Goslar - Imperial History, Medieval Heritage & UNESCO Treasures

4.7
(12 reviews)
Hannover, Germany

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Discover, admire and explore Goslar’s imperial landmarks, medieval streets, historic market squares and beautifully preserved half-timbered houses. Uncover the influence of Rammelsberg’s mining wealth and experience the unique atmosphere of a UNESCO World Heritage city shaped by more than a thousand years of history.

What's Included

Private guided tour
Gratuities and refreshments

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At Kunstwerk, in front of the town hall, your tour guide shall be waiting with a signboard.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Imperial Palace of Goslar

    Begin at Goslar’s magnificent Imperial Palace, one of the city’s most important landmarks. Discover how Goslar became a centre of imperial power during the Holy Roman Empire and admire its impressive Romanesque architecture.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore the surviving Domvorhalle, the former entrance to the Imperial Palace’s collegiate church. Continue to St. Ulrich’s Chapel and discover these important remnants of Goslar’s medieval imperial complex.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Goslar

    Enter Goslar’s historic centre and wander through its atmospheric medieval streets. Admire the city’s remarkable collection of around 1,500 historic half-timbered houses and learn how mining wealth helped Goslar prosper.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Discover the historic Market Square, the heart of Goslar’s old town. Admire the Town Hall, Market Church, historic guild buildings and impressive façades surrounding this medieval square.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    See the famous Market Fountain, crowned by its distinctive golden imperial eagle. Learn how the monument reflects Goslar’s historic connection with imperial authority and mining wealth.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Admire Goslar’s historic Town Hall and the imposing towers of the Market Church of St. Cosmas and Damian. Together, these landmarks create one of the city’s most recognisable historic views.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Rathaus-Glockenspiel

    Experience Goslar’s famous carillon and its animated mining figures. Discover how the display brings the story of Rammelsberg’s mining heritage to life.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Walk through the atmospheric Schuhhof and surrounding historic streets. Discover the world of medieval merchants, craftsmen and guilds while admiring the distinctive architecture of this former commercial quarter.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Explore remnants of Goslar’s medieval fortifications and discover how the wealthy city protected itself. Admire the Breite Tor and learn about the defensive system that once surrounded the historic centre.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culture
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