Self-Guided Drachenfels Audio Tour in Königswinter

Find out everything about the Rhine romance, Drachenburg Castle and the cogwheel railway on your individual audio tour with local expert knowledge right in your ear.
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For yourself or a team. Also great for corporate events or private groups. Get a non-binding quote.

1h
German
Königswinter

What to expect

  • Explore at your own pace
  • Deep local stories in your ear
  • Legendary views and castle ruins
  • History meets myth on the Rhine

What is included in the class?

  • 24/7 access with flexible start
  • Full access in the SecretGuide app
  • Audio tour by certified local guides
  • GPS-triggered audio at each stop

What to bring to the class

Smartphone with SecretGuide app installed (Android or iOS). Optionally: Headphones Charged battery Weatherproof clothing Comfortable footwea…

Teamevents and groups

Suitable for individuals and groups — perfect for private or team events at your own pace. Recommended: maximum 5 people per smartphone.

Location and accessibility

The tour starts at the Drachenfels Plateau in Königswinter, accessible on foot or with the historic cogwheel train.

Who is the class suitable for?

This experience is for anyone who wants to combine maximum freedom with true insider quality: Quality seekers: For anyone who doesn't like r…

About this class

Drachenfels is the place of longing on the Rhine and attracts countless visitors every year. On this special audio tour through Königswinter, you can enjoy the quality of a real city tour while your mobile phone stays in your pocket. Certified guides share their insider knowledge with you, from the volcanic origins of the Siebengebirge to Siegfried's heroic battle with the dragon. What makes this experience special: You set the pace and start whenever you want — without any group commitment, but with maximum depth.

Ideal for anyone who travels independently and doesn't want to commit themselves to fixed times or groups.

Here are the highlights of the Drachenfels tour in short form:

  • Drachenfelsbahn (oldest cogwheel railway in Germany since 1883)
  • Drachenfels Plateau (viewpoint over the volcanic Siebengebirge)
  • Castle ruins of Drachenfels (landmark of Rhine romance from 1167)
  • Siegfried legend (cultural connection to the dragon slayer)
  • View of Rhöndorf (view of Konrad Adenauer's residence)
  • Drachenburg Castle (magnificent castle from the late 19th century)
  • Mnemonic trail & vineyards (descent past the “dragon blood wine” growing area)
  • Nature reserve (unique flora in the humid “Siefen” valleys)

What you’ll do in the class

How it works — step-by-step instructions:

1. Buy the desired tour, one ticket is valid for one account
2. You will receive an email with the access data for the SecretGuide app
3. Download the “SecretGuide” app
4. Log in to the SecretGuide app with the login details from the email
5. The tour is activated in your app account, start flexibly without a fixed time commitment

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SecretGuide turns your smartphone into a personal audio city guide—flexible, stress-free and full of local stories. Authentic and personal. Our city guides share their passion for the city — without AI. Only real knowledge and real voices.

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