Harburg Castle and Rothenburg Day Trip from Munich

Harburg Castle and Rothenburg Day Trip

Harburg Castle

The old town of Rothenburg

Visit both one of the oldest and largest castles in the south of Germany and the best preserved medieval city in all of Europe. On our trip to Rothenburg and Harburg, you will discover a true fairytale enclave.

Details

Duration

11 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Transport by air–conditioned bus
English–speaking guide
Multilingual audio guide onboard the bus (depending on availability)
Guided tour of Harburg Castle in English

Not included

Entry to Harburg Castle: 10EUR per person
Food and drink

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 4 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Sonnenstrasse, 3

Reviews of our customers

7.5

Very good 2,818 Travelers·282 reviews

September 12, 2026
Anónimo
Mexico
Excellent guide Melanie and driver Draco
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September 9, 2026
Silvia Dora
Argentina
The excursion itself was beautiful. But the audio guides weren't working, so we used Google Translate and understood. But it's not the same as going c...
With friends
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August 30, 2026
Lilia
Ciudad De México, Mexico
Our guide Patricia was very friendly. Despite not speaking Spanish, she always tried to communicate with us. The tour was great, and the weather was l...
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August 24, 2026
José
Panama
A fantastic tour! Patricia was an amazing guide—so attentive, friendly, and on top of every detail. Her dedication and professionalism were evident th...
As a couple
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August 15, 2026
Giovanna
Italy
The tour went very well. The guide, Jonny, was friendly and knowledgeable. The guide, Luke, at Harburg Castle, was also excellent. I recommend this to...
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August 14, 2026
Nuria
Spain
Rothenburg is beautiful. I would skip the castle visit to spend more time in Rothenburg.
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July 12, 2026
Anónimo
Bilbao, Spain
A very beautiful castle and a picture-perfect town. It's three hours from Munich, but it's well worth the trip.
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June 3, 2026
Anónimo
Montevideo, Uruguay
Normal, nothing special. An old bus that does not have charging sockets for mobile phones. On long trips, this is an important inconvenience.
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May 20, 2026
Mariella
Montevidro, Uruguay
Patricia was a great guide, always attentive to everything during the excursion. And Boby, the driver, was excellent too.
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November 25, 2025
Anónimo
Yucatán, Mexico
The only problem I saw is that they give us headphones to listen in Spanish when the guide speaks in English through the microphone, and that makes it...
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Harburg Castle and Rothenburg Day Trip

The route from Munich to Harburg Castle and the city of Rothenburg is often referred to as Southern Germany's Romantic Road. When you take this wonderful trip you will find yourself in the heart of the idyllic forests and mountains of Bavaria.

After collecting you from the Sonnenstrasse, 3, we'll begin our trip, heading deep into rural Bavaria. Our first stop is Harburg Castle. Here you have the opportunity to visit this beautiful 11th-century fortress at your own pace (entry not included). This extensive hilltop complex is considered to be one of the oldest and best conserved medieval citadels in Bavaria. Micheal Jackson even wanted to buy it, calling it "the castle of my dreams".

Our route then continues towards Rothenburg. To reach this small city, we will pass through the fascinating volcanic landscapes of the Suabia region which is abundant with fossils of prehistoric animals.

Finally, we arrive at Rothenburg, a medieval town which has been perfectly preserved over the centuries. The striking red tiles of the rooftops earn it the nickname 'Red Fort'.

We will explore the pretty cobbled streets and the enchanting old town, where you will encounter the 14th-century wall which we pass through via the old gateway to the city. You will also have the opportunity to stroll along the wall and even climb up to the top of the 200m Röedert Tower.

Following this tour, you will have your own free time to take something to eat and do some shopping around the wonderful narrows streets of one of the most beautiful locations in Germany.

Finally, we'll pass through Hallertau, the largest hop-growing region in the world, before arriving back at the meeting point in Munich, where this 11-hour excursion will come to an end.

Points of interest in Munich

Frauenkirche Neuschwanstein Castle Dachau Concentration Camp

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Harburg Castle and Rothenburg Day Trip

Finally, we arrive at Rothenburg, a medieval town which has been perfectly preserved over the centuries. The striking red tiles of the rooftops earn it the nickname 'Red Fort'.

Following this tour, you will have your own free time to take something to eat and do some shopping around the wonderful narrows streets of one of the most beautiful locations in Germany.

Finally, we'll pass through Hallertau, the largest hop-growing region in the world, before arriving back at the meeting point in Munich, where this 11-hour excursion will come to an end.

Harburg Castle and Rothenburg Day Trip