1.5-hour  Nightwatchman walk in Medieval Lucerne
Activities

1.5-hour Nightwatchman walk in Medieval Lucerne

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$32.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the historic buildings in the city center
  • Learn about Lucerne in the middle ages with a guide
  • Explore narrow streets where demons and witches are said to have lived
What to expect

As the tour starts you hear the fire horn followed by the invocation pray. The Nightwatchman introduces himself and tells you about his hard life in the middle ages. You will have a detailed look into the Martiniplan and the first city map of Lucerne.

Delve into Lucerne’s ancient history on this 1.5-hour Nightwatchman walking tour. Follow a guide, dressed in medieval attire, through the streets of Lucerne and hear about life here in the Middle Ages. See the 16th-century Martiniplan — the city’s first map — and admire historic buildings still in place to this day. Hear colorful tales from Lucerne’s dark past, and explore narrow streets where demons and witches are said to dwell. With supporting images via projector and iPad along the way, see a side of medieval Lucerne that many visitors miss.

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What's included
  • check Walking tour with English-speaking, Medievally dressed Local Guide
  • check Media presentation
What's not included
  • x_not_included Transfers to/from meeting point
  • x_not_included Gratuities (optional)
Where

Rosengart Platz, 6004 Luzerne, Switzerland

Meeting point:
Meet your guide at Rosengartplatz on Rathausquai, next to the wooden Chapel Bridge, on the right-hand riverside.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • This experience is suitable for participants aged 13 years and over
  • The walking distance is approximately 1.6 km (1 mile) on mostly cobblestoned routes

Not allowed:

  • Not recommended for children under 13 years

Know in advance:

  • Tour duration: 90 minutes in summer, 60 minutes in winter
  • Maximum group size: 15 participants
  • Tour operates in all weather conditions
  • Language schedule:
    • Tuesdays: English only
    • Saturdays: Alternating between German and Swiss German
  • The booking calendar indicates the specific language for each tour date

Remember to bring:

  • Comfortable footwear suitable for cobblestoned streets
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Umbrella or rain gear in case of precipitation
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Provider
citytrip AG
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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