Journey Through the Rhineland Renaissance in Strasbourg

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ID: GYG493333-873562
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Country: France

Duration: 01:30 hours


Description

Explore Rhineland Renaissance in Strasbourg with the artisan's wife as your guide. Uncover the city's wealth in 1609.
Discover the Golden Age of Strasbourg, a city of Rhineland Renaissance, alongside Marie Schmidt, daughter and wife of master artisans and passionate bourgeois. Our tour guide, dressed in historical outfit, will immerse you in the daily life of this prosperous era.

Starting from Cathedral Square, follow Marie on her journey through the old town. Meet the merchants, artisans, and guilds that enliven the city. Immerse yourself in the economic and cultural wealth, inspired by Italy and welcoming Huguenot refugees from France.

Admire emblematic sites such as Kammerzell House, the Corbeau Hotel, the former customs house, the "Renaissance" houses on Saint-Nicolas quay, the Neubau, and the picturesque Petite France.

Plunge into the lives of wealthy bourgeois and nobles, adorned with London drapes and Italian silks, as well as daily laborers and apprentices who live modestly and fear political upheavals and epidemics.

Let yourself be guided by Marie Schmidt, who will reveal the hidden treasures of Strasbourg and share her interest in architecture and history. This immersive tour, suitable for all, will take you on a journey through time and leave you with lasting memories of this magnificent Rhineland city.

Highlights

  • An immersive tour full of humor and historical anecdotes led by a tour guide.
  • Discover the Strasbourg Golden Age, its Renaissance architecture.
  • An immersive and interactive tour for adults and children aged 8 and above.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine.
The meeting point will be at the corner of Hallebardes Street and Cathedral Square in Strasbourg. You will easily recognize your guide with her historical outfit.
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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.