Aarau Audio Tour: Hidden Fortresses and Urban Legends Unveiled

Embark on the Aarau Audio Tour: Hidden Fortresses and Urban Legends Unveiled

Beneath Aarau’s quiet charm, centuries-old secrets and untold conflicts echo behind painted facades and cobbled streets.

This self-guided audio tour leads deep into the city’s living heart, where famous sites and overlooked corners reveal stories most travelers walk right past. Find the hidden dramas that shaped Aarau’s destiny and hear the city speak in voices from across its ages.

What drove desperate townspeople to rebel under the City Church’s shadow? Why did Bahnhofstrasse once divide the city as much as it united it? Who shaped the New Houses and whose scandal still lingers in their walls?

Step into alleys where revolutionaries plotted, pause in squares where crowds once cheered or rioted, and watch modern life brush against ghosts of intrigue and ambition. This is Aarau as you’ve never seen it—moving, mysterious, unforgettable.

Unlock the secrets beneath the tranquil streets. Begin your story now.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour
• Distance: Around 2.0 km (1.2 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 33min
• Meeting Point: Start at Bahnhofstrasse (Aarau), only a 2 minute walk from Aarau Train Station
• Stops: 13 captivating landmarks including Aargauische Kantonalbank, House of the Castle Garden, New Aargauer Bank

Experience the charm of Aarau like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Aarau's history to life
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Aarau on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

🎧 What is AllTours?

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Bahnhofstrasse (Aarau) (3min)
• 🏦  Aargauische Kantonalbank (3min)
• 🏦  New Aargauer Bank (3min)
• 📍  Obere Mühle (Aarau) (4min)
• 📍  Vordere Vorstadt (Aarau) (4min)
• 🗼  Upper Tower (Aarau) (3min)
• 🏛️  Aarau Town Hall (3min)
• ⛪  City Church of Aarau (2min)
• 🏰  House of the Castle Garden (2min)
• 🍻  Barracks Aarau (2min)
• 🏠  New Houses (3min)
• 📍  Laurenzenvorstadt (4min)
• 📍  Naturama (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  •  🇫🇷 French  •  🇪🇸 Spanish  •  🇩🇪 German  •  🇮🇹 Italian  •  🇵🇹 Portuguese  •  🇷🇺 Russian  •  🇯🇵 Japanese  •  🇨🇳 Chinese  •  🇳🇱 Dutch  •  🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  •  🇸🇦 Arabic  •  🇰🇷 Korean  •  🇸🇪 Swedish  •  🇩🇰 Danish  •  🇫🇮 Finnish  •  🇵🇱 Polish  •  🇨🇿 Czech  •  🇭🇺 Hungarian  •  🇬🇷 Greek  •  🇹🇷 Turkish  •  🇮🇳 Hindi  •  🇦🇱 Albanian  •  🇪🇹 Amharic  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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