500 years of the Reformation and Peasants' War - group tour
Mühlhausen is inextricably linked with Thomas Müntzer. He quickly became the most important theological leader of the Reformation movement and placed the town at the center of the Peasants' War in Thuringia. Stone evidence of this time can be found here at every turn, such as St. Mary's Church with the Müntzer memorial, the Müntzer monument at the Inner Women's Gate, the historic town hall with the Imperial City Archive and the Kornmarkt Church with the German Peasants' War Museum. The topic seems familiar, but it is worth taking a closer look at what happened when and where on our doorstep and who else played a role besides Thomas Müntzer. Heinrich Pfeiffer preached the first Protestant sermon as early as the beginning of 1523. Let's remember what happened 500 years ago and still has an impact today.
Duration: 1.5-2 hours with a tour of one of the sights from the inside
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Public guided tour of the old town of Mühlhausen
With its medieval flair, Mühlhausen is one of the most interesting towns in Thuringia. An almost completely preserved city wall, the town hall, eleven Gothic churches, winding alleys and town houses made of stone and...
show moreWith its medieval flair, Mühlhausen is one of the most interesting towns in Thuringia. An almost completely preserved city wall, the town hall, eleven Gothic churches, winding alleys and town houses made of stone and half-timbered as well as stone town houses determine the face of the city.
Discover the many sights and unique features of the old town on a guided tour. Friendly and competent city guides are awaiting for you. From them you will learn everything worth knowing, historical facts as well as, of course "little stories".
Meeting point is at the Tourist Information, Ratsstraße 20 in Mühlhausen. For more information about the guided tour, please call 03601- 40 47 70.
Public night tour through Mühlhausen
A night tour through the historic and winding streets of Mühlhausen is an experience of a special kind. In an atmosphere of past centuries, the night guide gives an insight into the eventful history of the medieval imperial city...
show moreA night tour through the historic and winding streets of Mühlhausen is an experience of a special kind. In an atmosphere of past centuries, the night guide gives an insight into the eventful history of the medieval imperial city of Mühlhausen. You will learn a lot of interesting facts. Registration for the tour is required in advance at the Tourist Information, Tel. 03601 404770. Here one receives also the coupons for the participation in the value of 10,00 € per person. Please note that it is not possible to visit the interior of the museum during the night tour. The duration of the tour is about 90 minutes. The meeting point is in front of the Tourist Information in Ratsstraße 20.
Public guided tour of the Imperial City Archive Mühlhausen
The core of the town hall was built around 1300, with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque extensions creating a unique ensemble of buildings in the middle of the old town. Particularly worth seeing are the hall, the Great Council...
show moreThe core of the town hall was built around 1300, with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque extensions creating a unique ensemble of buildings in the middle of the old town. Particularly worth seeing are the hall, the Great Council Chamber with Gothic paintings and the Imperial City Archive (1614), which found its place on the mezzanine floor of the south wing from 1615 and can be accessed from the Town Hall Hall. The interior of the historical archive rooms is particularly impressive. It was made between 1615 and 1648 and has been preserved in its original form. The cabinets and chests still store the files and town books from the imperial town period of Mühlhausen. Windows and doors show Renaissance paintings with plants, heads, angels and animals. The Latin and Greek inscriptions on the cabinets and walls refer to the relationship of the citizens to the state, to the archive and the archival activity. With the letters of the alphabet and the astronomical signs Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Star, Venus and Saturn the files in the Imperial City Archives are signed. With the help of a corresponding index, the archivist is able to find the files in case of need. The documents on display in the 34 showcases provide an interesting insight into the important history of the formerly free imperial city.
Guided tours of the Imperial City Archives take place every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 11:00 am. The duration is about 30 minutes, the cost is 5 euros per person. On display is a special exhibition with finds that came to light during the renovation work.
Public guided tour of the old town with a focus on "500 years of the R...
As part of the state exhibition "freiheyt 1525 - 500 Jahre Bauernkrieg" from 26.04.2025 to 19.10.2025 , a public guided tour of the old town is offered every 1st Sunday of the month at 11:00 a.m. with a focus on "500 Years of...
show moreAs part of the state exhibition "freiheyt 1525 - 500 Jahre Bauernkrieg" from 26.04.2025 to 19.10.2025 , a public guided tour of the old town is offered every 1st Sunday of the month at 11:00 a.m. with a focus on "500 Years of Reformation and Peasants' War". The meeting point for the tour is at the Mühlhausen Tourist Information office at Ratsstraße 20. Please register in advance. The participation fee is €8.00. Further information is available on: 03601 404770.
Short term city tour for individual travellers
Go on a discovery tour through our medieval city with a city guide. Learn interesting facts about the history of the historic imperial and Hanseatic city and marvel at the eleven medieval churches, the town hall, the walkable...
show moreGo on a discovery tour through our medieval city with a city guide. Learn interesting facts about the history of the historic imperial and Hanseatic city and marvel at the eleven medieval churches, the town hall, the walkable city wall as well as lovably renovated half-timbered and town houses.
This tour is suitable for all guests who decide to book a guided city tour at short notice. We will do our best to organise a guide for you, who will lead you through the city. However, we cannot guarantee that it will always be possible. Please also note that other guests may join the tour.
Special tours
Every year, the Tourist Information Mühlhausen offers numerous special, thematic guided tours for interested citizens and guests. During these tours, a specific period of the town's history is examined in depth. The topics are...
show moreEvery year, the Tourist Information Mühlhausen offers numerous special, thematic guided tours for interested citizens and guests. During these tours, a specific period of the town's history is examined in depth. The topics are very diverse and range from guided tours on the work of special personalities, such as that of Johann Sebastian Bach and the radical reformer Thomas Müntzer in the city, to guided tours on industrial culture, former Jewish life as well as the cemetery and funeral culture. Furthermore, tours in nature are also offered, where you can expand your knowledge about the local herbs. The special tours are planned every year. Topics that are in particular demand are continued and supplemented by more advanced tours. All dates can be found in the calendar of events of the city of Mühlhausen. Information is available from the team of the Tourist Information Mühlhausen under the phone number 03601 404770.
Adalbert's letter salad
With the brochure „Adalbert's Buchstabensalat“ (available free of charge at the Tourist Information Mühlhausen) the city can be explored individually. Following the principle of a city rally, questions about various sights have...
show moreWith the brochure „Adalbert's Buchstabensalat“ (available free of charge at the Tourist Information Mühlhausen) the city can be explored individually. Following the principle of a city rally, questions about various sights have to be answered. With puzzle fun, teamwork and active participation, children and their families get to know the town of Mühlhausen better and work out the solution word step by step. Boredom has no chance on this tour! This offer is suitable for children from 2nd grade to 5th grade. Younger children are also welcome to join in with the family.
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