Hidden gems in Frankonia - Reformation and Revolution private tour

Schillingsfürst is a gem of Frankonia. Towered over by a mighty castle, the town has unique traditions and breathtaking views. Let's visit a raptor show, the castle and the "Ochsentretanlage". This technical marvel driven by an ox gave the castle running water- a novelty in the 17th Century. Schillingsfürst was a hotspot of the peasant uprising 1525. Inspired by Martin Luther the peasants formed a poor-armed but inspired resistance against the catholic upper class. Learn more about this thrilling episode of history driving through the scenery of the romantic road on route to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This exquistly preserved example of a German medieval town was a thriving commercial center and a "Freie Reichsstadt", meaning it wasn't under the control of a local noble but the emperor himself. In Rothenburg I'll show you how Reformation shaped the community and why being a heavy wine drinker might save your life and that of your loved ones!

- We will start in the morning in Nuremburg - at any place you wish. - After an hour ride through the frakonian scenery, we will arrive in Schillingsuerst - where you can taste some frankonian specialities in a panoramic scenery. - According to your preferences we will visit the raptor show, the castle and the Ochsentretanlage. If you come from September - April don't miss to taste the famous frankonian fish " Karpfen" - when you order your fish is still alive :) . - In the afternoon we will drive to Rothenburg ob der Tauber - and if we are lucky we can see some sheep or horses on our way. - In Rothenburg you can dive in the living of a medieval German "Reichsstadt" and I will show you the "Must have seen" and the hidden sights of this romantic marvel. If the weather is fine we will have diner in a typical Biergarten where the native Rothenburger meet in the evening. - After an hour ride through the frankonian scenery you will arrive full with experiences and the good frankonian food in Nuremberg.