Rothenburg: Private 1-Hour Night Watchman Tour Tour in English

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ID: GYG400910-728180
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Country: Germany

Duration: 01:00 hours


Description

Follow the night watchman as you walk across quiet squares and through barely illuminated lanes. Experience the special mood and atmosphere of the dark city as you listen to the night watchman's entertaining and informative stories.
Experience Rothenburg ob der Tauber by night while hearing about its medieval past. Learn from your night watchman guide the important duties of a watchman and the greatest dangers a medieval town can face. Wander through tranquil squares and deserted alleys on this private 1-hour tour.

Meet your night watchman at the suggested meeting point or be picked up at your hotel or a restaurant of your choice in the Old Town. With a hat, coat, halberd, horn, and lantern, the night watchman will personally welcome you and your group.

Join the night watchman on this one-hour evening tour through the old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Enjoy the tranquility of the almost deserted alleys and the sights of the city in romantic lighting. Listen to the watchman's stories and about life when the Black Death threatened people, as well as torture and cruel punishments. Learn to understand why places of worship, monasteries, and city defense played such an important role and how the city developed.

During your tour, you will see the mighty St. James Church as well as the town hall and part of the city walls. A special highlight of the evening is a view of one of the gateways with its high towers. Take the chance to ask your night watchman whatever curiosities you may still have and enjoy a photo session with the night watchman before they say goodbye to you.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Middle Ages
  • Learn how important night watchmen were for the safety of a city
  • Enjoy the sights of the city in the evening peace and romantic lighting
  • Experience the city from the perspective of a local

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine
Please make sure you wear good walking shoes and suitable clothing
Please wait in front of the hotel or restaurant at your scheduled pickup time. The guide will wait no longer than 10 minutes after the scheduled pickup time. If you don´t choose a hotel or restaurant pickup the tour will start by the life-size bronze statue at the main entrance to the Church of St. James.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.