Tübingen Trip Overview
The university town of Tübingen is picturesquely located in the Neckar valley between the Black Forest and the Swabian Jura. Travel in time and discover the old town dating back to the Middle Ages which stretches along the Neckar River and looks much as it would have in the 15th and 16th centuries.
The remarkably well-preserved medieval center contrasts with the colorful bustle and lively atmosphere of a young and cosmopolitan student’s town. Eberhard Karl’s University, one of Germany’s most famous and oldest universities, marks the city to our day. Enjoy this fascinating city with its rich history in a tour that covers all the major highlights.
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: Tübingen, Germany
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
The university town of Tübingen is picturesquely located in the Neckar valley between the Black Forest and the Swabian Jura. Travel in time and discover the old town dating back to the Middle Ages which stretches along the Neckar River and looks much as it would have in the 15th and 16th centuries.
The remarkably well-preserved medieval center contrasts with the colorful bustle and lively atmosphere of a young and cosmopolitan student’s town. Eberhard Karl’s University, one of Germany’s most famous and oldest universities, marks the city to our day. Enjoy this fascinating city with its rich history in a tour that covers all the major highlights.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Historische Altstadt Tubingen, Nonnengasse 19, 72070 Tubingen, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany
You will learn about the Stockerkahn tradition and the notable residents and scholars.
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Holderlin’s Tower (Holderlinturm), Bursagasse 6, 72070 Tubingen, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany
You will learn about the importance of the Middle Ages in this city, and how the town survived the WWII
Pass By: St. George’s Collegiate Church, Tubingen, Holzmarkt., Tubingen, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany
You will learn about the famous students of the Protestant collegiate
Pass By: Schloss Hohentuebingen, Burgsteige 11, 72070 Tubingen, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany
You will learn about the history of Castle Hohentübingen
Stop At: Market Square (Marktplatz), 72070 Tubingen, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany
You will learn about the Stockerkahn tradition
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Town Hall (Rathaus), Marktpl., 72070 Tubingen, Baden-Wurttemberg Germany
History of the town hall
