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City Tour Hof - Culinary City Walk
<p><strong>Discover the culinary treasures of the city of Hof!</strong></p> <p>“Hof - right at the top of Bavaria” is what the locals like to say about their city – and this also applies to enjoyment! The city of Hof has once again been awarded the title of “Culinary Destination 2024” by the Bavarian State Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Forestry, and Tourism, officially making it one of the best culinary destinations in Bavaria.</p> <p>Hof is known for its excellent bakeries and butcher shops, delightful patisseries, and the Hof beer is truly exceptional. The many varieties of bratwurst, ham, and sausages, as well as various pastries and baked goods, fish, fruits, and cheese specialties are all of outstanding quality.</p> <p>In addition to the finely spiced Hof beef sausage, which has even made it into the European register of regional specialties, there’s the Hof schnitzel, Hof variety, liver cheese, Schwaas, Aus’ zogene, and many other Hof delights. You will learn about these during a culinary city walk with a culinary ambassador from the Upper Franconia region. You can sample both savory and sweet treats.</p> <p>Meeting point is the Town Hall Fountain, Klosterstr. 1, 95028 Hof. Price: 20.00 Euro/person. To ensure there are enough samples available, registration is required. For more information and registration: Tourist Information Hof, Ludwigstr. 24, 95028 Hof, Tel. 09281-815 7777, touristinfo@stadt-hof.de, www.hof.de</p>
City Tour Hof - The Saturday Tour
<p><strong>Discover the charming city of Hof on our Saturday tour!</strong></p> <p>A brief informative introduction to the weekend. Learn about current events and a short historical overview of our delightful location, Hof. Our city guides will take you on an entertaining stroll through the city center of Hof, sharing insights into the history and present of our city, enriched with a bit of background knowledge. And for those interested, you can climb the town hall tower afterward and see everything from above…</p> <h3>The Route: What You Will See</h3> <p>Alongside Hof-specific information, we will also explore Biedermeier in Hof: After the great city fire of 1823, the destroyed, often medieval properties were rebuilt with new elements, ushering in modernity in Hof. The well-preserved cityscape from the Biedermeier period is one of the few in Germany, especially in this extent.</p> <h3>Interesting Facts and History</h3> <p>The meeting point is the Tourist Information, Ludwigstraße 24, 95028 Hof. Registration is desired but not mandatory. TIP: Why not pick up your tickets in advance at the Tourist Information - they are also very popular as gifts.</p> <h3>The Tour Guide and the Experience</h3> <p>Our experienced city guides will bring you closer to the history of Hof and share exciting anecdotes that bring the city to life.</p> <h3>Practical Information</h3> <p>For further information, please contact the Tourist Information Hof, Ludwigstraße 24, 95028 Hof, Tel. 09281/815-7777, touristinfo@stadt-hof.de, www.hof.de.</p>
City Tour Hof - Hof Beer Tour
<p><strong>Discover the fascinating world of beer in Hof!</strong></p> <h3>The Route: What You Will See</h3> <p>On this unique beer tour through Hof, you will learn about the history of brewing in the city. Starting from the Town Hall Fountain, we will explore the key stations of brewing tradition while hearing anecdotes and stories from the citizens of Hof.</p> <h3>Interesting Facts and History</h3> <p>Beer has been brewed in Hof since the 14th century. Learn more about the devastating Hussite invasion in 1430, the communal brewing rights, and the challenges faced by the citizens of Hof over the centuries in brewing. The tour offers exciting insights into 700 years of brewing history.</p> <h3>The Tour Guide and the Experience</h3> <p>Our ambassador of enjoyment will guide you through the tour with his extensive knowledge and passion for beer. Look forward to exciting stories and personal anecdotes that will make the experience unforgettable.</p> <h3>Practical Information</h3> <p>The meeting point is the Town Hall Fountain, Klosterstraße 1, 95028 Hof. The tour lasts from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM and includes a tasting of three different beers as well as a Franconian snack. The price is 30.00 euros per person, including the visit and tasting. Early registration is required.</p>
City Tour Hof - "Where I Wrote My Best..."
<p><strong>Discover the traces of the romantic poet Jean Paul in Hof!</strong></p> <h3>The Route: What You Will See</h3> <p>This city tour takes you through the streets where Jean Paul spent his youth. You will visit the places that were significant to his works and learn how the city influenced his life and writing.</p> <h3>Interesting Facts and History</h3> <p>Jean Paul, one of the most important German prose writers, lived in Hof and wrote some of his most famous novels here. During his creative period, he was more popular than Goethe and Schiller and is considered the first German poet who could live off his writing. His memories of Hof are marked by deep melancholy, and he referred to the city as the place where he “wrote his best.”</p> <h3>The Tour Guide and the Experience</h3> <p>Experience a guided tour with a knowledgeable guide who will share exciting anecdotes and historical backgrounds about Jean Paul and his time in Hof. Let yourself be captivated by the guide's passion and knowledge!</p> <h3>Practical Information</h3> <p>The city tour takes place on <strong>Sun. July 27, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM</strong>. The meeting point is at <strong>Ludwigstr. 24, 95028 Hof</strong>. Registration is required at Tel. <strong>09281/815-7777</strong> or via email at <strong>touristinfo@stadt-hof.de</strong>. The tour is free of charge.</p>
City Tour Hof - Crime Scene Hof
<p><strong>This city tour is not for the faint-hearted!</strong></p><p>Discover Hof from a completely different, dark perspective and embark on a shocking journey through the criminal history of Hof. Visit places where gruesome crimes once took place and learn about the punishments that witches, robbers, and even murderers faced according to the laws of the time.</p><p>Explore locations where ghosts and other terrifying figures once roamed. The meeting point is at the portal of the town hall, Klosterstr. 1, 95028 Hof. Registration at the Tourist Information is recommended at Tel. 09281/815-7777 or touristinfo(at)stadt-hof.de. This tour is not suitable for sensitive individuals and teenagers under 14 years old.</p>
City Tour Hof - Night Watchman Walk
<p><strong>Experience the city of Hof from a truly unique perspective!</strong></p> <p>In the evening, join a real night watchman in Hof – an unforgettable experience for everyone! You will be transported back in time before the great Hof city fire of 1823, listening to the stories of the Hof night watchman. Whenever the tower clock struck the hour, the night watchman would signal with his horn and announce the hour – singing a different song each time.</p> <p>The citizens could rest easy knowing the night watchman was keeping an eye on all dangers. But the hour song was not his only task: he had to watch for thieves in the streets, mediate between a fire and the bell ringer of St. Michael's, and light the pitch pans. Only when everything was in order could he extinguish them at midnight and continue his rounds – for the safety of the Hof citizens.</p> <p>Our Hof night watchman will share with you his duties, the incidents, and the peculiarities of his work in Hof. The meeting point is the main portal of St. Michael's Church, Maxplatz, 95028 Hof.</p> <p><strong>Price:</strong> 8.00 Euro/person. Registration is required. For more information and registration: Tourist Information Hof, Ludwigstr. 24, 95028 Hof, Tel. 09281-815 7777, touristinfo@stadt-hof.de, www.hof.de</p>
City Tour Hof - Romantic Stone
<p><strong>Discover the romantic Theresienstein in Hof!</strong></p> <p>The Theresienstein stretches its feelers deep into the city center, enticing visitors with green meadows, avenues, and ancient trees, pavilions, and ponds. A gently winding network of paths leads through groves and along the edges of meadows, always under the protection of trees. Along the tranquil paths and avenues, new garden scenes unfold time and again. Charming sightlines open up to sculptures, fountains, and decorative buildings, extending far beyond the park's borders into the surrounding area. Particularly, the panoramic view of the lower Ludwigstraße up to the town hall enchants visitors in the southern part of the facility.</p> <p>Thanks to continuous expert care, the Theresienstein has not changed much since its inception. Following a so-called park maintenance plan, the typical features of a classic English garden are preserved, and many historical elements have been restored. Gather sensory impressions with our guides in one of Germany's most beautiful parks.</p> <p>Registration at the Tourist Information is desired at Tel. 09281/815-7777 or touristinfo@stadt-hof.de.</p>
City Tour Hof - Executioner Tour
<p><strong>Do you have a strong stomach? Join Hof's executioner Master Franz Schmidt for thrilling and unforgettable moments.</strong></p> <p>A historically grounded and vibrant journey through superstition, justice, and healing. Medieval history comes alive as the executioner shares tales of his unusual craft: where once the pyres burned, where torturous interrogations took place, where wrongdoers stood in the stocks, and where the imperial blood court convened – who better to tell these stories than one who was commanded by the law to carry out death and corporal punishments and even torture?</p> <p>As an executioner, he was also a brothel keeper and dog fighter, cleaning sewers or disposing of the bodies of dead people and animal carcasses. Often, he had medical knowledge and acted as a healer. The profession of executioner was considered 'dishonorable'; he lived in isolation and was shunned by the people.</p> <p>Today, Master Franz Schmidt can be found against a historical backdrop, taking you on his tour. The meeting point is the Town Hall Fountain, Klosterstr. 1, 95028 Hof.</p> <p><strong>Price: 8.00 Euro/person</strong></p> <p>This tour is not suitable for sensitive individuals and youths under 14 years! Registration at the Tourist Information is required.</p> <p>For more information: Tourist Information Hof, Ludwigstr. 24, 95028 Hof, Tel 09281/815-7777, touristinfo@stadt-hof.de, www.hof.de</p>
City Tour Hof - Anti-Fascist City Walk
<p><strong>Experience the dark history of Hof on a unique city walk!</strong></p> <h3>The Route: What You Will See</h3> <p>On this city tour, we will visit significant places connected to the era of National Socialism. You will learn more about the “Brown House,” the district office of the NSDAP, and the renamed Bernhard-Lichtenberg-Platz. We will also shed light on the events surrounding the Ury department store in 1938 and the role of Hof citizens during the “March into the Third Reich.”</p> <h3>Interesting Facts and History</h3> <p>The city of Hof has a tumultuous history, heavily influenced by the political upheavals of the 20th century. During this tour, you will discover how trade unions and the workers' parties SPD and KPD operated during this time and what resistance existed against the Nazi dictatorship.</p> <h3>The Tour Guide and the Experience</h3> <p>Our experienced guide will share exciting stories and personal anecdotes that provide deep insights into the history and people of that time. Let his knowledge and passion for history inspire you!</p> <h3>Practical Information</h3> <p>The meeting point is the Sophienschule in Hof. Please register at the Tourist Information to participate in this important and enlightening tour. The tour lasts about 2 hours and is suitable for all age groups. Remember to wear weatherproof clothing!</p>
City Tour Hof - Christmas Light Tour through Festive Hof
<p><strong>Experience the magical atmosphere of Christmas in Hof!</strong></p> <h3>The Route: What You Will See</h3> <p>Your city guide will welcome you at the church portal of St. Mary's Church and prepare you for a stroll through the beautifully illuminated Hof. The path leads from church to church, from angel to angel, through the festively lit city center. A variety of privately donated nativity scenes await your admiration in St. Michael's Church, St. Lawrence's Church, and St. Mary's Church. The Hof Christmas Market will also be included.</p> <h3>Interesting Facts and History</h3> <p>You might encounter the Christ Child, St. Nicholas – or even the Krampuses? A touch of Hof's history and Christmas traditions will certainly not be missed. Discover the fascinating stories behind the festive lights and traditions.</p> <h3>The Tour Guide and the Experience</h3> <p>Our experienced city guide will bring the city closer to you and share exciting anecdotes that will immerse you in the Christmas spirit. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and let the beauty of the city enchant you.</p> <h3>Practical Information</h3> <p>The meeting point is at St. Mary's Church, Lorenzstr. 1, 95028 Hof. The tour lasts from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. The price is 8.00 euros per adult, children up to 12 years are free. Registration at the Tourist Information is required. TIP: Get your tickets in advance at the Tourist Information - they are also very popular as gifts.</p>