Private Tour Kassel & Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe – Hercules, Water Features and the Brothers Grimm

Herkules
Wasserspiele
Schloss Wilhelmshöhe
Löwenburg
Brüder Grimm

HESSE · GERMANY

Discover Kassel at your leisure with our licensed guide: the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe (UNESCO World Heritage) with the Hercules monument and its water features, Wilhelmshöhe Palace, the Löwenburg and the GRIMMWELT – completely private and at your own pace.

• ⏱ 7 hours
• 👥 Private – your group only
• € 560 for up to 8 people
• 🗣 English · German · Turkish

Why Kassel?

For centuries Kassel was the residence of the Landgraves and Electors of Hesse-Kassel. From 1696 Landgrave Charles had the mountain park with the Hercules monument and the cascades laid out on the slopes of the Habichtswald; his successors added Wilhelmshöhe Palace and the Löwenburg in the English landscape style. Since 2013 the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Kassel the Brothers Grimm collected a large part of their Children's and Household Tales, and since 1955 the city has hosted the documenta.

Route

• Hercules Monument (UNESCO)
  Kassel's landmark on the Octagon high above the city, with a sweeping view along the park's axis; climb to the platform optional (admission not included).
• Water Features & Cascades
  From May to October on set days, water flows from Hercules over the cascades, Steinhöfer Waterfall and Devil's Bridge down to the great fountain – on request we plan the tour around it.
• Löwenburg
  The artificial medieval castle ruin built around 1800 as a romantic play on the past; interior visit optional.
• Wilhelmshöhe Palace
  The neoclassical palace housing the Old Masters Picture Gallery, including works by Rembrandt; museum visit optional.
• GRIMMWELT Kassel
  The exhibition centre on the life and work of the Brothers Grimm on the Weinberg; visit optional (admission not included).
• Friedrichsplatz & Fridericianum
  The central square with the Fridericianum, one of Europe's oldest public museum buildings and the main venue of the documenta.
• Optional: Karlsaue & Orangery
  The baroque state park on the Fulda with the Orangery and Siebenbergen Island.

Tour information

Guide languages

English, German, Turkish

Duration

Approx. 7 hours – private, extendable and tailored to you.

Difficulty

In the Bergpark the route descends steeply in places (about 250 metres of elevation between Hercules and the palace) on paths and steps; sturdy shoes recommended. Mostly level paths in the city centre.

Age group

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

Meeting point

Meeting point by arrangement, e.g. Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe station or your hotel in the city centre.

Included

• Approx. 7-hour private 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 between the city centre, Hercules and the Bergpark is not included in the price; a vehicle with driver can be booked on request.
• 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

When does the tour start?

Choose any start time between 06:00 and 12:00; the tour lasts about 7 hours.

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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