Virtual discovery tour: Experience Marienburg Castle in a new light!

Virtual discovery tour: Experience Marienburg Castle in a new light!

Marienburg Castle in Pattensen, a real insider tip for fans of the “Maxton Hall” series, is just getting going with new digital offerings. For fans of historical heritage, an exciting and educational digital tour is now available, allowing you to explore the castle from home or during a walk outdoors. Loud haz.de Marketing Manager Gunnar Kothrade pointed out that the new digital tour is accessible via a QR code board on the bridge portal. This leads to the “Pattensen Time Travel” app.

The app is a real treasure trove full of historical backgrounds, images and films. It offers 360-degree panoramas and even actors in which the characters of King George V and his wife Marie vividly tell the history of the castle. This multimedia journey is not only informative but also entertaining and is great for families or history buffs.

Virtual experiences during the renovation work

The castle is currently completely closed to visitors due to extensive renovation work - a situation that is expected to last until 2030. In order to still be able to experience the cultural heritage, digital solutions were used. Loud bg-press.de Users can explore the 15 stations along the 500 meter long circular route.

The tour, which takes approximately 60 minutes, is designed to be used without a mobile data connection. Not only is it a fun way to experience history, but also an opportunity to understand the neo-Gothic structure's unique architecture inside and out. Users can access multimedia content via QR codes, including impressive 360° panoramic images and informative texts.

Cultural highlights and technical refinements

The digital tour initiative is supported by various actors, including Hannover Marketing & Tourismus GmbH in collaboration with the city of Pattensen and other institutions. The technical implementation comes from the Extended Vision agency from Freiburg. Future history highlights that the digital tour is an extension of the existing app and that the content is also available in English and French.

A special highlight of the tour is the story about the blind King George V, who could only feel the castle through a cork model. These and many other stories offer users fascinating insights into the history of the Guelphs and the castle itself.

Marienburg will continue to be a major tourist destination and it is clear that those responsible have a good knack for offering visitors an unforgettable experience during the renovation work. Anyone interested in the digital tour can find out more details on the Hanover Region website.