Essen Audio Tour: A Journey Through Innovation, Heritage, and Art

Above photo: Wiki05, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

A chemical formula sparked revolutions and conspiracies right here in the heart of Essen. Behind sleek façades and bustling streets lie stories that can change how you see an entire city.

This self-guided audio tour lets you walk Südviertel at your own pace, unlocking hidden corners, overlooked architecture, and extraordinary tales most visitors miss entirely.

What secret codes once passed through Degussa’s walls with deadly urgency? Which political duel inside the Ruhr Regional Association shifted power across Europe? And why did a student prank at FOM – University of Economics and Management spiral into a citywide scandal?

Travel from shadowy alleys to bold institutions, tracing the footsteps of industrial moguls, radicals, and visionaries. Each turn crackles with drama and discovery as Essen reveals its secret heart beneath modern progress.

Take your first steps—who knows which story will rewrite your image of the city forever?

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• Duration: 1 hour 28 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.0 km (2.5 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 30min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Cemetery at Kettwiger Tor, only a 2 minute walk from Essen Central Station
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Degussa, Ruhr Regional Association, FOM – University of Economics and Management
  

Experience the charm of Südviertel like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Südviertel's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Essen on your terms.

It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• ⚰️  Cemetery at Kettwiger Tor (4min)
• 🎓  FOM – University of Economics and Management (2min)
• 📍  Evonik Oxeno (4min)
• 📍  Degussa (4min)
• 📍  Ruhr Regional Association (3min)
• 📍  Emschergenossenschaft (3min)
• 📍  St. Engelbert (Essen) (4min)
• 🎨  Stadtgarten Essen (2min)
• ⛪  Church of the Redeemer (Essen) (4min)
• 📍  Filmstudio Glückauf (3min)
• ⛰️  Baumhof workers' colony (4min)
• 📍  Stadtwerke Essen (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Unbekannte Autoren und Grafiker; Scan vom EDHAC e.V., Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wiki05, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 

🇫🇷 French  • 

🇪🇸 Spanish  • 

🇩🇪 German  • 

🇮🇹 Italian  • 

🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 

🇷🇺 Russian  • 

🇯🇵 Japanese  • 

🇨🇳 Chinese  • 

🇳🇱 Dutch  • 

🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 

🇸🇦 Arabic  • 

🇰🇷 Korean  • 

🇸🇪 Swedish  • 

🇩🇰 Danish  • 

🇫🇮 Finnish  • 

🇵🇱 Polish  • 

🇨🇿 Czech  • 

🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 

🇬🇷 Greek  • 

🇹🇷 Turkish  • 

🇮🇳 Hindi  • 

🇦🇱 Albanian  • 

🇪🇹 Amharic  • 

🇦🇲 Armenian  • 

🇧🇩 Bengali  • 

🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 

🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 

🇲🇲 Burmese  • 

🇪🇸 Catalan  • 

🇭🇷 Croatian  • 

🇪🇪 Estonian  • 

🇬🇪 Georgian  • 

🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 

🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 

🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 

🇮🇳 Kannada  • 

🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 

🇱🇻 Latvian  • 

🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 

🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 

🇲🇾 Malay  • 

🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 

🇮🇳 Marathi  • 

🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 

🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 

🇮🇷 Persian  • 

🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 

🇷🇴 Romanian  • 

🇷🇸 Serbian  • 

🇸🇰 Slovak  • 

🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 

🇸🇴 Somali  • 

🇰🇪 Swahili  • 

🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 

🇮🇳 Tamil  • 

🇮🇳 Telugu  • 

🇹🇭 Thai  • 

🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 

🇵🇰 Urdu  • 

🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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