and scandalous affairs shaped a new European culture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The legendary publishing house and salon where the daily tea ritual fueled the intellectual discourse of Europe.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Goethe's living laboratory, where strict scientific observation combined with romantic poetic vision.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Goethe's modest retreat, which reveals the tension between his official courtly duties and his need for intellectual freedom.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The last resting place of important figures of Romanticism, which offers a moving reflection on mortality and legacy.
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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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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