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Self-Guided Audio Tour to the Dark Side of Zurich
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Zürich
About
What do people usually say about Zurich? Switzerland's financial heart... The city of bankers and shoppers... The streets where everyone is in a hurry...
We invite you to get to know a radically different Zurich.
Think 500 years back and imagine a medieval city with medieval customs. An executioner lives somewhere nearby, across the street they are taking a woman suspected of witchcraft to prison, and not very far away the city council is deciding on how to execute the guy who stole four bags of salt.
Do you want to see and find out where people were tortured in Zurich and how, where the pillory was located and where executions took place? We will not only guide you through the key places...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Stories about how main sights of the city are related to witch-hunt and executions
Qualitative audio guide recorded by a professional speaker with an amazing deep voice
Clear explanation of the route with photos and detailed directions
You will need to have your own mobile phone with internet and headset
There will be no live guide. Instead, you'll explore the city using the link provided after booking
If you decide to see the Fraumunster from inside, the visit will be subject to entrance fee of CHF 5
Meeting Points
Departure
Paradeplatz
At the designated meeting point, there won't be a live guide present. We invite you to commence this self-guided tour using the link provided at the time of booking.
Return
Herkulesbrunnen
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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What do people usually say about Zurich? Switzerland's financial heart... The city of bankers and shoppers... The streets where everyone is in a hurry...
We invite you to get to know a radically different Zurich.
Think 500 years back and imagine a medieval city with medieval customs. An executioner lives somewhere nearby, across the street they are taking a woman suspected of witchcraft to prison, and not very far away the city council is deciding on how to execute the guy who stole four bags of salt.
Do you want to see and find out where people were tortured in Zurich and how, where the pillory was located and where executions took place? We will not only guide you through the key places...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 2 hours
Offered in Russian (Русский) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Stories about how main sights of the city are related to witch-hunt and executions
Qualitative audio guide recorded by a professional speaker with an amazing deep voice
Clear explanation of the route with photos and detailed directions
You will need to have your own mobile phone with internet and headset
There will be no live guide. Instead, you'll explore the city using the link provided after booking
If you decide to see the Fraumunster from inside, the visit will be subject to entrance fee of CHF 5
Meeting Points
Departure
Paradeplatz
At the designated meeting point, there won't be a live guide present. We invite you to commence this self-guided tour using the link provided at the time of booking.
Return
Herkulesbrunnen
Itinerary
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Paradeplatz
Begin your exploration at Paradeplatz, where the enigmatic world of witches and executioners unfolds. Delve into the history of a Zurich executioner's residence and grasp the nuances of their unique profession, including the intriguing details of their training.
5 minutes
2
Börsenstrasse
Stroll down Börsenstrasse, where the medieval executioners once resided. Uncover the secrets of the most "popular" execution methods, the executioner's salary, and the frequency of these somber events.
5 minutes
3
Limmat
Absorb the poignant stories of the tortured witches of Zurich and immerse yourself in the narrative of Elsbeth, enduring fifteen days of torment.
5 minutes
4
Fraumunster Church
Marvel at the majestic Fraumunster Church, renowned for its Marc Chagall stained-glass windows depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
5 minutes
5
Hans Waldmann Statue
Pause at the Hans Waldmann Statue, erected in memory of a historical figure executed in 1489. Learn the intricacies of his extraordinary life and demise.
5 minutes
6
Wasserkirche
Discover the Water Church and delve into the legend of Felix and Regula, beheaded for their unwavering Christian beliefs.
5 minutes
7
Grossmunster
Pass by the Grossmunster, a symbol of Swiss-German reformation and a cornerstone of Zurich's heritage.
8
Kirchgasse
Navigate Kirchgasse, where ancient guidance on witch recognition and torture once thrived. Uncover the chilling details of this historical advice.
5 minutes
9
Untere Zäune
Pause at the residence of a wealthy woman executed for witchcraft and immerse yourself in the gripping tale of her life story.
5 minutes
10
Neumarkt
Discover the former place of pillory.
5 minutes
11
Obere Zäune
See the house of the judge working during the peak of the witch-hunt and learn his revenge story.
5 minutes
12
Zürich's Town Hall
Pause at Zürich's Town Hall to unravel the intricacies of medieval prosecution processes and see the square where death sentences were pronounced.
5 minutes
13
Täufergedenkplatte
Encounter the Täufergedenkplatte memorial plate, a poignant reminder of executions by drowning.
5 minutes
14
Rennweg
Reach Rennweg and explore the house of a baker tasked with providing the "last sip" to those bound for execution.
5 minutes
15
Herkulesbrunnen
Conclude your journey at Herkulesbrunnen, where the condemned exited the city. Gain insight into the locations of burnings and hangings, bringing the haunting tales of Zurich's past to a close.
