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German Tallinn: free walking tour through centuries
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Guru: Viktor
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Registered on 26 March 2023
Hi, My name is Viktor. I am trying to revive my high school experience in being a city and museum tour guide. My life brought me a bit far from experience of my youth, but I would be glad to regain these skills with your help.
I am personally most interested in the period of the history of the Eastern Europe in the 80-90ies of the 20th century and would be glad to share with you some facts on my walks.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
For centuries Tallinn was shaped by a German-speaking community known as the Baltic Germans. Their influence can still be seen in the city’s schools, architecture, trade institutions, and even in the stories of global exploration.
This walking tour follows that legacy through the streets of Tallinn’s Old Town. Starting on Toompea Hill, we explore the institutions that educated Baltic German elites and the explorers who sailed from the Baltic to the Pacific and Antarctica. Descending into the Lower Town, we encounter the world of German-language newspapers, Art Nouveau architects, and the merchants of the Hanseatic League.
The walk ends at the Great Coastal Gate, where in 1939 thousands of Baltic Germans departed Tallinn during the Umsiedlung, closing a seven-hundred-year chapter of the city’s history.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Punto de encuentro
I will be meeting you on the square in front of the Estonian parliament building (Riigikogu), wearing a wooden bowtie - a symbol of our walking tours
1
Outside visit
Kiriku Plats
2
Outside visit
Lai 2
3
Outside visit
Gümnaasiumi tn 3
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 25 people.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
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