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Private tour in Berlin Hilke G
Luther's town Wittenberg - Day Trip from Berlin
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Working as a certified Berlin guide for over 30 years I'm very happy to share with you my experience as a contemporary witness of life in the divided city, the amazing fall of the wall and all the changes that took and take place here in Berlin, this fantastic city with a fabulous variety of sights, museums, art galleries, shops, clubs and pubs. I studied in Berlin, Rome, Paris and Washington, graduated in art history, german history and literature, and published two books, one of them about the turkish immigrants in Berlin. Since I started to work as a certified guide in the late 80s it's a big pleasure to meet people from all over the world here in Berlin. I can offer you a program aimed at your individual interests and needs and accompany you to unusual places for an unusually normal price. You have the choice between a general overview or a theme orientated exploration of the city. Either by bus, limousine, public transport, taxi, by bicycle or to foot: You determine the form of transport. Wether for two hours or more, a day or a week, there are plenty of things to discover. A visit to Potsdam is also worthwhile. This small city with its quaint historical city center also offers an array of beautiful parks and royal palaces that belong to the UNESCO world cultural heritage. Excursions outside of Berlin are also on the agenda, for example a visit to the huge lift lock in Niederfinow, or to the royal palace in Rheinsberg or to the Spreeforest, a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. An insight into the extraordinary steer you towards the ideas behind the obvious. Always competent and always witty. Graduated in art history, german history and literature Official guide-license for Memorial Concentration Camp Sachsenhausen Park Sanssouci Member of the Bundesverband der Gästeführer Deutschlands (BVGD, Federal Association of Guides in Germany) Owner of the EU-standardized BVGD-Certificate DIN EN Member of the Association of Berlin Guides, Verband der Berliner Stadtführer, Berlin Guide e.V. Editor and writer of several books/articles about Berlin topics I don't drive but I can hire a licensed driver for you.
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Let's explore together the history of Luther and his Reformation movement
Overview of your Berlin tour
Martin Luther's main place of work was Wittenberg, a today well restored little town approx. 70 miles southwest of Berlin. From here spread out his new ideas of faith focusing on the lecture of the bible, opposing the priest's role as the intermediator between human beings and God, and rejecting the selling of indulgences. Scriptura, fide, gratia was the new motto. With the help of the new communication technology, printing, and influential supporters like the elector of Saxony, John Frederic the Wise, the philosopher Philipp Melanchthon and the painter Lukas Cranach his ideas developed to one of the most important denominations of Christianity. Luther's wife Katharina von Bora plays an important role as the manager of the family's household and hostel for students and short-term guests. Luther's table talks showing his sense of humor and love for beer are famous. Attention: His house is closed due to renovation until Spring 2025. We'll explore the many legends and the real Luther.
Your Berlin tour itinerary
- After a 1, 5 - 2 hours drive from Berlin we will be in the historical city center of Wittenberg. - We'll visit the Palace Church, where Luther is buried, and we'll see the bronze door with his 95 theses. - Passing the Market square with the Luther Monument we reach the St. Marien Church with the famous altarpiece by Lukas Cranach. - We can also have a look at the house of this famous entrepreneur- painter. - We can visit the former Universtiy building Augsuteum with an exhbition about Luther's life. - Attention: Luther's private home is closed until Spring 2025 - An outstanding visual experience is the 360-degree Panorama of Wittenberg painted by Yadegar Asisi. You can dip into Luther's neighborhood meeting the reformer himself, his wife, friends, and ordinary people of the town in the early 16th century. - Return to Berlin I am more than willing to customize this tour according to your preferences, please contact me for a customized tour
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
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