2-Day Marburg Cultural Walking Tour

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Marburg, Germany

Duration
2 days
Dates
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Budget
Medium
Activity
Medium
Travel mode
Walking

Description

Marburg is a picturesque university town in central Hesse known for its hilltop castle, storybook old town, and connection to the Brothers Grimm. Marburg's charming alleys, half-timbered houses, and vibrant student scene make it a delightful city for walking and cultural exploration.

Highlights
  • Marburger Schloss (Landgrafenschloss)
  • Altstadt (Old Town)
  • Elisabethkirche
  • Grimm-Dich-Pfad (Grimm Path)
  • Botanischer Garten
  • Oberstadt (Upper Town)
  • Lahn river promenade

Itinerary

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Marburger Schloss (Landgrafenschloss)

09:30 - 11:30

Schloss 1, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Tour the castle museum and enjoy city views.

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Oberstadt (Upper Town)

11:40 - 13:00

Oberstadt, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Walk the winding lanes, explore boutiques, and enjoy the architecture.

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Café Vetter

13:10 - 14:30

Reitgasse 4, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Lunch break – try Hessian cuisine and homemade cakes.

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Elisabethkirche

14:40 - 15:40

Elisabethstraße 3, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Admire the stained glass and learn about the church's history.

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Grimm-Dich-Pfad (Grimm Neverland Trail)

15:50 - 17:10

Start: Marktplatz, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Follow the walking path and discover fairy tale scenes across town.

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Bückingsgarten Restaurant

18:30 - 20:00

Bismarckstraße 20, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Dinner overlooking the city and castle.

Directions Map

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Botanischer Garten Marburg (Old Town Botanical Garden)

09:30 - 11:00

Pilgrimstein 3, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Morning stroll and garden exploration.

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Stadthallen Promenade / Lahn River Path

11:10 - 12:00

Uferstraße, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Walk by the Lahn River, enjoy peaceful views.

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Altes Brauhaus Restaurant

12:15 - 13:30

Weidenhäuser Str. 68, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Lunch with regional specialties.

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Chemikum Marburg (optional, for science interest)

13:45 - 15:00

Bahnhofstraße 7, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Interactive exhibits. Optional, fits leisure pace.

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Marktplatz Marburg

15:15 - 16:00

Marktplatz, 35037 Marburg, Germany

Relax at local cafés or shop before departure.

Directions Map

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