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Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour

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Join an open walk about medieval horror, undead and dark folk beliefs in Uppsala. Hear about folk beliefs such as mylings, the church mask and the curses of the rivers as well as the forest council, evil sudden death and when the plague came to Uppsala.
You will also discover the medieval undead, learn more about Uppsala's plague year 1709-11 and hear about executions and evil sudden death on Galgbacken in a walk around the cathedral and the small square, from the 14th century, in Uppsala. Leading the tour is an authorized Uppsala guide.
Collection at Riddartorget in Uppsala.

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  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Gratitudes
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Riddartorget
Uppsala, Sweden

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What To Expect

Uppsala Domkyrka

Meet your guide and get a walk in the city of Uppsala, its dark past, medieval undead and dark folk beliefs.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fyris

At Fyrisån and Lilla torget, created in the 14th century, it will be around the neck, the lake and other water creatures as well as executions and what parts of the gallows can be used for magic as beheadings often took place in the square.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Uppsala County

At St. Erik's square and the consistory house, you will hear about the plague's entry into Uppsala 1709-1711.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gustavianum - Uppsala University Museum

Here it will be fairies, love magic and if the anatomical theater Olof Rudbeck built etc.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city – open tour?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city – open tour?
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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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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The following is included:
  • All Fees and Taxes.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratitudes.
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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