10 Cultural Tours in Franconia That You Shouldn't Miss

From the vineyards of Würzburg to the foot of the Alps, the Romantic Road (Romantische Strasse) is by far the most popular of Germany’s holiday routes. Join us to this trip, where you feel like you just jumped back into the 16th century.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Professional Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan/private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Meeting point: Congress Centrum / Turmgasse 11 or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge Duration: 2h End location: Any central point in the city Maximum 35 participants per Guide You will see: *Marketplace *Residence *Falkenhaus *Marienkapelle *Town Hall *Vierröhrenbrunnen (Fountain) *Marienberg Fortress (optional) *Marienbrücke (St. Mary’s river bridge) *Dom (Cathedral) You will learn about: *History of the city and its role *The importance of the wine region *Marienberg Fortress and the Main River *Balthasar Neumann, a famous German architect of the Baroque era *Tilman Riemenschneider, a famous German sculptor

Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot

Exclusions: Gratuities

On March 22, 1933, a few weeks after Adolf Hitler had been appointed Reich Chancellor, a concentration camp for political prisoners was set up in Dachau. This camp served as a model for all later concentration camps and as a "school of violence" for the SS men under whose command it stood. In the twelve years of its existence over 200. 000 persons from all over Europe were imprisoned here and in the numerous subsidary camps. 41. 500 were murdered. On April 29 1945, American troops liberated the survivors.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Tour Guide, Entry/Admission

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WE'RE CURRENTLY CLOSED DUE TO CORONAVIRUS - THANKS FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDUING, take care and stay healthy. Don’t expect a “normal” city tour! "Bamberg Free Walking Tour" is run by enthusiastic locals, who are happy to share their love for their hometown with you! On our regularly scheduled, guided group tours we offer you an entertaining mix of history, stories, fun facts and useful alternative tips about the charming world heritage town. To guarantee our high quality, we limit the group sizes of all our tours to 25pax. Come join us, and discover Bamberg with us! On our private walking tour "Budget Bamberg Walking Tour" we conduct a tour exclusively for you and your group. Two hours are 130€ per group.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

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Meetingpoint: In front of the Bamberg Cathedral or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will learn about: • The history of the city • The mystery of the Bamberg Horseman • Archbishop of Bamberg • Emperor Heinrich II and his wife • Little Venice • The legend of the Town Hall • The breweries and the smoked beer You will see: • The Cathedral • Bamberg Horseman • Old Court • New Residence • Church of Our Lady • Old Town Hall

Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot

Exclusions: Gratuities

Discover Nuremberg, the second largest city in Bavaria with us. Immerse yourself in the picturesque old town with its half-timbered houses, visit the landmark of the city the imposing "Kaiserburg" and discover the historic Albrecht Dürer House, home and work of Germany's most famous painter and one of the most famous artists of all time. Nuremberg also houses the largest ensemble of National Socialist architecture - the Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Even today, gigantic building remains testify to the megalomania of the Nazis. The exhibition "Memorium Nuremberg Trials" in the Palace of Justice, the original scene of the war crimes trials, provides a comprehensive insight into the era of German post-war history.

Inclusions: Transport by air conditioned motor coach, Live commentary on board in German and English

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fees (approx. 5.00 Euros)

Travel by train from Munich to Nuremberg and spend a day seeing the historical city’s highlights with a private guide. With a flexible itinerary that’s tailored to your interests, the full-day sightseeing tour takes in two of Nuremberg’s must-visit sites: the medieval Old Town and Nazi party rally grounds. Admire stunning architecture, and then learn about Nuremberg during the days of the Third Reich (Nazi Germany) while visiting the Imperial Castle, Luitpold Arena, Congress Hall and more. A visit to the Nuremberg Trials Courthouse is also possible.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide, Round-trip train transport

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fee Documentation Center (approx. 5,00 euros), Food and drinks

The Major War Criminals Trial was held before the International Military Tribunal in Nuremberg from November 20, 1945 to October 1, 1946. As a result of this trial, Courtroom 600 of the Nuremberg Palace of Justice gained worldwide notoriety. From 1946 to 1949, 12 "Subsequent Trials" were held in the same courtroom before exclusively U. S. American military tribunals. . Still to this day, in the southeast corner of Nuremberg, the remains of structures located on the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds impress visitors with their immense proportions and stand as vivid testimony to the megalomania of the National Socialist regime. This area of 4 square miles was intended to be an impressive backdrop for the Nazi party rallies and serve to demonstrate their power not only to Germany, but to the entire world. Palace of Justice is CLOSED ON TUESDAYS

Inclusions: Private Transport

Exclusions: Entry/Admission

Surround yourself with castles and medieval villages as you travel along the Romantic Road during a full day escorted tour from Munich to Harburg and Rothenburg. There's plenty of free time at each stop, so there's plenty of time for lunch and exploring at your own leisurely pace.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Skip-the-line Service

Exclusions: Entrance fees (approx. EUR 8.00), Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop off, Gratuities

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)