When does the guided tour take place?

The tour takes place on 20.06.2026 at 11:00 AM and lasts until 12:30 PM.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is the Church of St. Michael at Church Square 4 in 90762 Fürth.

How long does the tour last?

The guided tour lasts about 90 minutes.

What is the ticket price?

The regular price is 10 Euros, reduced 8 Euros.

Is pre-registration necessary?

No, pre-registration is not necessary according to the organizer.

Is the tour barrier-free?

The tour is only partially suitable for people with mobility impairments.

Fürth Tells Its Dark History on a Captivating City Tour

Name: Guided Tour of Bathers, Plague, and Other Epidemics
Start: 2026-06-20T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-20T14:30:00+02:00
Location: Kirche St. Michael

Tracing Illness, Courage, and Survival in Fürth

This guided tour in Fürth opens up a view into an era marked by threats to daily life, faith, and medicine. On this historical walk around the Church of St. Michael, visitors encounter stories of plague, leprosy, hunger, and the people who had to cope with life in uncertain times.

History to Touch at the Church Square

The meeting point at the Church of St. Michael is located in a place where Fürth's urban history becomes tangible. Here begins a discovery tour that vividly illustrates the handling of illness and death in earlier centuries and tells the story of the city's development from an unusual perspective.

From Bathers to the Master of the Weighing Place

At the center are historical professions and their tasks: the bather as a healer, the master of the weighing place as part of an often-repressed urban reality. The tour connects medical, social, and cultural historical insights and shows how closely intertwined survival, hygiene, and beliefs were.

Stories from a Difficult Time

The route leads through narratives that draw on historical sources and traditions. It discusses causes of death, death crowns, and a frightfully shocking devilish life, as well as the consequences of epidemics and wartime events. Thus, local history is not conveyed dryly but made experienceable as a lively guided tour experience.

Who the Tour is Particularly Worthwhile For

This tour is aimed at people who want to experience Fürth beyond the usual city walks. Those seeking cultural heritage, urban history, and exciting backgrounds regarding medicine and daily life will find a well-founded, impressive, and easily accessible tour through the past here.

Conclusion: Bathers, Plague, and Other Epidemics show Fürth from its compelling, historical side. The tour combines knowledge, atmosphere, and real city history into a special discovery experience. Secure your spot now and explore Fürth's past on a moving walk.