Worms’ UNESCO Heritage Tour

The Worms’ UNESCO Heritage tour is an entertaining way to discover the legends and historical facts hidden behind the city’s major attractions and numerous statues of dragons, falcons, and knights. You’ll learn what placed Worms among the most important cities in Germany during the Middle Ages. Marvel at the imposing Worms’ Romanesque Cathedral and walk in the footsteps of Friedrich Barbarossa. How did the famous emperor got his nickname ‘Barbarossa’? What brought him to Worms? And finally, why did the city get such a funny name? You’ll visit old passageways and backyards, which are keyholes into the city’s fascinating past.

In an easy and entertaining way, you’ll learn about a UNESCO-listed piece of literature – the Song of the Nibelungs. You’ll find out who the Nibelungs were and why there are so many unique and funny monuments in Worms’ historic quarter. Why did people forget about them for decades after the Second World War? While standing by the city’s iconic tower, you’ll take in stunning views of the old town and learn what impressed the last Russian Tsar in Worms. Finally, you’ll taste famous local wine at the bank of the Rhine river and learn the story of the Nibelungs’ treasures.

We look forward to seeing you on this exciting Worms’ UNESCO Heritage tour!