But what do we know about the courageous and strong women who have shaped the city's history in modern times? Who knows Thekla Trinks, who established the first ‘Höhere Töchterschule’ (secondary school for girls) in Siegen? Anna Helene Irle, who founded an orphanage for girls? Who knows the Siegen artists Carmen Klein or Hanna Achenbach, or remembers Siegen's first mayor, Hilde Fiedler, who shaped the city's destiny from 1989 to 1994?

Time needed: Approx. 1,5 hours
Prices: Adults €12, children (6-14 years) €6, families (2 adults/2 children) 32 €
Meeting point: Upper Castle gatehouse
Group tours: on request
Other dates already confirmed for 2026: 24 March, 10 May, 5 September, each at 2.30 p.m.

The city tour is offered only in German.

Contact for tickets and information: +49 271 303828-0 or hallo(at)visitsiegen.de
Purchased tickets cannot be exchanged or returned. You can also find the dates on which the tour takes place in the event ticker on our home page.

Here you can find the general terms and conditions!