Evening lantern-lit guided tour of Chur old town

Discover Chur's shadowy side on this evening walking tour with a night watchman. You'll explore the old town by lantern light, hearing legends and stories about Switzerland's oldest city as darkness falls.Your guide – Chur's night watchman – will meet you at Hotel Chur, where you'll be given a lantern before setting off into the historic old town. You'll pass through the Obertor gate and step into a different world, where tales of night people and ghosts come to life in the atmospheric alleyways.As you follow your guide through the cobbled streets, you'll hear about the role of night watchmen throughout history and discover the legends that have shaped this ancient city. This tour blends folklore with local history, creating an atmospheric experience that reveals a side of Chur rarely seen in daylight. By the time you return through the Obertor, you'll have gained a completely new perspective on Switzerland's oldest city.

Highlights

  • You'll explore Chur's old town by lantern light on this evening walking tour
  • There are legends and stories about night people and scalaea ghosts to discover along the way
  • Your guide is a night watchman who'll share folklore and history of Switzerland's oldest city
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Facilities

Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in German

What's included

  • Guided walking tour
  • Local guide

Operated by

Swiss Activities AG

Important information

Accessibility: * Suitable for wheelchairs and strollers Know in advance: * This guided tour is available in German only * A minimum number of participants is required – the tour may be cancelled the day before if there are insufficient bookings Remember to bring: * Comfortable clothes and shoes

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