Day trips by bus on the Romantic Road

Romantic Road Coach – pure relaxation!

The era of the Romantic Road coach began more than 70 years ago. Today, it still takes visitors from all over the world to the historic towns and wonderful landscapes along the Romantic Road. The trips are shared experiences. The coach driver is not just a driver, but an entertainer and an answerer of questions in one person. This article introduces you to some day trips that bring passengers closer to the beauties of the royal seat of Würzburg, the magic of the romantic Tauber Valley and the charm of the medieval town of Rothenburg.

What can you expect as a passenger?

  • Have a wonderful, unforgettable day on the Romantic Road
  • Cheerful drivers and tour guides
  • Magnificent views
  • A wealth of interesting information
  • Nature and beautiful landscapes
  • Historic towns
  • Medieval architecture
  • Tradition and culture
  • Festivals and events
  • Hospitality and culinary delights
  • Regional food and drinks

Day trip from Frankfurt to Rothenburg o.d.T.

Trips by long-distance coach are available for larger groups. The day trips from Frankfurt to Rothenburg are particularly attractive. They start in Frankfurt a.M., south side of the main station, Mannheimer Straße, Deutsche Touring/Eurolines stop

The journey first takes you through the Spessart to the town of Würzburg in Lower Franconia. It is known for its excellent wine, which is cultivated on the slopes around the city. Würzburg is the start and end point of the Romantic Road.

The journey continues along the beautiful vineyard landscape of the Tauber Valley to Weikersheim. Here you have the opportunity to visit the baroque palace with its famous Knights’ Hall and the baroque garden, which was laid out in the style of Versailles.

The journey continues to Röttingen. The landmark of this small town is the baroque town hall, in front of which a European flag flies. Röttingen is Germany’s first European town.

The next stop is Rothenburg ob der Tauber. This world-famous sight is a highlight for lovers of medieval romance. In Rothenburg, passengers have three hours to discover the romantic alleyways and squares.

A visit to Käthe Wohlfarth’s Christmas store is also not to be missed. After a walk over the town wall, a visit to the Rothenburg castle garden is a must. Here you can enjoy magnificent views down into the Tauber Valley. Rothenburg has a large number of hotels, restaurants and cafés that have moved into the historic buildings. If there is still enough time left, you can visit the Medieval Crime Museum. It is Europe’s largest museum of legal history. The collection can be described as gruesome and yet highly informative.

On the way back, there is a photo stop at the Würzburg Residence. This magnificent baroque building is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day trip from Frankfurt to Rothenburg o.d.T. with wine tasting

On these trips, wine lovers have the opportunity to taste wine specialties from the Tauber Valley. Most of the wines on offer are from the Markelsheim winegrowers’ cooperative. They are served in small bottles (0.25 l) and can therefore also be taken home.

Day trip on Germany’s oldest vacation route from Würzburg to Rothenburg o.d.T.

The tour starts in Würzburg and leads through the “Ochsenfurter” Gau to the Tauber Valley. Three important German wine-growing regions meet here: Franconia, Baden and Württemberg.

The journey leads along the beautiful vineyard landscape of the Tauber Valley to Weikersheim. Here you have the opportunity to visit the baroque palace with the famous Knights’ Hall and the baroque garden, which was laid out in the style of Versailles.

Day trip from Würzburg to Rothenburg o.d.T. with wine tasting

This day tour can also be combined with a wine tasting for wine lovers. Most of the wines on offer are from the Markelsheim winegrowers’ cooperative. They are served in small bottles (0.25 l) and can therefore also be taken home.

Minibus day tours from Frankfurt to Rothenburg o.d.T.

The minibus day tours from Frankfurt to Rothenburg o.d.T. are a very special highlight. The minibus journey takes you from Frankfurt Central Station through the romantic Tauber Valley to the medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

On the way, there is a stop in the beautiful little town of Weikersheim. Here, passengers have the opportunity to visit the baroque Weikersheim Residential Palace and the magnificent palace garden with its fountains, sculptures and orangery.

The journey continues via Röttingen and Creglingen to one of Germany’s most famous tourist attractions. The town of Rothenburg towers high above the picturesque Tauber Valley like a movie set. A tour of the town walls with magnificent views of the valley and a stroll through picturesque squares and alleyways will make you forget the present for a few romantic hours.

Minibus day tours from Frankfurt to Rothenburg o.d.T. with pick-up at the hotel

Angenehm bequem ist der Abholservice von ihrem Hotel in Frankfurt. So können Fahrgäste die Tagestour nach Rothenburg o.d.T. noch stressfreier genießen.

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