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From Munich: Rothenburg and Nördlinger Ries Day Trip by Bus

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From Munich: Rothenburg and Nördlinger Ries Day Trip by Bus
4.3815637 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.3815637 out of 5 stars
1714 reviews

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.

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Duration 10.5 hours
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English, German
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French, Japanese, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Patriece – Australia

Beautiful picturesque tour. Marleene our tour guide was lovely, well informed and very attentive to everyone’s needs

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Sue – Australia

Well run, on time, guide knowledgeable. Interesting Harburg Castle, there are a few stairs to climb inside then on to Rothenberg, a very pretty medieval town. A fairly long drive home. A very pleasant day out.

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Karlspl. 21

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

    Harburg Castle

    Optional

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Rothenburg ob der Tauber

  • Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    Free time, Self-guided tour (2 hours)

  • Transfer

    (2 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Karlspl. 21

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

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

Full 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
  • Entry to the Harburg (€10) is not included in the tour price, and it is payable by credit or debit card only

Meeting point

Meet at house number Karlsplatz 21 at the Gray Line, AutobusOberbayern bus lane. The bus stop is located next to Hotel Buddy. Coming from basement level, take exit G or F.

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

4.4 /5

based on 1714 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.3/5

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Patriece – AustraliaMay 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Beautiful picturesque tour. Marleene our tour guide was lovely, well informed and very attentive to everyone’s needs
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Sue – AustraliaMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Well run, on time, guide knowledgeable. Interesting Harburg Castle, there are a few stairs to climb inside then on to Rothenberg, a very pretty medieval town. A fairly long drive home. A very pleasant day out.
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Neha – NetherlandsMay 4, 2025 – Verified booking
amazing tour, Debbie, the tour guide, she was just exceptional, gave all the info throughout the tour and was very helpful. also, the driver, Freddy, she was also very supportive and helpful throughout the tour, bus was on schedule on every attraction due to her. highly recommend this tour.

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