Podcast Tour Augsburg The River of Prosperity

1 hr 26 minGerman, EnglishAugsburg, Germany

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Discover how a medieval city conquered gravity and used the wild rivers of Bavaria to become an economic powerhouse of the Renaissance. On this captivating journey, you follow the veins of Augsburg's UNESCO-awarded water management system. From the oldest functioning water towers in Germany to the magnificent bronze fountains of emperors and gods – you will uncover the hidden technical marvels that fueled the rise of legendary merchant dynasties. This is a story of visionary inventors, sending channels, and the unstoppable flow of prosperity.

- 1.6 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 86 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in urbanism, infrastructure & innovation and urbanism & innovation Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
Point-to-point navigation between stops

What you'll do

The oldest still existing waterworks in Germany, where Augsburg's ingenious water pressure system began in 1416
10 min
A visible gradient in the canal that demonstrates the kinetic energy with which mills and early industry were powered
10 min
The heart of the artisan district, where the tradesmen were heavily dependent on the canal water
10 min
Herkulesbrunnen
Maximilianstrasse, Augsburg, Germany
A monumental Renaissance fountain that symbolizes how human engineering tames the wild forces of nature.
10 min
Merkurbrunnen
Maximillianstrasse, Augsburg, Germany
Dedicated to the Roman god of trade, he illustrates how hydropower drove economic prosperity.
10 min
Augustusbrunnen
Rathausplatz, Augsburg, Germany
The most magnificent fountain, which celebrates the Roman founder of the city and the four rivers that sustain it.
10 min
The historic meat market, which was built over a canal and used flowing water for natural cooling and waste disposal
10 min

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

From Augsburg main station take local public transport towards the water towers at the Red Gate. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the last few minutes to the water towers. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.