Private Celle City Tour – Half-Timbered Town and Guelph Residence

Fachwerk
Residenzschloss
Schlosstheater
Altstadt
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LOWER SAXONY · GERMANY

Discover Celle at your own pace with our licensed guide: the ducal palace with its baroque theatre, the half-timbered old town, St. Mary's town church and the richly decorated Hoppener Haus. Completely private and tailored to you.

• ⏱ 7 hours
• 👥 Private – your group only
• € 560 for up to 8 people
• 🗣 English · German · Turkish

Why Celle?

For centuries Celle was the residence of the Dukes of Brunswick-Lüneburg from the House of Guelph. The palace and its 17th-century theatre recall this courtly era. With several hundred preserved half-timbered houses, the old town is one of the most intact half-timbered ensembles in northern Germany. The Danish queen Caroline Matilda also spent her final years here. To this day, Celle combines royal history and burgher architecture within a compact centre.

Route

• Celle Ducal Palace
  The Guelph palace with Renaissance and baroque features was the seat of the Dukes of Celle. Part of it now houses a museum on the history of the residence.
• Palace Theatre
  The 17th-century baroque theatre inside the palace is regarded as one of the oldest theatres in Germany still in use.
• St. Mary's Town Church
  The town's main church holds the burial vault of the Dukes of Celle. Its tower can be climbed at certain times.
• Old Town Hall and Market Square
  The town hall with its Weser Renaissance gable dominates the market square at the heart of the old town.
• Hoppener Haus and Half-Timbered Lanes
  Built in 1532, the Hoppener Haus is one of Celle's most splendid half-timbered buildings. A stroll through Zöllnerstraße, Neue Straße and Kalandgasse reveals carvings and inscriptions.
• Celle Synagogue
  Dating from the 18th century, it is one of the oldest surviving synagogues in northern Germany and recalls the town's Jewish history.
• Optional: French Garden or Bomann Museum
  A walk through the baroque garden with the monument to Caroline Matilda, or a visit to the Bomann Museum of cultural and regional history.

Tour information

Guide languages

English, German, Turkish

Duration

Approx. 7 hours – private, extendable and tailored to you.

Difficulty

An easy tour through the flat old town on cobblestones. Climbing the church tower is optional.

Age group

Suitable for all ages – ideal for families, couples and groups of friends.

Meeting point

Meeting point by arrangement, e.g. at Celle Ducal Palace or your hotel in the city centre.

Included

• Approx. 7-hour private tour with a licensed guide
• Individual route planning
• Headset system for groups of 16 or more

Not included

• Admission fees and donations (museums, palaces, churches)
• Travel and transfers
• Meals, drinks and tips
• Personal expenses

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun or rain protection and a camera or smartphone for souvenir photos.

FAQ

When does the tour start?

Choose any start time between 06:00 and 12:00; the tour lasts about 7 hours.

How do I pay?

30 % deposit at booking (PayPal or credit card), the balance in cash on the day of the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

No free cancellation: up to 30 days before 30 %, 29–15 days 50 %, 14–7 days 75 %, 6–1 days and no-show 100 %. Changes of date are also subject to a fee.

Can we join with a pushchair or wheelchair?

Yes, we adapt the route to your needs. Please let us know when booking.

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