A Rural Colony in the Heart of the City – Saturday Tours in Jerusalem
Guided tour of Jerusalem’s German Colony takes place on Saturdays at 11:00, starting at the foot of the Orient Hotel. A journey of approximately an hour and a half through history, architecture, and stories.
Discover the rural colony established in the heart of Jerusalem!
Saturdays as detailed below.
On this light and enjoyable tour, we will stroll through the picturesque alleys of Jerusalem’s German Colony, following its stories and people.
What will we see and learn on the tour?
We will hear how, in the second half of the 19th century, a small, close-knit group of Christians from Germany decided to leave the church and immigrate to the Land of Israel to work the land.
Were they the first Zionists? What made them leave Germany and come here? Why is there an Armenian church in the middle of the German Colony? And when Germany became Nazi, what happened to these Germans in the Land of Israel? Were Nazi flags really flown regularly in Jerusalem?
A light Saturday-morning tour, lasting about an hour and a quarter, among Jews, Armenian Christians, and German Templers, reaching as far as… Australia!
The tour guide, an expert on the German Colony, will lead you through its alleys, following its extraordinary stories, history, and architecture.
How much does it cost?
Only 80 NIS per ticket!
When?
The tour takes place on Saturdays at 11:00 and lasts about an hour and a half.
During holidays and festivals, the tour is also held on additional days and at additional times, as announced here.
Questions?
To contact Traveling Jerusalem:
- Phone: 02-6254004
- Email: info@travelingjerusalem@com
To book tickets — choose a date:
General notes
The meeting is at 11:00 in the morning, at the entrance to the Orient Hotel, 3 Emek Refaim Street, Jerusalem.
The guided tour will take place in all weather conditions unless the company announces otherwise.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
The tour is suitable for adults.
Payment and cancellation policy
- Cancellation with two days’ notice or more — no cancellation fee.
- Cancellation with one day’s notice or less — full cancellation fee.
- Failure to attend without prior notice — full cancellation fee.
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