• Kirche St. Stephan - St. Stephen’s Church (St. Stephan Kirche) in Karlsruhe is a prominent Catholic church. The design draws inspiration from Roman and Greek classical architecture, featuring a grand central dome and large Corinthian columns, which lend it a majestic and monumental look.
• Bürgerbüro K8 - The Town Hall of Karlsruhe (Karlsruher Rathaus) is a key municipal building. A notable feature is its tall central tower, which gives it a commanding presence in Marktplatz, the main square of Karlsruhe. The same architect who designed St. Stephen’s Church also created this building.
• Evangelische Stadtkirche - The Protestant Church (Evangelische Stadtkirche), like many significant buildings in Karlsruhe, was designed in the Neoclassical style. Originally, the church had a large central tower, which was severely damaged during World War II and never fully restored to its original form.
• Karlsruhe Pyramid - The Karlsruhe Pyramid is an iconic structure. It marks the tomb of Margrave Charles III William (Karl Wilhelm von Baden-Durlach), the founder of Karlsruhe. In 1715, Charles William established Karlsruhe as a new city centered around his palace. The Pyramid was constructed over his final resting place, symbolizing the city’s origins and honoring its founder. It is an example of Egyptian Revival architecture, which gained popularity in Europe in the 18th and early 19th centuries due to a fascination with ancient Egyptian culture.
• Karlsruhe Palace - The Karlsruhe Palace (Karlsruher Schloss) is directly connected to the city’s founding. In 1715, Margrave Charles III William of Baden-Durlach built the palace in a forest clearing. The Karlsruhe Palace is at the heart of a unique urban design in Europe: the city was laid out in a radial plan, with streets radiating from the Palace.
• Bundesverfassungsgericht - The Federal Constitutional Court of Germany (Bundesverfassungsgericht) is the highest court in Germany for constitutional matters. The decision to locate the Federal Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe (in the southwest of Germany) rather than in Berlin or Bonn was made after World War II as a symbol of decentralization. The court’s building in Karlsruhe is notable for its modernist design, reflecting transparency and openness.
• Schloss Gottesaue - Gottesaue Castle (Schloss Gottesaue) is a historic Renaissance-style castle. The castle is primarily constructed from red sandstone, giving it a distinctive and majestic appearance, especially in contrast to the lush green surroundings of its park. The castle’s four corner towers and richly decorated façade create a special atmosphere.
• ZKM | Zentrum fuer Kunst und Medien - The ZKM (Center for Art and Media) is unique in its mission to explore the intersection of contemporary art, media technology, and digital culture. It functions as a museum, research institute, and production facility, blending traditional and digital art forms. ZKM is housed in a large former munitions factory, the IWKA munitions plant, which was converted into a modern, open museum space.

• Quizzes and guides with info about each monument
• Available in: English, French, German & Spanish
• Exploration activity on your phone (Android & iOS apps, or on your browser)

• A personal guide (this activity is accessible on your smartphone)
• This is not an audio tour

This activity is perfect for families or travelers who wish to discover the city at their own pace. On this tour, participants will uncover interesting facts about the city’s history.

The mission, should participants choose to accept it, involves assisting Jackson Wilde, the renowned city-explorer. Help him solve quizzes to accumulate as many points as possible.

This activity will guide participants through the following locations: St. Stephen’s Church, Town Hall, Protestant Church, Pyramid, Palace, Federal Constitutional Court, Gottesaue Castle, and Z.K.M.

Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to enjoy a fun mission, multiple quizzes, and city guides for each monument.

So, are participants ready to explore Karlsruhe?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.