Goslar - Imperial History, Medieval Heritage & UNESCO Treasures

Discover, admire and explore Goslar’s imperial landmarks, medieval streets, historic market squares and beautifully preserved half-timbered houses. Uncover the influence of Rammelsberg’s mining wealth and experience the unique atmosphere of a UNESCO World Heritage city shaped by more than a thousand years of history.

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   Imperial Palace of Goslar

   10 min

   Begin at Goslar’s magnificent Imperial Palace, one of the city’s most important landmarks. Discover how Goslar became a centre of imperial power during the Holy Roman Empire and admire its impressive Romanesque architecture.

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   Stop 2

   10 min

   Explore the surviving Domvorhalle, the former entrance to the Imperial Palace’s collegiate church. Continue to St. Ulrich’s Chapel and discover these important remnants of Goslar’s medieval imperial complex.

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   Goslar

   10 min

   Enter Goslar’s historic centre and wander through its atmospheric medieval streets. Admire the city’s remarkable collection of around 1,500 historic half-timbered houses and learn how mining wealth helped Goslar prosper.

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   Stop 4

   10 min

   Discover the historic Market Square, the heart of Goslar’s old town. Admire the Town Hall, Market Church, historic guild buildings and impressive façades surrounding this medieval square.

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   Marktbrunnen

   10 min

   See the famous Market Fountain, crowned by its distinctive golden imperial eagle. Learn how the monument reflects Goslar’s historic connection with imperial authority and mining wealth.

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   Stop 6

   10 min

   Admire Goslar’s historic Town Hall and the imposing towers of the Market Church of St. Cosmas and Damian. Together, these landmarks create one of the city’s most recognisable historic views.

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   Rathaus-Glockenspiel

   10 min

   Experience Goslar’s famous carillon and its animated mining figures. Discover how the display brings the story of Rammelsberg’s mining heritage to life.

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   Schuhhof

   10 min

   Walk through the atmospheric Schuhhof and surrounding historic streets. Discover the world of medieval merchants, craftsmen and guilds while admiring the distinctive architecture of this former commercial quarter.

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   Breite Tor

   10 min

   Explore remnants of Goslar’s medieval fortifications and discover how the wealthy city protected itself. Admire the Breite Tor and learn about the defensive system that once surrounded the historic centre.

• 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
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.