Medieval Musical Tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber
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.
Options
Private: You set the Time!
Flexible Start Times : Kids under 15 are free
What's included in Medieval Musical Tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Rothenburg Town Hall (Rathaus)
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
Medieval Crime and Justice Museum
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
Das Plonlein
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
Inclusions
- Guide
- 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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Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Start Time: typically 10:45 AM
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
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: Meine deutsche Tour kann nicht auf TripAdvisor & Viator gebucht werden. Wenn Sie eine deutsche Tour benötigen, kontaktieren Sie mich bitte direkt und stornieren Sie diese Buchung.
