Discover the rich cultural heritage of Hahndorf in Adelaide Hills. Explore the history of the Prussian people and their escape to this area in 1838. Experience a unique Strudel making activity and learn about Fachwerk architecture. Exclusive access to hidden locations.
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Hahndorf in Adelaide Hills. Explore the history of the Prussian people and their escape to this area in 1838. Experience a unique Strudel making activity and learn about Fachwerk architecture. Exclusive access to hidden locations.
- St Paul’s Lutheran Church - The guide offers exclusive access to this church, which is not open to the general public.
- Bamfurlong Fine Crafts - Discover a unique architectural feature of this building with insightful commentary from your tour guide.
- Ophelia Cottage - Experience the Germanic ‘fachwerk’ architecture at this site. A…
- St Paul’s Lutheran Church - The guide offers exclusive access to this church, which is not open to the general public.
- Bamfurlong Fine Crafts - Discover a unique architectural feature of this building with insightful commentary from your tour guide.
- Ophelia Cottage - Experience the Germanic ‘fachwerk’ architecture at this site. A demonstration of the building’s construction will be provided on-site, along with an overview of the heritage land layout.
- Hahndorf Inn - At this historic pub, you will have the opportunity to create your own Apfel (Apple) Strudel. The building is rich with artifacts and history that are often overlooked. Discover the Kingship Medal belt, a pioneer listing with details of immigrants, their occupations, and the ships on which they traveled to South Australia, and much more!
- Hahndorf - A secret entrance leads to the oldest Germanic farmlet, offering a glimpse into the lives of early settlers on a property not open to the public.
The tour continues along the main street, sharing stories of Hahndorf at various locations to enrich the experience.
While standing under one of the magnificent trees, learn about who planted them and the reasons behind it.
- Tea and coffee
- Optional lunch booking at Hahndorf Inn with strudel for dessert
- Tea and coffee
- Optional lunch booking at Hahndorf Inn with strudel for dessert
The indigenous Peramangk people christened this region of the Adelaide Hills Bukatilla, a moniker you will encounter throughout the tour. This story is a pleasing revelation.
During the excursion, you will be exposed to the accounts of Prussian individuals who took refuge here following their escape from their King in 1838.
Subjected to tyranny from…
The indigenous Peramangk people christened this region of the Adelaide Hills Bukatilla, a moniker you will encounter throughout the tour. This story is a pleasing revelation.
During the excursion, you will be exposed to the accounts of Prussian individuals who took refuge here following their escape from their King in 1838.
Subjected to tyranny from their King due to their persistent adherence to Old Lutheran religion, their experience is a compelling narrative of endurance, bravery, and belief. Coupling this tour with a Strudel crafting class offers guests a wholesome blend of cultural insight, and a vibrant hands-on gastronomic venture - unique to the Adelaide Hills.
This tour provides access to areas usually blocked from public view, offering multiple photo opportunities.
One of the crowning jewels of the tour is the visit to the earliest Germanic farmlet in the Southern Hemisphere, a spot that remains undisclosed as it sits on private land, only accessible through Hahndorf Walking Tours. Here, the concept of Fachwerk (Germanic) architecture gets detailed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.