When does the tour Erlangen in the Baroque take place?

The tour takes place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

Where does the event start?

The meeting point is the Erlangen City Museum at Martin-Luther-Platz 9 in 91054 Erlangen.

What topics does the tour cover?

The focus is on the settlement of French religious refugees, the emergence of the baroque planned city, Erlangen's economic rise, as well as the castle and castle garden.

How long does the tour last?

A time window of 2:00 to 3:00 PM is indicated for the event.

Is the event covered?

Yes, the tour takes place in the Erlangen City Museum and thus indoors.

How much is the admission fee?

A specific ticket price is not reliably indicated for this event.

Discover Erlangen in the Baroque: City History between Faith, Craft, and Princely Splendor

Name: Erlangen in the Baroque
Start: 2026-10-11T14:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-11T15:00:00+02:00
Location: Stadtmuseum Erlangen

Erlangen in the Baroque: In the Footsteps of Glory, Faith, and Inventive Spirit

How did a small rural town become a systematically planned residence and university city? The tour Erlangen in the Baroque at the Erlangen City Museum opens a perspective on an era where French religious refugees, ingenious craftsmen, and margravial splendor significantly shaped the city's development.

A City Emerges on the Drawing Board

At the center is the founding of the Erlangen New Town starting in 1686. For the French Reformed religious refugees, a modern planned city was created outside the gates of the medieval Old Town. Straight streets, representative squares, and a clear urban planning order tell of the ideas of early modern town planning.

French Flair and Economic Rise

The newcomers brought craftsmanship, trade contacts, and cultural impulses with them. Thanks to progressive industries, Erlangen developed into a significant trade and commerce center in the principality after difficult early years. The tour makes visible how migration, economy, and urban development were interconnected.

Margraves, Castle Garden, and Residence City

The margravial court also left a lasting imprint. The construction of the castle provided important impulses for Erlangen's rise to being the second residence city. The large castle garden determined the direction of later urban expansions and still connects courtly representation with urban history today.

History to Touch in the City Museum

Historical objects, documents, and illustrative explanations provide a personal access to the city's cultural heritage. The city tour connects architectural history, local history, and social developments into an impressive discovery experience in the heart of Erlangen.

Conclusion: Visitors can expect an informed tour through Erlangen's baroque past – from the arrival of the French religious refugees to the economic rise and the development of the residence and university city. Secure your place and discover Erlangen with new eyes.