The Night Watchman of Bonn
Get to know this truly beautiful city on the river Rhine which has been inhabited since Roman times, and even before that, by taking an evening candlelit stroll through Bonn in 1698 with Master John the night watchman and chance returning a wiser person than you once departed.
- Learn about religious and political wars, witchcraft, incarcerations and executions.
- Hear about Master Hans the executioner from the dark side and why the German Purity Law from 1516, governing the brewing of wholesome beer, was such a thoroughly good thing that it stood the test of time for many centuries to come.
- Learn the contrast between spine chillingly rough public justice on the one hand and the sometimes astonishing charitable human compassion on the other.
- Why does Bonn have a Minster instead of a Cathedral?
| Included | A small surprise |
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| Participants | Also for big groups |
| Languages | English |
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| Important information | Important: Print out the voucher and bring it with to the Tour! The tour ends at the minster cathedrale, Münsterplatz. In addition You can book a three-course menu "Nachtwächterschmaus" (enrollment necessary). Dogs are not allowed in our tours with the exception of assistance dogs. Thank you for your understanding.
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Venue
Meetingpoint is at the street corner Brassertufer/Rheingasse
The Night Watchman of Bonn
Brassertufer/street corner Rheingasse, 53111 Bonn, Deutschland
Brassertufer/street corner Rheingasse, 53111 Bonn, Deutschland
e.g. car park at the opera
Tramline 62, 66, Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz
Offered by
StattReisen Bonn erleben e.V.53113 - Bonn
27 Reviews
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Bonn had a history before Beethoven!
Great to have a history of Bonn that doesn't mention Beethoven, but instead concentrates on the history of the City itself!
Our Nightwatchman 'Master John' brought a style all his own to the tour that gave it a worthy 5 stars for Fun Factor.
Definitely recommended. Not just for newcomers to Bonn, but also to people who have been here a while but never really taken notice of the street names and historical plaques that hint at the City's past.
The Nightwatchman will enlighten you!
Our Nightwatchman 'Master John' brought a style all his own to the tour that gave it a worthy 5 stars for Fun Factor.
Definitely recommended. Not just for newcomers to Bonn, but also to people who have been here a while but never really taken notice of the street names and historical plaques that hint at the City's past.
The Nightwatchman will enlighten you!
by John Hurd on 10/14/2026
Wonderful tour!
We had a wonderful time at the night watchman tour!! It was entertaining and informative and Master John was a wonderful guide. I would highly recommend.
by Bailey on 12/17/2025
Fun and informative
I went with a group of friends and we learnt a lot. It was quite a lot of fast walking between each site, which is fine for me but might not be for all. I would recommend this for those either familiar with Bonn or visiting.
by Jane on 12/08/2025
4.85/27
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€12.00
