Essen Audio Tour: A Journey Through Time and Faith

Above photo: Essen_2011_66.jpg, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

A cinema palace where legends lit the screen. A Gothic minster echoing with secrets beneath centuries-old stones. Essen’s city center brims with stories hidden behind every door and plaza.

This self-guided audio tour is your backstage pass to the city’s untold history. Uncover places and scandals other visitors miss while drifting at your own pace through alleys both grand and shadowy.

What stopped a rebellion in the very halls of Haus der Technik? Which treasure vanished from Essen Minster without a trace? Why was a single night at Lichtburg enough to spark headlines across Germany?

Follow invisible threads from church crypts to modernist facades. Feel drama unfold under neon signs and ancient arches as past and present collide with every step.

Curiosity burns brighter than city lights. Ready to unlock Essen’s secret stories right beneath your feet? The first clue waits just ahead.

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• Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 2.0 km (1.2 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 38min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Hauptpost Essen, only a 3 minute walk from Essen Central Station
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Lichtburg (Essen), Haus der Technik (Essen), Hotel Handelshof
  

Experience the charm of Essen-Stadtkern 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 Essen-Stadtkern'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:

• 📮  Hauptpost Essen (4min)
• 🏨  Hotel Handelshof (4min)
• 📍  Haus der Technik (Essen) (2min)
• 📍  Essener Hof (2min)
• 📍  Glockenspiel (Essen) (3min)
• 🏰  Burgplatz (Essen) (4min)
• 🏰  Lichtburg (Essen) (3min)
• 📍  Blum-Haus (Essen) (3min)
• 📍  St.-Quintins-Kapelle (2min)
• 📍  Essen Minster (3min)
• 📍  Marktkirche (Essen) (4min)
• ⚔️  KZ-Außenlager Schwarze Poth (2min)
• 📍  Rathaus Essen (1878–1964) (3min)
• 📍  Kopstadtplatz (2min)
• 📍  Kreuzeskirche (Essen) (2min)

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

Above photo: Wiki05, Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Tuxyso, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Essen_2011_66.jpg, 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  • 

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🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 

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🇹🇷 Turkish  • 

🇮🇳 Hindi  • 

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