Wörlitz

Architectural self-guided audio tour in Görlitz

Embark on a journey of architectural splendour with this self-guided audio tour through the heart of Görlitz's Old Town. Perfect for history enthusiasts and architecture admirers, this tour invites you to witness the evolution of styles and stories embedded in the town's iconic buildings. From Gothic churches to Renaissance masterpieces, the path you'll take is lined with visual treasures waiting to be explored.The adventure starts at the Holy Trinity Church with its sky-high spire and ends at the peaceful grounds of the St. Marienthal Abbey. Along the route, stops like the Whispering Arch and the Görlitz Department Store will pique your curiosity and capture your imagination. With the added convenience of exploring at your own pace, you'll comfortably connect with the town's rich history and impressive facades.Highlights of this tour include testing the uncanny acoustics of the Whispering Arch, admiring the mixed architectural styles of the Town Hall, and marvelling at the Pfarrkirche St. Peter und Paul's Sun Organ. Each step on this tour is not just a movement through the cobbled streets but also a step back in time, revealing layers of Görlitz's storied past.

Discover the old town of Görlitz by scavenger hunt

How to discover the old town of Görlitz individually: with a scavenger hunt as a city tour! Start when you want and take as many people as you like with you. Together you puzzle your way through the city and discover 11 great sights and places, at your own pace. The film industry made it "Görliwood", there is only a bridge to Poland and Napoleon was already here. During the tour you can take a break, pause or watch more at any time. We will send you a box. In this you will first find the starting point, plus sealed envelopes with puzzles and directions to the next station. There is also an information card for each attraction. IMPORTANT: Please choose an appointment so far in the future that we have time to send you the box. Write us your full address by email at the end of the booking. The price is for one box including shipping! Shipping time about 3-5 working days.

Görlitz Private Guided Walking Tour

Görlitz is a beautiful easterly town in Germany which has over 3,500 architectural monuments spanning 500 years. Medieval buildings, art nouveau architecture can be found in this small town of only 50 thousand inhabitants. Görlitz’s medieval architecture was saved from the bombings of the Second World War but still has grand streets, squares of the late 19th century and ornate art nouveau houses enough to leave an impression. Pass along the beautiful Schönhof, the oldest civil Renaissance building in Germany, a former brewery and one of the most splendid buildings in the town. Discover the St Peter and Paul Parish Church, built between 1425 and 1497. This is the largest church in Saxony, Its towers are visible from the historical old town. See the Reichenbacher Turm, where you can climb 165 steps to the top of this fortification tower and have a great view of the city. Discover the highlights of the beautiful city of Gorlitz and have a taste of the local beer.