Assen Audio Tour: Mysteries, Mansions & Museums of the Centrum

Embark on the Assen Audio Tour: Mysteries, Mansions & Museums of the Centrum

A hidden trove of mummies lies beneath Assen’s quiet city streets, while elegant mansions guard secrets from centuries of intrigue. Few realize just how many turning points in Dutch history left their mark among these façades.

This self-guided audio tour unlocks Assen centrum’s most dramatic stories and leads you to corners even locals overlook. Discover rare artworks, buried scandals, and the softer echoes of bygone opulence as you move from the Drents Museum to the Ebbenerve House, Homestead House, and beyond.

What shocking crime nearly tore this refined city apart in broad daylight? Why does a tiny parlor hide a mystery no historian has ever solved? Who was the eccentric collector who left an unfinished message in a dusty diary?

Wander through time. Feel the tension of forgotten rebellion and the serenity of secret courtyards. Every step reveals a new perspective on Assen’s heart.

Ready to unlock the city’s hidden depths? Press play and begin.

 

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Distance: Around 2.5 km (1.6 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 35min
• Meeting Point: Start at 2025 Drents Museum heist, only a 5 minute walk from Assen, Station
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Drents Museum, Zuiderkerk (Assen), Bethel Church (Assen)

Experience the charm of Assen centrum 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 Assen centrum'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 Assen 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:

• 🏛️  2025 Drents Museum heist (3min)
• 🏠  Ebbenerve House (2min)
• 📍  Borneo (Assen) (4min)
• 📍  Overcingel (4min)
• ⛪  Mennonite Church (Assen) (2min)
• ⛪  Bethel Church (Assen) (2min)
• 📍  Gedempte Singel 2 (Assen) (3min)
• 🏛️  Drents Museum (4min)
• 📍  Brink 30 (Assen) (4min)
• 🏠  Homestead House (3min)
• 📍  The New Kolk (3min)
• 🏠  Gratama House (4min)
• 📍  Jozefkerk (Assen) (3min)
• 📍  Zuiderkerk (Assen) (2min)

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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