How long does the city walk last?

The tour is planned for about 2.5 hours and starts on 27.09.2026 at 10:30 AM.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is the entrance to Poppelsdorf Cemetery at Blumen Heinen on the Pilgrimage Path in Bonn.

What does participation cost?

The fee is 12 euros per person.

Is the tour a classic city tour?

Yes, it is a guided city walk with a historical focus and local background knowledge.

Can I arrive by public transport?

The meeting point is located in Bonn-Poppelsdorf and is well accessible from the city side. More detailed information about arrival depends on the current traffic situation.

Is the tour held outdoors?

Yes, the tour is designed as a walk outdoors and leads through the cemetery and its surroundings.

Discover Bonn, where history continues silently and impressively

Name: Bonn City Walk with Rainer SELmanN (Poppelsdorf Cemetery)
Start: 2026-09-27T12:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-27T15:00:00+02:00
Location: Poppelsdorfer Friedhof

Bonn City Walk with Rainer SELMAN: The Poppelsdorf Cemetery as a Place of Living Bonn History

This city walk opens the view to one of the most historic places in Bonn: the Poppelsdorf Cemetery on the slope below the Kreuzberg. With Rainer SELMAN, participants will experience a cultural-historical tour that connects Bonn's city history, burial culture, and local memory into an impressive discovery experience.

Between Kreuzberg and Poppelsdorf: A Cemetery with History to Touch

The Poppelsdorf Cemetery is one of the older and still-used burial sites in Bonn. Its location on the Pilgrimage Path and in the vicinity of the Kreuzberg gives the tour a special atmosphere: quiet, dignified, and simultaneously full of narrated city history. Here, guests encounter not only historical gravesites but also the traces of those Bonn citizens who have shaped the city’s cultural heritage.

Expertly Guided with Attention to Details

Rainer SELMAN has been active as a Bonn historian and professional walker for many years. His city walks are known for their extensive knowledge, vivid anecdotes, and the ability to turn places into living stories. This makes the guided tour particularly interesting for guests who want to discover Bonn beyond the well-known postcard motifs. The tour combines local history, historical context, and a calm, personal narrative style.

The Meeting Point: Clear, Easily Accessible, and Close to the City

The meeting point is at the entrance of the Poppelsdorf Cemetery near the Flower House Heinen on the Pilgrimage Path. The location is in the Bonn district of Poppelsdorf and is easily accessible from the city center. Visitors are advised to arrive on time, so that the walk can begin in a relaxed manner and there is enough time for orientation.

What Makes This City Walk Special

The tour is aimed at people who want to experience Bonn authentically: with historical backgrounds, a precise look at the city’s cultural heritage, and a route that reveals quiet places with great impact. The Poppelsdorf Cemetery, in particular, unfolds its full depth during a guided tour – as a place of remembrance, green space, and testimony to Bonn's urban development.

Conclusion: Those who want to explore Bonn on quiet paths will find a city walk here with character, substance, and atmosphere. The combination of local history, experienced guidance, and an extraordinary location makes this tour a cultural enrichment. Sign up now and experience Bonn from its quiet, impressive side.