Bonn audio walking tour with historic landmarks and Beethoven House

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Discover Bonn at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour that reveals the rich history of one of Germany's most important cities. As you stroll through charming squares, historic streets, and impressive landmarks, you'll discover how Roman settlers, prince-electors, world-famous composers, and modern politicians have all left their mark on Bonn. Simply follow the route and enjoy engaging commentary that plays automatically at key locations along the way.With a history spanning more than 2,000 years, Bonn combines ancient heritage with cultural and political significance. During the tour, you'll pass some of the city's most iconic sights, including Bonn Minster, the Market Square, the Old Town Hall, Beethoven House, and the historic Sterntor gate. Each stop uncovers a different chapter of Bonn's story, from Roman origins and medieval legends to its role as the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven.Along the way, you'll learn about the city's fascinating past, admire its elegant architecture, and discover how Bonn became the former capital of West Germany. Combining history, culture, and local insight, this flexible audio experience is the perfect way to explore Bonn at your own rhythm.
Highlights
- It’s a self-guided walking tour through Bonn’s beautiful city centre
- You will discover 25+ stories, anecdotes and highlights with a virtual audio guide
- There will be captivating stories available in seven languages as you explore the city
- You will follow a walking route created by writers passionate about travel and history
- It’s a flexible tour you can download in advance and enjoy offline at any time
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Activity package
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Facilities
mobile
Available in English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Dutch
What's included
- Audio-guided tour
- Downloadable APP
Where you'll meet
Use the app to walk to the first stop on the route, located in Bonn Central Station. Your audio tour will begin there.
Operated by
City App Tour
Important information
* This activity requires a phone that is fully charged, with the CityAppTour app downloaded.
* You will receive a separate email and a WhatsApp/SMS from the provider (CityAppTour), with instructions on how to activate your tour.
* The average duration of the activity is is 2-3 hours. However, you have until the end of the next day to finish it. Enough time to take a break, visit a museum or have a drink.
* Walking distance: 4.6 km
* Number of stops/stories: 29