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Late Medieval Marburg
Uncover Marburg's medieval marvels
9 StopsEstimated Duration: 113 minutes
The 'Late Medieval Marburg' trail takes you on an intriguing journey through history. Stretching over 5 kilometers and lasting just under two hours, this path leads you to remarkable examples of medieval architecture. The Elisabeth Church, Germany’s oldest purely Gothic church, transports you back to the 13th century with its majestic presence. Next, the Landgrave Castle captivates with its imposing architecture and offers captivating insights into Hessian history. Within the castle complex, the Wilhelmsbau enchants with its blend of history and art. Immerse yourself in Marburg's medieval charm and uncover the hidden stories within its ancient walls.
Did you know? — Landgrafenschloss
The castle was originally established as a fortress in the 11th century.
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Landgrafenschloss
Castle
49 mStraight-line estimate from stop 1 to stop 2
2
Wilhelmsbau
Castle
212 mStraight-line estimate from stop 2 to stop 3
3
Bettinaturm
Viewpoint
43 mStraight-line estimate from stop 3 to stop 4
4
Kalbstor
Monument
328 mStraight-line estimate from stop 4 to stop 5
5
Hundsturm
Viewpoint
149 mStraight-line estimate from stop 5 to stop 6
6
Evangelische Universitätskirche
Church
602 mStraight-line estimate from stop 6 to stop 7
7
St. Jost
Church
1.2 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 7 to stop 8
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elisabeth church
Church
2.5 kmStraight-line estimate from stop 8 to stop 9
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