AR vs Augusta Vindelicum

Welcome to the “Waldenburg Castle Multimedia App”! Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Waldenburg Castle through an enhanced reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experience. This app allows you to explore the historic rooms of the castle and uncover the fascinating details of lives of Royalty and the purposes each room served to them. Discover interactive points throughout the castle and delve into the rich history and vibrant past of Waldenburg with our virtual tour guide at your fingertips. Key Features: - Explore the Castle in AR and VR: Navigate through Waldenburg Castle and experience its rich history with AR and VR features that bring the past to life. - Interactive Points: Scan designated markers throughout the castle to get detailed explanations of each room’s historical significance and function. - Guided Tour by Prince Günther: Enjoy a unique experience as Prince Günther himself guides you through four stations, sharing rich historical anecdotes and insights about the castle and its former inhabitants. - Virtual Tour Guide: Use your smartphone or tablet to access immersive AR content that showcases how royalty lived and the history behind each room. - Interactive Book: Engage with an interactive book located within the castle, offering additional insights and historical context through engaging multimedia. - Detailed Room Explanations: Discover the purpose of each room and the daily life of its former inhabitants through interactive and educational content. - Multi-language Support: The app is available in multiple languages including English and German. Why Choose Waldenburg Castle Multimedia app? - Immersive Experience: Combine the thrill of exploration with an in-depth virtual guide to enhance your visit and deepen your understanding of the castle’s history. - Historical Insight: Step back in time and explore the luxurious life of the nobility through vivid AR and VR representations. - Convenient and Educational: Make your visit memorable and informative with an app that turns your smartphone or tablet into a personal tour guide. How to Use: - Download the App: “Waldenburg Castle Multimedia App” is available for download on the App Store - Visit Waldenburg Castle: Explore the castle’s many rooms and interact with AR points for detailed historical insights. - Use the Interactive Book: Find and engage with the interactive book to gain a deeper understanding of the castle’s history and its inhabitants. - Scan and Discover: Point your device at designated AR markers to unlock immersive content and explore the castle’s past. - Experience VR: Use your device to view VR content and see how the castle’s rooms were used by nobles in the past. - Follow Prince Günther: Listen to Prince Günther as he guides you through the castle, and shares his family history enriching your visit with his royal insights.

Explore the Augsburg region in Roman times! Augusta Vindelicum was the capital of the province of Raetia and the political, economic and cultural center of the region from Roman times until late antiquity. Eleven stations offer you a playful, interactive approach to Roman Augsburg and the city's surrounding area. Immerse yourself in everyday life at the time, get to know different living environments and talk to the people! You can also experience the ancient world in today's surroundings at several locations - augmented reality makes it possible. If you are not on site, a virtual 3D mode is available. Special features: - Interactive panoramas: Dialogs with characters (partly based on real-life models), exploration of different rooms and their multi-layered soundscapes - Reconstructions of original buildings and monuments in augmented reality (if on site) or in virtual 3D mode (if not on site) - Gamification: diverse game elements; overarching achievement level: building up your own coin collection - Scientific classification and photographs of original finds - Multilingualism: German and English