Rothenburg ob der Tauber Saints and Sinners Self Guided Tour

5.0(6)3 hFree cancellationBy Tourific

About this activity

Rothenburg was too poor to modernize for 200 years — which is exactly why it's one of Europe's best-preserved medieval walled towns. This self-guided app-based walking tour of Rothenburg takes you through 18 stops and 900 years of history, entirely at your own pace.

You'll hear the drinking legend that supposedly saved the town from destruction, see the fountain Disney copied, and find out how it was saved from total destruction during WWII. The route covers the landmarks on Market square, passing by St. Jakob's Church and the Medieval Crime Museum plus lesser-known spots most guided tours walk right past.

Start anytime, pause for a glass of Franconian wine and take detours without holding anyone up. The tour works offline, so spotty signal in Rothenburg's narrow lanes won't slow you down.

If you want to explore without being herded between stops, this was made for you. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours and a full refund guarantee means there's zero risk in booking.

What's included

✓100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
✓1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
✓Audio and written guide included
✓Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
✓Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation

Not included

✕Entry to castle tower/ museum is not part of this tour
✕Any physical devices or headphones
✕Human tour guide at location

Meeting and pickup

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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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