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Scary tour with the executioner's daughter through Heidelberg's alleys

New To The Site! Heidelberg, Germany

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The Middle Ages - Witches burning on the Neckar. Whores and thieves ply their trade at the Old Bridge, and the executioner offers his bloody services according to an exact price list. Discover the dark side of the romantic old town alongside the executioner's daughter. Listen to the stories of scary crimes and cruel punishments. You'll be amazed what you could make from cremating witches or cutting off ears!

Our team of art historians, archaeologists and cultural scholars provides ambitious and profound insights into our past, but always with the proverbial wink. High-quality costumes and museum replicas of jewellery, weapons and everyday objects are used in accordance with the proven English “Living History Concept” and, together with the exciting guiding content, provide a picture of living, first-hand experience of history.

What's Included

  • Provision of costume and equipment for the guide
  • Authentically costumed city guide
  • 1.5-hour guided tour of Heidelberg's Old Town
  • Snacks
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Meeting Location

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Kornmarkt
69117 Heidelberg, Germany

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What To Expect

Kornmarkt

From here you have a magnificent view of Heidelberg Castle.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Market Square (Marktplatz)

Public executions and corporal punishments took place on Heidelberg's market square until the 19th century.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

Find out what the pretzels on the church wall are all about.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hotel Zum Ritter

The Renaissance building, is the only civic building that survived the great fire of 1693 during the War of the Palatine Succession.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mittelbadgasse

The street is named after a public bathing room, the former middle bath. In the bathroom alleys were various bathing rooms.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)

The Old Bridge of Neckar Valley Sandstone was built in 1788 under Elector Karl Theodore as the ninth bridge in total on this site. Today it is one of Heidelberg's most famous sights and landmarks.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bruckenaffe

The predecessor of today's bridge monkey sat grinning in the niche of the old monkey tower and greeted every stranger mockingly. The tower and figure sank into the depths of the Neckar when the city was destroyed. Instead of him, the new bridge monkey now holds the golden mirror to visitors and welcomes them with a mocking poem that is said to have stood under the original monkey.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Studentenkarzer

The first Heidelberg Karzer was established in 1545. Those detained here were allowed to buy food and drinks from the surrounding inns (at their own expense, of course) and also had regular release for longer sentences.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Universitätsplatz

Old University, New University, University Library The former Paradeplatz or Ludwigsplatz extends west and south of the Old University and is bounded on the south by the New University. It is located on the main road and covers the foundations of the former Augustinian monastery. Along the western edge of the square, Grabengasse illustrates the course of the first city fortification.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hexenturm

Today, the Witch Tower is the only surviving defensive tower of Heidelberg's medieval city fortifications, which is now located in the area of the New University. The name refers to the period of witch persecution.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Church (Peterskirche)

St. Peter's Church is Heidelberg's oldest church and was built even before the city was probably founded in 1220 or a little earlier: In 1196 St. Peter can be inferred from a document, which at the same time represents the first documentary mention of the village Heidelberg.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for small children due to theme
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Scary tour with the executioner’s daughter through Heidelberg’s alleys?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Provision of costume and equipment for the guide
  • Authentically costumed city guide
  • 1.5-hour guided tour of Heidelberg's Old Town
  • Snacks

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not suitable for small children due to theme
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • • The listed attractions are not visited from the inside, so there are no admission fees.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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