Greifswald: Self-Guided Audio Walk Through History
About this activity
- Audio tour
- Yes
- Audio language
- English
- Route length
- 3.0 km
- Instant confirmation
- Yes
- Duration
- 2h
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- You'll receive a self-guided audio tour right after booking
- •A self-guided audio tour of Greifswald’s medieval roots, Baltic trade, churches, and university
- •Caspar David Friedrich’s birthplace and family soap-and-candle workshop
- •Heinrich Rubenow’s monument and the medieval university he helped establish
- •Greifswald’s “Fat Mary” and “Long Nicholas,” nicknames for its distinctive brick churches
- •Market Square’s red town hall, colorful gables, and echoes of the trading past
Explore Greifswald’s medieval streets, trading heritage, churches, and university on a self-guided audio walking tour. It’s ideal for first-time visitors curious about the people and events that shaped this historic Baltic town, including painter Caspar David Friedrich.
The route begins at the Pomeranian State Museum and winds through the old town, taking in St. Mary’s Church, Market Square, and the smaller Fish Market. Continue to Friedrich’s former family home, then visit St. Nicholas Cathedral, the Rubenow Monument, the University of Greifswald’s main building, and St. James’s Church. The walk ends at the university’s Botanical Garden.
Along the way, you’ll see distinctive brick churches and colorful market façades, discover how trade and religious life helped shape the town, and encounter the university’s long legacy of learning. The journey ends among the garden’s glasshouses and plants, offering a peaceful change of scene after the lively historic center.
What's included
- Downloadable self-guided audio tour via the WeGoTrip app
- Detailed route from stop to stop with live GPS map on your smartphone
- Earphones are not included — please bring your own
- Tickets to the attractions along the way are not included
Places you will visit
The route of the tour goes within circle
Pomeranian State Museum
Rakower Str. 9, 17489 Greifswald, Germany
Botanical Garden
Grimmer Str. 88, 17489 Greifswald, Germany
Attractions on the route
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need the internet during the tour?
No. Download the tour in the WeGoTrip app in advance — it then works fully offline.
Do I need an app?
Yes. After purchase you get a link to download the free WeGoTrip app, where you take the tour.
What language is the audio guide in?
The audio guide is available in English.
How long does the tour take?
The tour takes about 2h.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes. The self-guided format lets you go at your own pace, which works well for families.
Can I cancel my purchase?
Contact WeGoTrip support — refund conditions depend on the specific ticket.