Witch hunts in Bamberg. About Truden and the witch burner
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About the Activity
One of the darkest chapters in Bamberg's history is the witch hunts, to which hundreds of citizens fell victim in the 17th century. The hunt for witches and sorcerers was by no means limited to red-haired women or older mothers, as common clichés would have you believe, but rather included men and women from all social classes, right up to the mayors of Bamberg. Anyone who ended up in the “Trudenhaus”, the Bamberg witch prison, was as good as lost. This tour is a German-speaking tour.2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Alte Hofhaltung
Domplatz 7, , Bamberg, Germany, 96049What does "witchcraft" actually mean and why did early modern societies fall into a real "witch craze"? These and other questions are the subject of the first tour station.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
From stereotypical depictions of witches to the alleged evidence for the conviction of witches and magicians: the tour guide analyzes selected witch trials and their outcome with the group.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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The focus of the station is the history of the "Witch Burner". The exciting example of Bamberg's mayor Johannes Junius shows that anyone in the Hochstift could be accused of "witchcraft".10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Dealing with the heritage of the city of Bamberg is not only of great importance from a historical perspective. Using the example of the witch memorial, it is examined how the city deals with the topic of witch hunts today.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Of course, there were already opponents of witch hunts in the early modern period. Among them was the Haan family, which is the subject of this station.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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The questioning and torture of the accused took place in the Maleficent House. The historical procedure is examined more closely on the basis of individual fates.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is outside in front of the entrance to the Old Court.View Location
End point
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Former Malefiz or DrudenhausView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- 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
- Total tour takes 2 hours from start to finish, including running time
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- German
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Berlin time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Geschichte Für Alle e.V.Created on 24 Jul 2023Created on 16 Oct 2024
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