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Overview

Discover the history of Munich through its glorious dead on this guided small-group tour of the Alter Sudfriedhof (Old South Cemetery). Dating back to 1563, the Alter Sudfriedhof is the final resting place of some of the city's most prominent historical figures. As you take in its serene ambience, you'll unearth stories of the lives (and deaths) of the people who helped to shape modern-day Munich, as well as tales of the macabre including: the Plague, torture and execution, political revolts, WWII, tragic accidents, and more. Yes, we even have a few ghost stories to share along the way as well. After your visit to the land of the dead, celebrate life and live deliciously with a stroll through the trendy Glockenbachviertel neighbourhood. Pass by lively cafes and boutiques before visiting the city's best chocolate shop where you will indulge is a hot drinking chocolate of the gods.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Stephansplatz, Bayern, 80337, Germany

We meet in front of St. Stephan's church close to the cemetery gates. Your guide will be holding a small BlackBook Tours sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Sendlinger Tor
Begin your journey into the deathly netherworld at this early 14th century city gate. Uncover the dark and bloody secrets leading earning it the nickname of Devil's Gate. You will also visit a memorial dedicated to those who have died from a deadly virus.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Glockenbachviertel
Stroll through the trendy neighbour of Glockenbachviertel - a bustling district full of cozy cafes where the locals love to enjoy life on the area's many sunny terraces. Here you will live deliciously and visit the the city's best chocolate shops and indulge in a sinful drinking chocolate of the gods. In this area you will also visit subtle reminders of fallen icons and victims of the Nazi regime.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Alter Sudfriedhof
Uncover the history of Munich through its glorious dead. Walk the grounds of the expansive Old South Cemetery and listen to tales of the lives and deaths of some of Munich's most prominent figures spanning the five centuries that the cemetery was operational. You'll hear stories of the plague, revolutions, tragic accidents, and more.
Duration: 75 mins

Inclusion

1x Hot Drinking Chocolate

Expert Guide

Exclusion

Tips/gratuities for your guide.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by BlackBook Tours

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