Self-guided podcast tour Würzburg: X-ray radiation revolution

1 hr 37 minGerman, EnglishWurzburg, Germany

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Immerse yourself in the gaslit streets of Würzburg in the 1890s and discover the exciting, mysterious, and world-changing story of Wilhelm Röntgen. This immersive tour takes you far beyond the dry facts of textbooks. Experience the intense seven weeks of his isolation, the rapid global shockwave triggered by the telegraph, and the profound ethical decisions that gave humanity the gift of X-rays. Find out how a quiet provincial university town became the epicenter of a medical and scientific revolution.

- 2.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stations over 97 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 historic Renaissance courtyard that laid the foundation for Würzburg's scientific rise in the 19th century
10 min
A historic hospital that represents the medical establishment, which was rapidly
transformed by the advent of diagnostic X-rays.
10 min
The central transport hub that symbolizes the rapid, telegraphic spread of Röntgen's discovery to the world
10 min
The former Physics Institute where Röntgen spent seven mysterious weeks to verify his accidental discovery of X-rays
10 min
A main street that was renamed in 1909 and illustrates how scientific heritage i
s woven into the everyday geography of a city.
10 min
A crane from the 18th century on the Main, which serves as a backdrop to discuss
Röntgen's ethical refusal to patent his discovery.
10 min

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

From Würzburg main station with local public transport towards Alte Universität. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Alte Universität, Würzburg, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.

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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Self-guided podcast tour Würzburg: X-ray radiation revolution

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What you'll do

The historic Renaissance courtyard that laid the foundation for Würzburg's scientific rise in the 19th century

A historic hospital that represents the medical establishment, which was rapidly

The central transport hub that symbolizes the rapid, telegraphic spread of Röntgen's discovery to the world

The former Physics Institute where Röntgen spent seven mysterious weeks to verify his accidental discovery of X-rays

A main street that was renamed in 1909 and illustrates how scientific heritage i

A crane from the 18th century on the Main, which serves as a backdrop to discuss

Meeting point

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