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Wurzburg
Podcast Tour Würzburg Radiation Revolution
- Duration1h 37m
- Max Travelers30 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryAudio Guides, Historical Tours
Overview
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
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What's included
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
Itinerary
The historic Renaissance courtyard that laid the foundation for Wu00fcrzburg's scientific rise in the 19th century.
A historic hospital that represents the medical establishment, which was rapidly transformed by the advent of diagnostic X-rays.
The central transport hub that symbolizes the rapid, telegraphic spread of Ru00f6ntgen's discovery to the world.
The former Physics Institute where Ru00f6ntgen 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 is woven into the everyday geography of a city.
A crane from the 18th century on the Main, which serves as a backdrop to discuss Ru00f6ntgen's ethical refusal to patent his discovery.
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.