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Discover lovely Goettingen at your own pace with this in-app audio tour! Take in the spirit of youth as you walk along the peaceful streets of Goettingen, a lovely university town with its pleasing atmosphere of serenity. From the Goose Girl Fountain, you will start your discovery of the history of student times. Come see the Bismarck Cottage to learn more about how his young owner led his life here. Admire The Pauliner Church, which serves as a university library, and explore the knowledge it bears. Further on, you will have an opportunity to gaze at the University Art Collection in the Auditorium, where masterpieces of Rembrandt and Botticelli are exhibited. From here, the route takes you to the Old Botanical Garden, a wonderful place to relax before you are stunned by the rotating exhibits of the Goettingen City Museum. In the end of your walk, take your time to wonder at the cozy look of the Junkernschänke, also known as Squire's Taproom, before you walk out to the Börner Quarter to take in the thought-provoking sculpture eradicated there. Join the students of Goettingen on your way to knowledge and find out about this special tiny world!
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Founded in 1736 by the physician and botanist Albrecht von Haller, the Alter Botanischer Garten predates the opening of the University of Göttingen in 1737. It became a place to study, classify, and teach about plants, reflecting the university’s early commitment to natural science. Its long history places it among Germany’s oldest university botanical gardens. Close to Göttingen’s historic center, the garden brings together cultivated plant collections and greenhouses within an urban setting. These features show how a botanical garden can serve scientific study while welcoming curious visitors. Today, the Alter Botanischer Garten is both a place to notice seasonal changes and a reminder of Göttingen’s enduring identity as a university city.
Before you enter
- Check current opening hours before setting out; they may vary by season.
- Look up greenhouse access separately if indoor plant collections are a priority.
- Wear comfortable shoes for an unhurried walk through the garden.
What to expect
- Expect a historic university garden rather than a large landscaped park.
- Plant displays change with the seasons, so different visits may reveal different highlights.
- Allow time to read plant labels if you’re interested in botany.
During your visit
- Stay on marked paths to protect planted areas.
- Take a moment to compare the garden’s collections with its historic urban surroundings.
- Follow posted guidance around greenhouses and delicate plants.
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