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- German
- English
Dive into the scars and triumphs of a city that was forced to erase its past to survive in the future. This captivating audio journey sheds light on the wondrous, but also deeply compromised, reconstruction of Heilbronn after the war. Discover how a devastating firestorm brought about a modern, car-friendly metropolis, and uncover the hidden tensions between historical memory and brutalist pragmatism.
- 1.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 81 min.
- Ideal for everyone interested in history, memory, and urbanism innovation
Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Heilbronn main station take local transport towards Hafenmarktturm. A few minutes walk from the next stop to the harbor market tower and memorial. Check the current connection on the travel day with the local transport association.
Walk from Berliner Platz (location of the Old City Theater) to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Heilbronn Hauptbahnhof. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
A tower from the 14th century that survived the firestorm of 1944 and now serves as a poignant memorial to the victims.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The city's landmark, which was painstakingly restored over 30 years and contrasts with the surrounding functional architecture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A street significantly widened after the war, symbolizing the 1950s vision of a modern, car-friendly city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The town hall has a restored Renaissance facade that conceals a stark, pragmatic post-war concrete interior.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
One of the few surviving historic stone buildings, which illustrates the devastating loss of the town's wooden half-timbered houses.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
A modern traffic hub where a magnificent pre-war theater once stood – a symbol of the cultural sacrifices made for the rapid reconstruction.
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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