Rothenburg ob der Tauber

How to Get to Rothenburg

Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a small town in the middle of Germany and is a bit more difficult to get to.

The closest airports to Rothenburg are Nürnberg Airport, Frankfurt Airport, & Stuttgart Airport. From any of these airports you can get to Rothenburg via car or train. Check google maps for the times & routes that work with your schedule!

The main train station is Rothenburg ob der Tauber Central Station, which is about a 10 minute walk to the city.

What to Do in Rothenburg

Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a fairytale looking German town with half-timbered pastel houses lining the cobblestone lanes of its old town.

The Romantic Road/Romantische Str. is the main medieval street running through the old town where you can enjoy boutique stores & picturesque cafes.

Take a walking tour through the city and learn more about its history and see all the sights. This tour is highly rated! Reserve your spot here.

Marktplatz/Market Square is the main town square and is full of restaurants, hotels, and touristic shops. You can also climb the medieval Town Hall Tower and get panoramic views over the city.

Walk along the Spitalturm – a covered walkway on top of the town walls that include gate houses and towers.

Stop by St. Jakob’s Church that houses an intricate, late Gothic altarpiece by woodcarver Tilman Riemenschneider.

Stroll through the city with a medieval minstrel in period costume while learning the history and being entertained in song & dance as you go! This is such a fun experience! Book your tickets here.

Explore the landscaped gardens of the former Rothenburg castle.

Interested in learning more about the medieval time period? Visit the Medieval Crime Museum.

Here is a list of more recommended activities & tours you can do in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

Want to see more of Germany? Take a day trip to Berlin, Frankfurt, Fussen, Heidelberg, or Munich !

Where to Eat in Rothenburg

Hotel & Restaurant Reichsküchenmeister – Das Herz von Rothenburg is rated as one of the best restaurants in the city.

Restaurant Michelangelo is a delicious Italian restaurant and is highly recommended!

Enjoy authentic German dishes in a traditional atmosphere at Restaurant Alter Keller.

Looking for Vegetarian & Vegan restaurants in Rothenburg? Taj Mahal Rothenburg has delicious vegetarian dishes and is also the best Indian restaurant in town!

Brot & Zeit is the most highly rated breakfast spot in Rothenburg!

These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Rothenburg ob der Tauber according to google reviews.

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Rothenburg

There are so many great hotels in and around Rothenburg! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere. However if you are traveling by car, you can find spectacular luxury hotels & cheaper options right outside of town as well.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations, I recommend –

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Rothenburg

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from May to September, with an average daily temperature above 67°F. The hottest month of the year in Rothenburg ob der Tauber is July, with an average high of 74°F and low of 55°F.

The cold season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 44°F. The coldest month of the year in Rothenburg ob der Tauber is January, with an average low of 27°F and high of 37°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Rothenburg

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Wander the fairytale streets with your kids and pretend you are princes & princesses living in the medieval times!

Take a tour with a medieval minstrel in period costume who will tell you about the city and entertain you in song & dance as you go! This is a fun tour for kids! Book your tickets here!

One of Teddy’s favorite places is Teddyland! Pick out and name your very own Teddy Traveler!

Explore the garden mazes & flowers in the Castle Gardens!

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