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- German
- English
Look behind the beautiful sandstone facades of Fürth and discover the two faces of industrial prosperity. This tour shows you how a modest craftsman's settlement transformed into a worldwide center for toys and mirrors. You will admire the glittering wealth of the Gründerzeit villas, but also enter the hidden, cramped courtyards where families toiled under toxic conditions. Discover the brilliant innovations, the devastating human costs, and the forgotten workers who built this glittering city.
3.4 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 105 min.
Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure innovation, and urbanism innovation
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Fürth main station with local public transport towards Waagplatz. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Waagplatz, Fürth, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From the former Eckart-Werke site, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Fürth main station. The starting point is the former Eckart-Werke site, Fürth, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The historical craft heart of Fürth, where early glassmakers and craftsmen established the city's reputation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Behind beautiful facades are hidden the backyards where the decentralized toy assembly took place in a small space.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A workers' street from the 19th century, where the massive health risks of early mirror making, especially mercury poisoning, claimed many victims.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The official archive of city history, which hosts exhibitions on goldsmiths, tin toys, and the mirror industry.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A magnificent promenade, lined with splendid Gründerzeit villas built by wealthy mirror and toy manufacturers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The legacy of the bronze powder factories, which were essential for the reflective back of mirrors and the glossy finish of tin toys.
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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