Wels Audio Tour: Clock Towers, Castles, and Curious Corners

Above photo: Gerhard Anzinger, Wels, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

A Renaissance castle rises above cobblestones, its silent walls concealing more than four centuries of power struggles and intrigue. Wels is a city shaped by ambition, scandal, and whispered secrets—far beyond what most tourists ever glimpse.

Follow this self-guided audio tour through winding streets and hidden corners. Unlock stories that linger in the stone and shadows, revealing unexpected drama behind the city’s familiar landmarks.

Why did Polheim Castle shelter a forbidden meeting that changed Wels forever? Who risked everything in the parish church’s darkest moment, and what relic once disappeared without a trace? Was Welios truly the site of a scientific experiment gone strangely awry?

Move from echoing halls to bustling markets to reveal rebellions, lost inventions and silent betrayals. Trace the footsteps of revolutionaries and visionaries alike. By journey's end, the city transforms—layers of history unfurling beneath your feet.

Uncover the secrets beneath Wels. Press play and walk into the heart of hidden stories.

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• Duration: 1 hour 23 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.8 km (2.4 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 30min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Christuskirche (Wels), only a 9 minute walk from Wels Train Station
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Wels Pr*son, Wels parish church, Wels Castle
  

Experience the charm of Wels 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 Wels'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 Wels 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:

• 📍  Christuskirche (Wels) (3min)
• 🏦  Volksbank Oberösterreich (3min)
• 🎭  Stadttheater Greif (4min)
• 📍  Alter Schlachthof (Wels) (4min)
• 📍  Wels Pr*son (2min)
• 🦁  Wels Zoo (4min)
• 📍  Welios (4min)
• 🏰  Polheim Castle (Wels) (3min)
• 📍  Ledererturm (2min)
• 🌳  Town square (Wels) (3min)
• ⛪  Wels parish church (3min)
• 🏰  Wels Castle (2min)

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

Above photo: de:Montag, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.5. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: C.Stadler/Bwag, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Tigerente, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Gerhard Anzinger, Wels, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Florian Mayerhofer, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. 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  • 

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🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 

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🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 

🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 

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🇸🇰 Slovak  • 

🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 

🇸🇴 Somali  • 

🇰🇪 Swahili  • 

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🇹🇭 Thai  • 

🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 

🇵🇰 Urdu  • 

🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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