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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Rothenburg Town Hall (Rathaus), Marktplatz, 91541 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

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Medieval Crime and Justice Museum, Burggasse 3, 91541, 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

Duration: 8 minutes

Stop At: Das Plonlein, Untere Schmiedgasse 16-25, 91541 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

Duration: 8 minutes

Stop At: Die Rossmuhle, Rossmuhlgasse, 91541, 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

Duration: 9 minutes

Stop At: Spitalviertel, Spitalgasse, 91541, 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


Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Holy Ghost Church, Spitalgasse 46, 91541, 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

Duration: 8 minutes

Stop At: 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


Duration: 8 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Tours are available in Group Packages: up to 4 Adults, up to 6 Adults, up to 8 Adults, up to 10 Adults and up to 15 Adults as a Private Tour. Please don't pay more and book the wrong group size! Tours could be grouped with other travelers, if a Private Tour is not booked. For non-private tours, the maximum group size will not exceed 20 guests."
"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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"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início: 10:45 AM
Duração: 1 Hour 45 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Marktpl. 1, 91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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