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Podcast Tour: The Fugger Gambit - God's Bankers of Augsburg

New2 h 27 minFree cancellationBy Red Thread
Podcast Tour: The Fugger Gambit - God's Bankers of Augsburg

About this activity

Immerse yourself in the 16th century and walk in the footsteps of history in Augsburg, the seat of the Fugger dynasty. This is not just a story about money; it is about how the colossal wealth of the Kaiser family financed the construction of St. Peter's Basilica and unintentionally triggered the Protestant Reformation. Accompany Historian Max and local expert Amelia as they decipher the great paradox of the Fuggers: Were they pious saints or brilliant sinners? From opulent palaces to the world's oldest social settlement, you will discover how their mixture of finance, faith, and power politics shaped the modern world.

- 5.6 km self-guided tour with 7 stations over 147 min.

- Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and power, protest & public space

Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals

- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app

What's included

  • ✓Exciting audio output in podcast style with experts and locals
  • ✓Interactive guide in the app for questions about history and surroundings
  • ✓Verified facts incorporated into an exciting story
  • ✓Point-to-point navigation between stops

Meeting and pickup

  • Travel from Augsburg Main Station to the Fugger and Welser Experience Museum using local public transport. Walk the last few minutes from the nearest stop. Please check the current connection on the travel day with the local transport association.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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