Private Magdeburg City Tour – The City of Otto the Great

Otto der Große
Magdeburger Dom
Grüne Zitadelle
Elbe
Orient & Okzident

SAXONY-ANHALT · GERMANY

Discover Magdeburg with our licensed local guide: the cathedral with the tomb of Otto the Great, Hundertwasser's Green Citadel, the Monastery of Our Lady and the Old Market – completely private and at your own pace.

• ⏱ One morning
• 👥 Private – your group only
• € From €300
• 🗣 English · German · Turkish

Why Magdeburg?

Magdeburg was first mentioned in 805 and was the favourite residence of Otto the Great, who was buried in its cathedral in 973. In the Middle Ages Magdeburg Law spread to many towns across Central and Eastern Europe. In 1631 the city was almost completely destroyed during the Thirty Years' War; later its mayor Otto von Guericke made it famous with his hemisphere experiments. On request we also show you the links between East and West – from the Byzantine empress Theophanu to Ernst Reuter, who fled the Nazis to Turkey.

Route

• Magdeburg Cathedral of St Maurice and St Catherine
  Begun in 1209, it is regarded as the first Gothic cathedral on German soil. Otto the Great and his wife Editha are buried here; the statue of St Maurice is one of the earliest depictions of an African in European art.
• Cathedral Square and Ottonianum Museum
  Optional: finds from the Ottonian era and the history of the imperial palace.
• Green Citadel
  The last major building designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser – with a pink façade, golden spheres and a green roof.
• Monastery of Our Lady
  The oldest surviving building in the city, a Romanesque monastery that is now an art museum with a sculpture park.
• Old Market with Town Hall and Magdeburg Rider
  The historic centre with the town hall, the Eulenspiegel fountain and a copy of the 13th-century Magdeburg Rider statue.
• St John's Church and the Elbe
  Martin Luther preached here in 1524; from the Elbe riverbank you enjoy views of the cathedral and skyline. Plus the story of Otto von Guericke and the Magdeburg hemispheres.
• Optional: East meets West
  Traces of Bruno Taut and his colourful housing estates, Ernst Reuter, and Mehmed Ali Pasha, born in Magdeburg as Ludwig Karl Friedrich Detroit, who became an Ottoman field marshal.

Tour information

Guide languages

English, German, Turkish

Duration

One morning – private, extendable and tailored to you.

Difficulty

Easy to moderate: mostly level paths in the city centre, a few stairs in churches. Photo and coffee breaks anytime.

Age group

Suitable for all ages – ideal for families, couples and groups of friends.

Meeting point

Agreed at booking, e.g. in front of the main entrance of the Ottonianum Cathedral Museum on Cathedral Square or at your hotel in the city centre.

Included

• Private morning tour with a licensed guide
• Individual route planning
• Headset system for groups of 16 or more

Not included

• Admission fees and donations (museums, palaces, churches)
• Travel and transfers
• Meals, drinks and tips
• Personal expenses

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun or rain protection and a camera or smartphone for souvenir photos.

FAQ

What will we see on the private tour of Magdeburg?

Among other things: Magdeburg Cathedral of St Maurice and St Catherine, Cathedral Square and Ottonianum Museum, Green Citadel, Monastery of Our Lady, Old Market with Town Hall and Magdeburg Rider, St John's Church and the Elbe. We agree the exact route with you individually.

How much does the private tour of Magdeburg cost?

From €300 – Fixed price for your private group. We will confirm the exact amount for your number of people before you make a binding booking. Admission fees are not included.

Where is the meeting point in Magdeburg?

Agreed at booking, e.g. in front of the main entrance of the Ottonianum Cathedral Museum on Cathedral Square or at your hotel in the city centre.

When does the tour start?

The tour takes place in the morning; you choose the start time.

How do I pay?

30 % deposit at booking (PayPal or credit card), the balance in cash on the day of the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

No free cancellation: up to 30 days before 30 %, 29–15 days 50 %, 14–7 days 75 %, 6–1 days and no-show 100 %. Changes of date are also subject to a fee.

Can we join with a pushchair or wheelchair?

Yes, we adapt the route to your needs. Please let us know when booking.

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