In Würzburg, you will get to know the main sights during a city tour in the morning, foremost among them the baroque grandeur of the former Prince-Bishop's Residence, whose tour ends with a tasting of Franconian wine in the venerable cellar. In the afternoon, you will take an excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This small town gem is located on the so-called "Romantic Road" and is world-famous for its exceptionally well-preserved medieval old town, where you will also have the chance to try the local specialty, the crumbly pastry "Schneeballen."
Würzburg is a city in Bavaria in southern Germany. It is located on the River Main and is famous for its lavish baroque architecture and Franconian wine. The Residence Palace is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is highly recommended. It is a well known example of Baroque architecture with its acclaimed staircase, impressive frescos and imperial hall. Other impressive sites in Würzburg include the towering fortress of Festung Marienberg, the Alt Mainbrücke old bridge, which offers ideal views of the Marienberg, Dom St. Kilian cathedral and the many churches of Würzburg including the Romanesque Neumünster. Many of these sites have their own museums for visitors to learn of the history or view unique collections. Other museums of interest are the Mineralogical Museum, exhibiting the world of minerals and stones, and the Botanical Gardens, with various greenhouses and outdoor areas to enjoy. Wine lovers will find an abundance of wineries in Würzburg, offering cellar tours and wine tasting as well as traditional Bavarian cuisines and hospitality. Enjoy wine soup, Gerupfter (cheese spread) and Sauerbraten (braised beef in wine) in a friendly traditional wine tavern.