With the Hangman's Wife through Braunschweig's Medieval Michaelis Quarter
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When the medieval Michaelis Quarter awakens in lantern light
On Saturday, October 31, 2026, tour guide Elke Frobese, in the role of the Hangman's Wife, will lead visitors through one of the most atmospheric districts of Braunschweig. The costumed tour combines city history, lively role-play, and macabre tales into an impressive discovery experience around the medieval Michaelis Quarter.
In the Footsteps of Outsiders and the Disgraced
In the glow of the lanterns, the Michaelis Quarter reveals its mysterious side. Historic buildings and half-timbered houses have been preserved along Güldenstraße, Prinzenweg, and Echternstraße. In the Middle Ages, people who stood on the fringes of society lived here: prostitutes, beggars, and other outcasts. The hangman also had his house in this quarter.
History to Touch
The Hangman's Wife takes participants into an era when superstition, social exclusion, and harsh legal judgments shaped everyday life. The city tour opens unusual perspectives on Braunschweig's cultural heritage and makes local history directly tangible in the streets, buildings, and traditional sites.
Michaelis Church and Medieval Town Charm
A special highlight is the visit to Michaelis Church, a parish church consecrated in 1157 in the former district of Altstadt. Between historic walls, winding streets, and preserved half-timbered facades, an authentic atmosphere emerges where Braunschweig's medieval past becomes tangible.
Experienced Tour Guide with Historical Expertise
Elke Frobese was born in Braunschweig, studied medieval history and literary studies at the Technical University of Braunschweig, and is qualified according to the guidelines of the Federal Association of Tour Guides in Germany and the IHK Braunschweig. She offers historical lectures, city tours, and costumed tours for adults and children and works on behalf of Braunschweig Stadtmarketing GmbH.
Conclusion: A City Tour for Curious Explorers
The approximately 90-minute costumed tour promises a cultural enrichment with goosebumps moments, historical backgrounds, and impressive insights into the darker chapters of Braunschweig's city history. Those who want to experience the Michaelis Quarter from an unusual perspective should secure their ticket for this special tour on Halloween evening.
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