Our favorite medieval town in Germany! So much so that we've visited three times in three years! Perfectly preserved & guarded by Heritage laws, this place brings you back in time with a feeling that I cannot describe. Every spot is gorgeously picturesque with it's flower filled windows, cobblestoned streets and wrought iron signs. The charmingly ancient Reiterlesmarkt/ Christmas market is buzzing in December. And if you're a foodie like us, the traditional Schwäbisch cuisine is a mouthwatering must!
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| Entrance to this magical town begins with a gate. This one is Roeder gate. |
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| Markus Tower & Röder Arch |
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| The picturesque Gerlach's Forge |
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| Siebers Tower |
The traditional Swabisch cuisine is fantastic and many restaurants are available within town. If you are a true foodie, google Rothenburg food blog for many differing reviews to help make your decision.  |
My recommendation is Gasthof Greifen on Ober Schmiedgasse just off of the main Markplatz. Reasonably priced large portions of well made local classics will leave you full. The photos below are just a couple of the dishes we've sampled. |
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| Pork roast on sauerkraut topped with pan- fried onions. Oh my God, amazing! |
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Classic homemade Spätzle (noodles) |
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| Kids portion: Kinder schnitzel und pummes. |
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| The Greifenplatte: Calf, pork & beef with roasted vegetables, krokettes (mashed potato balls) and buttered carrots. Sooooo mouth watering delicious! |
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| Don't forget to try the local bier on tap, Tucher. |
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The popular bakery treat, Schneeballchen.
 The Night Watchman's tour is extremely popular as well as the Executioner's tour. |
The Town Hall and meeting place for the
Night Watchman and Executioner's tours.
Castle tower and gate.
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The Medieval Crime Museum: Burggasse 3
The museum on legal history as well as many interesting punishment and torture devices. Open daily.
Kathe Wolfhart Christmas Village Shop: Marktplatz. Traditional German made Christmas wares.
German Christmas Museum: Herrngasse 1. Across the street from the Kathe Wolfhart Christmas Village shop. History of the Christmas tradition and decorating customs.
Altstadtladen. Obere Schmiedgasse 17. Gorgeous handmade wooden signs with wood burning, painting & free personalized engraving done on site. These are seriously the prettiest signs made in Germany! Other wooden items are available in the shop as well.
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A Metzgerei (butcher shop) just across from the Altstadtladen shop on Obere Schmiedgasse. Try the blutwurst (blood sausage) ;) The rohesser (smoked sausages) are our personal favorite. I like the firmer ones rather than the squishy, nearly raw feeling of the soft ones. |
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A walk around town on the old fortified wall is a must during your visit! The walk takes about an hour and a half. Reserve two hours just in case.   |
The famous Reiterlesmarkt/ Christmas market is worth a visit in December. The aromas of cinnamon, bratwurst and gluhwein (hot spiced wine) fill the air. The town transforms into a winter wonderland with small outdoor stalls selling traditional holiday ware and foods. At night the town lights up with holiday cheer.
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| On our walk the last visit, we found a small shop filled with Didgeridoos! I just had to share this cool discovery! |
Positive Vibrations- Michael Beuckert
Röderschütt 4
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Parking is located outside of the town wall and just a short walk into town from one of the many gates.
Daycard: 24 hours- 5 Euro or 1 Euro per 1 hr.
P1: Am Friedrich-Horner Weg. busses & cars
P2: Nordlinger Strasse. Busses & cars
P3: Schweinsdorfer Strasse. Busses & cars
P4: Am Hornburgweg- cars only. South part is free of charge
P5: Bezoldweg. Cars only. Free of charge
Driving into the city is possible with a hotel reservation or during vehicle open hours of 11 am- 4 pm & 7 pm- 6 am. It's not recommended unless you are dropping off or parking at your hotel.
Stay:
Any hotel in the area is worth the stay to enjoy the evening in town. Many hotels within the walls of town do not have parking available. You can drop your bags off at the hotel and then park at the nearest car lot just outside of the wall. The ones who do offer available parking will have a parking fee. The walk is not more than 10 minutes from any gate to the town's center. Staying outside of the wall is also nice and slightly cheaper. Parking is easy and available surrounding the town. Read the hotel reviews to help make your decision, a seven and up will guarantee a comfortable stay.
If you drive: A local drink store outside of the walled town filled with excellent options of Rothenburg beer and wines of the area.
Getrankemarkt Gobel: Bensenstrasse 2- next to the Lidl- grocery store.
Mon-Fri. 8am -8pm
Sat. 8am-6pm
How much time for a visit?
Depending on your adventure level, budget and time, you can visit this lovely town within a day. One night's stay will help with seeing the town, a walk on the wall around the perimeter and some shopping. Two or three full days will give you more than enough time to cover every inch of town, visit the museums, sample differing cuisines and shop till you drop.
Official site: http://www.rothenburg.de/index.php?get=121
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Info office: Marktplatz
Official site: http://www.rothenburg.de/index.php?get=121
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Any other tips, questions, ideas or opinions are welcome.
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