Art in Public Spaces: Guided Tours and Digital Routes 2026

From spring 2026, guided art walks will once again be on the program in the old town. The routes connect quiet squares, courtyards, and small alleys into their own "open-air gallery" – ideal for a second look at the city.

• Start window: expected between April and October 2026 (dates in the city calendar).
• Formats: public tours on weekends as well as bookable group tours during the week.
• Digital: App and audio guides will remain available in 2026 and will be supplemented with additional stations.

Tip: Those who walk off the main paths will discover sculptures in side streets and on small squares – perfect for a quiet discovery tour in the early evening.

Court Garden Season 2026: Orangery, Citrus Collection, and Morning Tours

Between the orangery and tree-lined avenues, the citrus and potted plant season 2026 will start as planned in late spring. Tours focus on historical garden art, Mediterranean plant care, and the baroque sightlines.

• Season window: May to September 2026 with themed tours on selected dates.
• Photo spots: sightlines from the orangery to the residence and quiet edge areas in the morning hours.
• Barrier-free path sections are planned for selected tours (details upon registration).

Behringershof and Hidden Courtyards: Courtyard Walks 2026

In 2026, curated city walks will offer insights into Renaissance courtyards such as Behringershof. The tours lead through passageways and semi-public courtyard spaces that are otherwise easily overlooked – focusing on craft tradition and city history.

• Formats: compact 60–90-minute appointments, some with a photo focus.
• Participation: limited group sizes; early booking recommended.

Kaspar Hauser Focus 2026: Themed Walks and Museum Program

Around the Kaspar Hauser sites – from the court garden to monuments to the city cemetery – themed tours are planned again for 2026. The Margrave Museum complements the tours with context on sources, interpretations, and research.

• Tours: fixed weekend dates during the season as well as bookable group slots.
• Museum: in-depth short tours alternating with city wall stations.

Margrave Museum, City Wall, and Synagogue: Learning Sites with Time Slots 2026

The Margrave Museum will again open walkable sections of the historic city wall in 2026 as part of guided formats. Tours of the synagogue provide insights into the city's Jewish life; participation is only possible at designated times.

• Recommendation: Combined slots "Museum + City Wall" for a comprehensive overview.
• Synagogue: Access exclusively via previously published tour times; reserve in advance.

Herrieder Gate, Feuchtlach, and Kaiserhöhe: Panorama and Nature Dates 2026

For special city views, the climb at Herrieder Gate is worthwhile on selected days in 2026. Additionally, Feuchtlach (city forest) and Kaiserhöhe invite you to guided nature and panorama tours.

• Herrieder Gate: climbs, among others, on Open Monument Day on 13.09.2026 and on specially announced dates.
• Feuchtlach: seasonal walks and short routes with a nature focus in summer and autumn 2026.
• Kaiserhöhe: photo walks at golden hour with wide views over the city and surroundings.

Culinary 2026: Bratwurst Stories and Tasting Tours

The popular culinary city tours will continue in 2026. Between market alleys and the old town, guides tell of historical recipes and today's specialties – including selected tastings.

• Dates: regularly during the season (registration required; limited places).
• Note for groups: exclusive slots with individual start times can be booked.

Planning and Booking

All dates, booking modalities, and short-term changes are published in the official event calendar of the city of Ansbach as well as on the pages of the participating institutions. For highly demanded slots, early reservation is recommended.

• Ticketing: online booking, tourist information, or as specified by the provider.
• Accessibility: varies by format; check details for each tour.
• Weather: outdoor offers may be postponed or adjusted; check current information before the date.

Sources and Further Information

1. City of Ansbach – Official Event Calendar — Dates, tours, special openings (accessed 2026-02-18)
2. Bavarian Palace Administration – Court Garden Ansbach — Season info and tours (accessed 2026-02-18)
3. Museums Ansbach – Margrave Museum — Program, city wall, thematic focuses (accessed 2026-02-18)
4. Open Monument Day (DE) — Background and nationwide dates (accessed 2026-02-18)
5. Tourism Ansbach — Tours, culinary, bookings (accessed 2026-02-18)