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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Bored of the standard city tour? Want to experience a one-of-a-kind experience unique in the world? This tour combines:
-live vocal music & recorder performances
-the history of Rothenburg,
-my love of music
-an introduction to German medieval composers AND
some laughs as we stroll through the old medieval town. Join me, Margareta von Schwangau, the wife of the last Minnesager Oswald von Wolkenstein, and discover the past through music!
Children under 12 are free and are not included as paying participants.
Guide
Departure Point
Marktpl. 1, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
Start Time: typically 10:45 AM
Rothenburg Town Hall (Rathaus), Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany Starting point: Market Square/Town Hall
-Introduction to Minnesang (Music of Medieval Germany)
-explanation my character "Margarete von Schwangau"
-explanation of the legend of the Master Draught/Meistertrunk (UNSESCO World Heritage event)
-history of the Glockenspiel at the Market Square
-Live performance of song by medieval/Renaissance composer Oswald von Wolkenstein 10 minutes
Medieval Crime Museum (Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum), Rothenburg, Bavaria, Germany St. Johannes Church/Medieval Crime Museum
-See original city wall from the 12th century
-Introduction to medieval chant
-Chant and the Black Death/Plague
-The role of St. Johannes church & surrounding buildings in the medieval period
-Live performance of chant song 8 minutes
Das Plonlein, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany Previous Stop (not available to peg):
An der Eich Observation Deck of the Tauber Valley
-Introduction to medieval composer Wolfram von Eschenbach
-Love and romance in medieval German culture
-Explanation of current location, medieval double bridge, vinyard valley view
-Earthquake of 1356 and Rothenburg
-History of the castle of Rothenburg and the Staufer Dynasty (Hohnstaufer)
-Live performance of a song by Wolfram von Eschenbach
DAS PLÖNLEIN
-History of "das Plönlein"
-Explanation of the buildings and current location -1st expansion of the old city wall.
-Trivia about Rothenburg
-Introduction to composer Neidhart von Reuental
-Depiction of the lives of the middle and lower class through lyrics
-Live performace of a song by Neidhart von Reuental 8 minutes
Die Rossmuhle, Rothenburg, Bavaria, Germany In between stop, " Linden Tree/Fischturm" not available to peg on map.
LINDEN TREE
-Role of the linden tree in medieval German and modern culture and its significance in Rothenburg's history
-Introduction of composer Walter von der Vogelweide
-Live performance of song Under the Linden by Walter von der Vogelweide
-More about Minnesang (high and low Minnesang), how it evolved through time
NAG'S MILL
-Historical significance of the mill in the center of town (noteworthy Renaissance building)
-Explanation of medieval grain storage practices 9 minutes
Spitalviertel, Rothenburg, Bavaria, Germany HOSPITAL QUARTER SQUARE
-Explanation & history of current location -2nd and final expansion of the medieval city wall
-Location of hospital and church and the residence of the staff explained
-Architectural highlights of the Renaissance
5 minutes
Holy Ghost Church, Rothenburg, Bavaria, Germany -Enter the church to learn about the fascinating life of mystery medieval composer
-Life of nun and composer born in 1098
-Influence of mystery composer on politics, science and Christianity
-Live performance of a work by mystery composer in the church with wonderful acoustics 8 minutes
Spital Bastion, Rothenburg, Bavaria, Germany SPITALBASTEI/ Hospital Bulwerk/Fortification (Spital Bastion)
-Step inside the Spital-bulwerk, largest and youngest fortification in Rothenburg
-Significance of mentioned historic site
-Learn about the mercenary soldiers, their role in the Renaissance
-Introduction to last composer, who wrote a song for the mercenary soldiers
-Live performance of previous song mentioned
-Tour ends
8 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tours are available as 1. Single Tickets ("Special Rate Tours: Available on selected days only) 2. Small Group Tours (you maybe grouped with other travelers, not exceeding 15 persons) or as a 3. Private Tour of up to 15 adults in your group (no one else may join a private tour)
Children 12 years and younger are free of charge. Children 13 and over are considered adults and should be booked as such.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Charles L
14 May 2022
I had a wonderful time with Amelia in Rothenburg. She has a wonderful voice, and took us to some extremely scenic spots in Rothenburg. We had great conversations about music and the process of reconstruction and interpretation as well.
This tour also makes a great complement to the Night Watchman Tour. While Georg covers the economic and political perspective, as well, as the northern side of town, Amelia’s tour covers the social and cultural aspects of Medieval Germany and the less visited but very beautiful Southern side of the city.
sapralott
23 Aug 2020
Das war wirklich mal eine ganz andere Stadtführung. Hat "Margarete" super toll gemacht. Und wirklich eine super Stimme! Besonders in der Kirche klingt sie wundervoll.
Vielen Dank!!
L3557LIelenab
21 Jul 2020
My friend and I enjoyed the tour a lot! The tour lasts 1,5 hour but the time flys very fast as the mix of the music and history of the city is very entertaining. The guide speaks both languages, German and English, and btw has a wonderful, profesional voice!
We totally recommend the tour for everyone!
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