How long does the museum tour last?

The tour lasts about one hour and offers a compact, easily understandable overview.

What is the entrance fee?

The ticket price is €12. Reduced and family prices are available for other dates at the museum.

Where does the tour take place?

At the Fugger and Welser Experience Museum in Augsburg's Old Town, Äußeres Pfaffengässchen 23, 86152 Augsburg.

Is the museum barrier-free?

Yes, the house considers itself to be barrier-free and inclusive. For special requirements, a quick inquiry with the museum is recommended.

What topics are at the center?

The focus is on the Fuggers and Welsers, trade routes, wealth, power, the Renaissance, and the critical question about the effects of early capitalism.

Are there additional tours and educational offerings?

Yes, the museum offers public tours, museum educational formats, and additional events.

Augsburg's Fugger-Welser Heritage: A Tour about Money, Power, and the Renaissance

Name: Museum Tour: From Trade, Money and Power
Start: 2026-09-06T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-06T14:00:00+02:00
Location: Fugger und Welser Erlebnismuseum

Museum Tour: From Trade, Money and Power – Augsburg's Rise as a European Trade Metropolis

This tour at the Fugger and Welser Experience Museum takes you deep into a city history characterized by merchant spirit, capital, global intertwining, and political power. Those who want to understand Augsburg discover not only shining wealth but also the darker sides of early trade capitalism.

Between Renaissance, Wealth, and Responsibility

The Fuggers and Welsers were among the most powerful merchants in Europe. Their business with spices, fabrics, and metals extended to Asia, Africa, and South America, making Augsburg a European metropolis. The tour does not present this development simply as a success story but also questions the conditions of this wealth.

An Artistic Experience of Historical Context

The focus is on the illustrative conveyance of economic and cultural history. The exhibition concept of the house combines scenic storytelling, hands-on stations, and museum educational approaches with a clear historical perspective. This creates an atmospheric reflection on history itself: from the trading power of the Early Modern period to its consequences for the present.

Tour with a Critical View on Global Trade

Particularly striking is the critical approach to topics such as colonialism, social inequality, and the question of at whose expense wealth was created. The tour thus opens an artistic and cultural historical space of thought that goes far beyond mere fact transmission. It is precisely this combination of knowledge, reflection, and aesthetic experience that makes the visit so valuable.

For Culture Enthusiasts, Families, and City Explorers

With a duration of about one hour, the museum tour offers a concentrated insight into the history of the Fuggers and Welsers. The museum considers itself to be barrier-free and inclusive; furthermore, public tours and additional educational offerings are part of the program. An ideal opportunity for anyone who wants to see Augsburg as a cultural city anew.

At the end, visitors can expect a precisely curated artistic experience between economic history, Renaissance, and contemporary references. This tour is particularly worthwhile for all who appreciate historical depth, illustrative communication, and a smart perspective on power and money. A must experience live.