When does the city walk start?

The event begins on 11.07.2026 at 10:30 AM.

How much is the participation fee?

The contribution is 12 euros per person.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Poppelsdorfer Allee / corner of Quantiusstraße in Bonn.

How long does the tour last?

As a Bonn city walk, a duration of about 2.5 hours is reasonable; the exact end time will be confirmed on-site.

Is the tour suitable for all weather conditions?

The Poppelsdorfer Allee is an outdoor tour. Weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes are advisable.

How do I get there best?

Traveling by public transport is particularly practical. There are parking options at Bonn Talweg and in the parking garage at the LVR-LandesMuseum.

Bonn's Poppelsdorfer Allee tells history, architecture, and city feeling

Name: Bonn City Walk with Rainer SELmanN (Poppelsdorfer Allee)
Start: 2026-07-11T12:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-11T15:00:00+02:00
Location: Poppelsdorfer Allee / Ecke Quantiusstraße

Experience Bonn's Poppelsdorfer Allee anew: City walk with historical depth

This Bonn city walk with Rainer SELMAN takes place on July 11, 2026, through one of Bonn's most elegant urban spaces. Between Gründerzeit houses, rows of chestnut trees, and the historic axis connecting the city center to Poppelsdorf, local history becomes a lively discovery experience.

A boulevard with a strong impact

The Poppelsdorfer Allee runs from Bonn's city center through the Südstadt to Poppelsdorf, connecting urban landscape, cultural history, and urban strolling to this day. Originally, it linked the Electoral Palace with the Poppelsdorf Palace and shapes the character of the district with its axial effect and trees on both sides. This historical connection is particularly vivid in the city walk.

History to touch between residence city and federal city

Those walking with Rainer SELMAN experience Bonn not just as the present, but as a multi-layered memory of the city. The Bonn historian has been offering educational and entertaining city walks for over 20 years, combining thorough research with understandable communication. Especially on the Poppelsdorfer Allee, it becomes clear how closely Bonn's residential past, university history, and later role as the federal capital are intertwined.

Sensory impressions on one of Bonn's most beautiful promenades

Especially in summer, the avenue unfolds its effect: The leafy canopy, the architecturally closed buildings, and the wide, linear spatial effect create an atmosphere between tranquility and urban elegance. The route offers numerous perspectives on facades, squares, and transitions in the urban fabric and makes Bonn's city culture tangible in short distances.

Practically planned, pleasantly experienced

The meeting point is at the Poppelsdorfer Allee / corner of Quantiusstraße. Using public transportation is recommended; the area is well connected, including stops at Poppelsdorfer Allee and Beringstraße. Parking is available on Bonn Talweg or in the parking garage at the LVR-LandesMuseum. The tour is an outdoor city walk and particularly suitable for participants who wish to explore Bonn on foot.

Conclusion

This city walk connects historical context, architectural impressions, and genuine Bonn local knowledge into a cultural enrichment for guests and locals alike. Anyone wishing to discover Bonn up close and with a trained eye should secure this appointment.