What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Start Time: typically 10:45 AM.

Germany

Medieval Musical Tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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2 hours

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Overview

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.

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What's Included

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Guide

Itinerary

Stop 1

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

Stop 2

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

Stop 3

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

Stop 4

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

Stop 5

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

Stop 6

-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

Stop 7

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

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

Start Time: typically 10:45 AM

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Good to Know

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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Special Instructions

Thank you for booking my tour in English!
-The tour start time is at 10:45 AM unless you have booked a "Private Tour." I will contact you to arrange a time, if you have booked a "Private Tour."
-Please come to the Market Square. Marktplatz 1, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber at between 5 to 10 minutes before the tour start time.
I will greet you there in my medieval attire to start our musical adventure!
-Children under 12 will not be charged and should not be included in the package rate, if you have paid for a child, please contact me and we will resolve the issue.
See you then!
Many musical greetings
Margarete von Schwangau

For German Travelers only:
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