When does the city tour begin?

The city tour begins on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is at the entrance of the Huguenot Church at Huguenot Square in 91054 Erlangen.

How long does the tour last?

The city tour lasts about 90 minutes and is expected to end around 4:30 PM.

How much does participation cost?

The regular price is €9.50 per adult. Reduced tickets are €8.50. Children up to and including 14 years participate for free when accompanied by an adult.

Is prior registration necessary?

No prior registration is required for this date. Tickets are available directly from the tour guides on site.

What topics are central to the tour?

The tour covers the history of the Huguenots, the baroque planned city of Christian Erlang, and the development of Erlangen into a modern science and technology city.

Discover Erlangen: Experience Huguenot history, baroque and urban life up close

Name: City Tour Erlangen in Square²
Start: 2026-10-10T15:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-10T16:30:00+02:00
Location: Hugenottenplatz

Erlangen in Square²: Discover the Huguenot city with new eyes

How does a refuge become a city full of life, knowledge, and change? The city tour Erlangen in Square² takes place on October 10, 2026, through the baroque planned city and tells the story of the Huguenots, who found a new home in Erlangen starting in 1686.

In the footsteps of the Huguenots

At Huguenot Square, an exciting discovery experience through the local history of Erlangen begins. Over 1,000 faith refugees reached the city and had a lasting impact on its development. A far-sighted Margrave not only provided protection for the newcomers but also allowed the baroque Christian Erlang to be built according to a clear urban planning concept.

Baroque planned city with corners and edges

Wide street axes, generous squares, and the characteristic order of the city center make Erlangen one of the most impressive baroque planned cities in Germany. During the city tour, architectural peculiarities become visible that are easily overlooked in everyday life. History is conveyed not abstractly, but can be experienced concretely along the streets and squares.

From faith flight to science city

The tour connects historical contexts with the modern urban landscape. Where the Huguenots built their future, the Friedrich-Alexander-University, research, development, and companies like Siemens now shape life. Erlangen appears as a city that has made space for new ideas for centuries.

Competent guidance through Erlangen

The public city tours are conducted by experienced Erlangen guides. Among the guides are certified Erlangen city guides and cultural guides with many years of experience in conveying city history, architecture, and cultural heritage.

Conclusion: City history that remains in memory

At Erlangen in Square², participants can expect a city tour lasting about 90 minutes with historical backgrounds, baroque architecture, and fascinating insights into the development of the Huguenot city. Secure your place and experience Erlangen where history, science, and urban life meet.