HAHNDORF WALKING TOURS

Historic Walking Tours in Hahndorf, South Australia

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Hahndorf Walking Tours (HWT) is a business providing visitors experiences in this very special location in South Australia. Right here in Hahndorf, South Australia, we have the oldest Germanic village in the Southern Hemisphere. Understand what you are looking at and hear the stories behind the streetscape.

You’ll be walking the history of Hahndorf by stepping back into the time of the Prussian immigrants, and the early colony of South Australia. Sometimes it’s best to slow down and take it all in. You can lose yourself in the stories of the village with each building and each corner, revealing a new delight and a promise of more stories to be shared.

Fall in love with Hahndorf as you stroll along our tree-lined street lined with historic buildings and numerous artisans, restaurants, and eateries. Experience the village like a local guided by Sharon Pippos, a passionate Hahndorf resident and history enthusiast. Meet Captain Hahn, learn about fachwerk architecture and the amazing feats of the pioneer women.

Some locations are on private properties and access is only available via a Hahndorf walking tour. Hahndorf Walking Tours is an ethical business, providing honest Australian customer service. All sites are wheelchair accessible. Ten percent of revenue is donated to The Salvation Army. At all times, bookings are recommended to avoid disappointment.

Sharon displaying a Struddel she made
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Sharon displaying a Struddel she made

Experience Hahndorf With 5-Star Walking Tours

Great insights on Hahndorf's fascinating history

We booked the After Dark Walking Tour and were very glad we did! Sharon shared some amazing stories of the town and it's original Prussian settlers as we walked around by lamplight, even going into St Paul’s Lutheran church. We really valued hearing about the people behind the beautiful buildings and streets.

– Darron L., TripAdvisor
Just fascinating

We did the Hahndorf After Dark tour, which was just fascinating. We got to go into the beautiful old church (deliciously spooky waiting to go in through the old green doors and looking up at the old bell tower in the dark...! ) and hear about the incredible people who built it.

– J D., TripAdvisor
Strudel, stroll, and singing

I took part in the "Strudel and Stroll" walking tour with Sharon - discovering many interesting things about Hahndorf along the way. Venturing down "secret" alleyways, finding out about places I'd just walked past may times - fascinating! Our state's heritage is fascinating. Sharon is knowledgeable, funny, inclusive and passionate.

– Wendy R., TripAdvisor
Hahndorf seen up close and personal

This is an interesting, easy paced walk through Hahndorf. I've passed through these streets many times but haven't really SEEN the buildings and certainly haven't heard the stories that make up Hahndorf. Sharon is personable and fun, and full of interesting insights, facts and figures. The tastings along the way were great and very appreciated!!

– Jo P., TripAdvisor
Storytelling + Strudel

Sharon brings the historical characters of Hahndorf to life with her well researched stories. I have been to Hahndorf many times and now I see it in a whole new light - with greater depth and empathy for the pioneers who made it all happen. Sharon has created a unique engaging immersive experience combining her own historical connections to Hahndorf with her passion for the place and her research and storytelling skills.

– Abby D., TripAdvisor