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Dive into the opulent world of Augsburg in the 16th century, where the gold of a merchant met the radical prayers of a monk. Discover the power struggle between the Fugger dynasty – the richest capitalist empire of its time – and Martin Luther, who ignited the Reformation. From intelligence networks and papal monopolies to the world's oldest social settlement, you will learn how extreme wealth and religious upheaval shaped the modern world.
3.1 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 117 min.
Ideal for power, protest public spaces
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Augsburg main station with local public transport towards St. Anna Church. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to St. Anna Church, Augsburg, Germany. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
From Fuggerei, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Augsburg Central Station. The starting point is Fuggerei, Augsburg, Germany. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1St. Anne's Church, Augsburg
A medieval church that houses both the opulent Renaissance Fugger Chapel and the Luther Staircase and marks the exact spot where the greatest conflict of the Reformation began.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The geographical and symbolic heart of Fugger power, with the monument to the most important figure of the family, Jakob Fugger 'the Rich'.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Weberhaus
The beautifully painted guild house of the weavers, which represents the modest origins of the Fugger family before their transition into the global financial world.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The parish church of the Fugger family, which shows their attempt to control public piety, and later the place of forced religious coexistence.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Fuggerhauser
The magnificent Renaissance palace of the Fugger dynasty and the site of the decisive interrogation of Martin Luther by Cardinal Cajetan in 1518.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Church of St. Ulrich and St. Afra
A massive Catholic basilica standing wall-to-wall with a smaller Protestant church, physically embodying the forced compromise of the Peace of Augsburg of 1555.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The first church in Augsburg that became Protestant, and which represents the working class rebellion against the Catholic elite supported by the Fuggers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Fuggerei
The oldest social settlement in the world, founded by Jakob Fugger, where the residents still pay 0.88 Euros a year and pray daily for his soul.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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