What to Do in Rothenburg Ob Der Tauber, Germany, Rothenburg, Germany

Nestled in the heart of the state of Bavaria is Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a medieval town with its roots set in 1142. Once Germany’s second largest city in the middle ages, it is now home to tourist attractions galore and is a must for any of you visiting the state soon.

This town is one of the most gorgeous we’ve ever seen, and is one you’ll certainly not want to miss.

The name Rothenburg ob der Tauber translates to Red Fortress above the Tauber, a small river that runs below the beautiful city.

We’ve put all of our favorite destinations in Rothenburg ob der Tauber on this list, so make sure you save enough money for any admission fees. If you need some help with this (we get it, we’ve been there), you can read more about budgeting for your trip by referring to our money management tips.

From visits to museums and churches to taking part in guided walks and tours, there is a lot to do and see in the photographer’s-dream city of Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

If you’re planning a trip soon to this Bavarian state, here are our top ten places we think you need to visit.

Rothenburg is still surrounded by the wall that was built to keep the Imperial Free City safe from attack. Tourists can enjoy a scenic two-hour walk along the 4-kilometer-long restored city walls which feature an impressive 46 defensive towers. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).