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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
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Accepts electronic paymentThis tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card
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Start your tour at the Rathausplatz , the heart of Augsburg. Admire the impressive Augsburg Town Hall , a Renaissance masterpiece designed by Elias Holl, with its famous Golden Hall. Nearby, you'll spot the Perlach Tower , a former watchtower offering panoramic views of the city.
From here, walk to the Alte Börse , a former center of commerce in Augsburg's Golden Age, and then continue to the Fugger-Welser Museum to explore the history of two of Europe's most powerful merchant families.
Next, stroll through the historic Bäckergasse , once a hub of artisanal activity in medieval Augsburg. Continue on to Little Venice , a picturesque district with charming canals reminiscent of Venice.
Your next stop is the Brechthaus , the birthplace of playwright Bertolt Brecht, which now serves as a museum honoring his life and works.
Continue on to the Steinerner Mann , a mysterious medieval stone figure shrouded in legend. From here, you can visit the Sweden Wall , a remnant of Augsburg's fortifications from the Thirty Years' War.
Next, head to the Leopold Mozart Haus , where Leopold Mozart, father of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, was born.
Make your way to the majestic Augsburg Cathedral (Dom) , featuring Romanesque and Gothic elements.
Finally, end your tour at the peaceful Hofgarten , a baroque garden perfect for relaxing and reflecting on the city's rich history.
This walking tour covers the essential landmarks of Augsburg, blending history, culture, and the city's architectural gems.
We will meet at Augsburg's Rathausplatz. I will have a yellow umbrella in my hands.
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).