Étampes Audio Tour: Castles, Churches, and Medieval Echoes

Embark on the Étampes Audio Tour: Castles, Churches, and Medieval Echoes

A medieval bell still echoes through the winding streets of Étampes, hinting at secrets hidden for centuries beneath soaring spires and ancient stone.

Embark on a self-guided audio tour through Étampes and uncover stories most visitors stroll past without ever noticing. Trace forgotten footsteps across shadowy courtyards, into majestic churches, and through the crumbling heart of the old castle.

Why did royal forces lay siege to Étampes with such ferocity? What mysterious building catacombs lie hidden beneath the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame-du-Fort? Which scandal forced a noble family to vanish overnight from local memory?

Wind through lively squares and silent ruins, each step stitching together rebellion, faith, power, and intrigue. Feel the city transform around you as hidden histories come alive in stone and sunlight.

Let the old bell awaken your curiosity. Begin your journey and discover the pulse of Étampes history waiting under your feet.

 

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 1 hour 13 minutes
• Distance: Around 3.1 km (1.9 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 30min
• Meeting Point: Start at Castle of Étampes, only a 2 minute walk from Étampes Train Station
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Communauté d'agglomération de l'Étampois Sud-Essonne, Castle of Étampes, Church of Saint-Gilles d'Étampes

Experience the charm of Étampes 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 Étampes'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 Étampes 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:

• 🏰  Castle of Étampes (4min)
• ⛪  Church of Saint-Basile d'Étampes (3min)
• 🎨  Departmental road 21 (Essonne) (2min)
• 📍  Pastoral sector of Saint-Michel-de-Beauce-Étampes (4min)
• ⛪  Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame-du-Fort d'Étampes (3min)
• 🏨  Hotel Anne de Pisseleu (3min)
• 📍  Communauté d'agglomération de l'Étampois Sud-Essonne (4min)
• 🎨  Departmental road 49 (Essonne) (3min)
• ⛪  Church of Saint-Gilles d'Étampes (2min)
• 🏪  Arcaded houses of Étampes (4min)
• 📍  Tour du Loup (Étampes) (4min)
• 🎨  Remains of the old ramparts of Étampes (3min)

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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