Historical Walking Tour of Munich with Alun Evans
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Walking on mostly flat terrain; good mobility recommended
Overview
Delve into Munich’s layered past on this eye-opening walking tour that traces the city’s ties to Nazi history, guided by expert Alun Evans. Discover significant sites and historic insights in just two hours.
Munich and The Third Reich Walking Tour
For all ages! • 2 Hours • Munich: birthplace of the Nazi Party
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About This Adventure
Discover Munich's complex history on a captivating two-hour walking tour that reveals the city's ties to Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party. Led by an experienced guide, explore significant sites while learning about Munich's evolution from its founding to the present, making this a thought-provoking and memorable experience.
Get to know Munich's history!
Duration
2 Hours
About
Experience a walking tour through Munich focusing on the City's association with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party. The tour draws together modern Munich with its more sinister past which is not obvious to the casual visitor. Your highly experienced native English speaking guide will lead you through this beautiful city, pointing out structures pertaining to the period whilst interweaving a biography of Hitler and his life in Munich.
Itinerary
You will be met by your friendly guide on Marienplatz the famous main square in the city. Your guide will brief you on how the tour will run and be ready to answer any questions you may have. You will receive a historical overview starting with the founding of Munich in the 12th century up to the modern-day. You will learn how Munich was the birthplace of the Nazi party and have the building where Hitler joined the german worker's party.
On the walk through the city you will see:
Marienplatz New town hall Old town hall Viktualienmarkt Hotel Törbau Beer and oktoberfest museum bar The Hofbrauhaus Residenz Odeonsplatz The Feldhernhalle Brienner Straße Site of the ol Wittlesbach Palais New documentation centre for National Socisalism Königsplatz
The tour will end at Königsplatz where you will have the option of being escorted to the main station or picking up your own agenda.
What to bring
Please wear comfortable walking shoes Wear appropriate clothing for the weather It is advisable to bring some food and drink with you
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes
Walking through historic sites on uneven cobblestones requires good footwear.
Bring a notebook
Jot down insights or questions as you learn about Munich’s complex history.
Stay respectful
Observe the sites and stories with sensitivity to their historical significance.
Allocate enough time
Allow at least two hours to fully experience the tour without rushing.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Birds such as sparrows and pigeons
- City squirrels in parks
History
Munich played a central role in the rise of Nazi Germany, with sites linked to Hitler’s early years and rallies shaping world history.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes respectful remembrance and aims to promote awareness of Munich’s historical lessons.
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Adventure Hotspots in Munich
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
To comfortably navigate historic streets and cobblestones.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walk.
Notebook and pen
To jot down notes or questions.
Camera or smartphone
Capture memorable sites along the route.