Heidelberg Audio Tour: Echoes of Legacy from Barracks to Cemeteries

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Beneath Heidelberg’s fairy-tale rooftops, shadows of rival armies and scientific secrets lie hidden in plain sight. This self-guided audio tour cracks open the city’s polished surface, leading you through alleyways where history made its loudest noise and quietest bargains.

What happened in Mountain Cemetery, when soldiers’ graves became a stage for bittersweet reunions after war? Why did Allied Command Europe Mobile Forces leave cryptic traces on Heidelberg’s streets, and who risked everything to send silent signals beneath the city walls? What sparked a notorious scandal behind the stately doors of Helmholtz-Gymnasium?

Feel tension linger in timeworn squares, stride past old watchposts, and let forgotten dramas resurface with every step. The city unfolds as a living theatre of ambition, betrayal, and hope, transforming your stroll into something far deeper than sightseeing.

The next story waits just around the corner. Are you ready to uncover Heidelberg’s hidden heart?

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• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 4.0 km (2.5 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 35min
  
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Helmholtz-Gymnasium Heidelberg, Mark Twain Village, Mountain Cemetery (Heidelberg)
  

Experience the charm of Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg'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 Heidelberg 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:

• 🏛️  Mark Twain Village (2min)
• ⛰️  Mountain Cemetery (Heidelberg) (4min)
• ⚱️  Crematorium (Bergfriedhof Heidelberg) (2min)
• ⚰️  Jewish Cemetery (Heidelberg, Bergfriedhof) (2min)
• 📍  Helmholtz-Gymnasium Heidelberg (2min)
• ⛪  Church of Hope (Heidelberg) (2min)
• ⛰️  Agaplesion Bethanien Hospital Heidelberg (3min)
• ⛪  Chapel (Heidelberg-Südstadt) (3min)
• 📍  St. Michael (Heidelberg) (3min)
• 🍻  Campbell Barracks (4min)
• 📍  Allied Command Europe Mobile Forces (2min)
• 🏠  Wavehouse (3min)
• 💧  Julius Springer School Heidelberg (2min)
• 🏛️  Mark Twain Village (3min)

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

Above photo: 3268zauber, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: DanMo231, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

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

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

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

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