Self-guided podcast tour Potsdam The King's private paradise

1 hr 50 minGerman, EnglishPotsdam, Germany

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Dive into the eccentric world of thought of Frederick the Great, the warrior king who despised women, loved greyhounds, and built a "Prussian Arcadia" to escape the world. This is not just a walk through a beautiful garden; it is a journey into the psychology of absolute power. Discover why the fountains didn't work, why potatoes are lying on a king's grave, and how a stubborn miller defeated a king in court. Accompany Max, a historian, and Silvia, a local insider, as they uncover the contradictions of the man who shaped modern Germany from a yellow slope.

- 2.6 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 110 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and art, design & aesthetics 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

Brandenburger Tor
Luisenplatz, Potsdam, Germany
An arch older than its Berlin cousin, marking the entrance to the royal city.
10 min
Potsdam Friedenskirche
Am Gruenen Gitter 3, Potsdam, Germany
A romantic church in the Italian style that houses the royal mausoleum.
10 min
The heart of the garden, which represents a massive technical failure of the 18th century
10 min
Six curved terraces, designed to grow wine in a cold climate
10 min
Sanssouci Palace
Maulbeerallee, Potsdam, Germany
The king's intimate summer retreat, without a basement, to be close to nature.
10 min
The king's last resting place, next to his dogs, often covered with potatoes
10 min
The Historic Windmill
Maulbeerallee 5, Potsdam, Germany
A windmill that symbolizes the rule of law and the limits of royal power.
10 min
Chinesisches Haus (Chinese House)
Am Grunen Gitter, Potsdam, Germany
A playful, gilded pavilion that reflects the 18th-century enthusiasm for Chinoiserie.
10 min

Meeting and pickup

5 locations

Pickup details

From Potsdam main station, take local public transport towards the Brandenburg Gate. From the nearest stop, it is only a few minutes' walk to the Brandenburg Gate in Potsdam. Please check the current connection on the travel day with the local transport association.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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