Karlsruhe - built from dreams. A walk through the fan-shaped city.
Welcome to your captivating tour through enchanting Karlsruhe! Over the next 90 to 120 minutes, you can expect a journey full of gripping stories and amusing anecdotes.
We begin our exploration at the imposing Karlsruhe Palace, the central point of the city. Find out why Karlsruhe is known as the "fan-shaped city" and how the dream of Margrave Karl Wilhelm influenced the shape of the city.
As we move through the city, we will take you on a journey through Karlsruhe's history. Learn about the turbulent times during and after the Second World War and experience how the city became an important location for German courts. Listen to the fascinating details about Karlsruhe's development under the reign of Karl Friedrich, an enlightened monarch who promoted the arts, sciences and education.
Finally, we discover the "Via Triumphalis" - a historic boulevard that begins at the palace and has its symbolic center here at the market square. The former Concordia Church and the impressive stone pyramid provide an insight into the city's fascinating architectural history.
Our tour continues to the town hall on the market square, an outstanding example of classicism, built by the renowned architect Friedrich Weinbrenner. Learn how the town hall has been renovated and restored over the years to preserve its historic charm.
Look forward to an eventful tour of Karlsruhe, spiced up with knowledge, humor and exciting anecdotes. Get ready to discover the beauty and history of this unique city!
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Discover the fascinating history of the 'fan-shaped city' and find out how a nap inspired the founding of Karlsruhe.
Experience exciting stories right in front of the majestic Karlsruhe Palace and take a look at Germany's most important court.
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0.6 km
30 min
on foot, bicycle
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