Rothenburg and Romantic Road Day Trip by Bus



Experience the beauty of Nördlinger Ries. Visit Harburg Castle, an amazingly medieval castle never damaged by war. Wander through the streets of Rothenburg, a beautifully restored medieval town.

Highlights

  • Visit the Harburg, a castle of ancient traditions
  • Wander through the perfectly-restored mediaeval town of Rothenburg
  • Be enchanted by the landscape of the Nördlinger Ries
  • See the largest hops-growing region in the world, the Hallertau
  • Enjoy skip-the-line tickets

Description

Take a trip down the Romantic Road, a famous 220 mile route linking some of Bavaria's most exquisite architectural gems on a guided tour from Munich. Discover the natural beauty of the region, and the charming town of Rothenburg. After departure from Munich, travel first to Harburg which is one of the oldest and best-preserved castle complexes in Germany. This perfectly situated castle with its surrounding village retains the feel of the middle ages. Be enchanted by its historic flair and delve deep into its history. After visiting the castle, and pausing for coffee, you will drive on through the wondrous scenery of the Nördlinger Ries – the giant depression left by an ancient meteor in the Swabian landscape. Travelling via Dinkelsbühl, with its towers and spires, you will reach Rothenburg, a perfectly restored mediaeval town. Take some free time here for extensive exploration. Wander through the beautiful streets and alleyways, which are full of the charm of past times. Your return to Munich will take you through the largest hops-growing region in the world, the Hallertau. On this tour, be amazed by the beautiful region of southern Germany.

Includes

Travel in a luxury bus with tour guide Skip-the-line service at Harburg Audio commentary in 7 languages (subject to availability): Mandarin, Japanese, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian Guides tour of Harburg Castle is offered in English only

Important Information

  • Be mindful of a steep hill to Harburg Castle and stairs inside

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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