On this guided tour of Landau in the Palatinate, discover the historic old town, major sights, and the fascinating past of this former fortified city. Over the course of about 120 minutes, you’ll enjoy a varied walking tour through Landau that combines history, architecture, and entertaining anecdotes. The tour is designed as a group tour in Landau and is ideal for clubs, companies, tour groups, and private events.
This historical city tour of Landau takes you to selected sites that have shaped Landau’s cityscape and development to this day. Accompanied by experienced tour guides, you’ll explore the Old Town and learn how Landau evolved from a medieval settlement into an important fortified city. Along the way, you’ll gain fascinating insights into historical events, architectural features, and life in the city both past and present.
One of the highlights of the Landau city tour is St. Catherine’s Chapel, whose historic murals offer a unique glimpse into the past. At the Old Department Store, you’ll discover a depiction of the Landau carriage and learn more about its history and significance. Town Hall Square is also part of the tour: once a parade ground, it tells the story of the city’s military and political past, particularly during the French occupation. Another highlight is the German Gate, which still serves as a reminder of Landau’s history as a former fortified city.
This guided tour of Landau’s Old Town combines historical knowledge with a lively and engaging narrative style. You’ll experience the city’s history firsthand and discover the Old Town’s most important sights in an entertaining way. If you’d like to get to know Landau and learn more about its development into a fortified city, this tour is the perfect place to start. The meeting point is the Alte Messeplatz.
Old Fairgrounds (Google Maps)
Professional tour guides will share the history of Landau in the Palatinate with you, combining charm and expertise. Discover the following on the city tour:
Upon request, we offer this city tour in various foreign languages. We charge an additional fee of €20 for this service. Please let us know your preferred language when you make your request.
