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Hahndorf Strassendorf Walking Tour
Highlights
- Discover local stories and insights on a 90-minute walking tour through Hahndorf's charming streets.
- Step inside St. Paul's Lutheran Church to hear captivating tales of the Prussian settlers' journey in 1838.
- Uncover hidden secrets beneath the old pear tree while learning about unique fachwerk architecture.
- Receive valuable insider tips and a discount voucher sheet for local eateries and artisan shops after your tour.
Discover the Strassendorf on a 90-minute walking tour, brimming with local stories and insights, located at the southern end of Hahndorf’s main street. This tour grants access to areas typically closed to the public.
Step into the historic St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where you’ll hear captivating tales of the Prussian people’s flight from King Wilhelm in 1838 (Hahndorf Walking Tours holds exclusive access). Learn about fachwerk architecture, the history of the pretzel, and the folklore surrounding the unique lives led by these settlers in the Adelaide Hills.
Uncover the unexpected secrets hidden beneath the old pear tree. You’ll also receive valuable recommendations and insider tips for shopping and dining in the village. Please note that a minimum of 2 people is required, or payment for 2.
As a bonus, walkers receive a generous discount voucher sheet for use in local eateries and artisan shops. You can request this in advance once you’ve made your booking, and it remains valid for 6 months. Group bookings are warmly welcomed as well.
Tour details
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Available from 16 April 2025 to 31 December 2026
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Digital communication materials (hard copy information also online) is available.
- Uses easy to read fonts in their signage and communication materials (Helvetica and Arial).
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Operation information
Hahndorf Walking Tours
Willkommen to Hahndorf, nestled in the Adelaide Hills of South Australia.
Hahndorf Walking Tours (HWT) is dedicated to delivering personalized escorted tours within Hahndorf.
Since inception in 2011, a diverse range of tours has been curated to cater to a wide array of visitors.
As local residents and avid explorers of this area, the most up-to-date information is provided, ensuring accuracy in history and local narratives derived from the people and families of the district.
Discover the intriguing Pioneers Women’s Walking Trail, delve into the world of fachwerk (Germanic) architecture, explore the folklore surrounding the old pear tree, and uncover the history of the pretzel. Narratives encompass the history of the local Aboriginals as well as the first settlers.
The team of professional, experienced, and witty guides are brimming with captivating and quirky stories about Hahndorf. Expect to have a lot of fun!
To enhance your experience, each guest receives a business discount voucher sheet, offering discounts at over 25 local establishments. These vouchers remain valid for 6 months and cover a range of businesses, including the popular Humbugs, the Fruchoc shop, Storisons, Udder Delights, and more.
Prepare to be amazed by the captivating stories and rich history that breathe life into this charming village.
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