Top Things to do in Rothenburg
Top Restaurants in Rothenburg
10 Free Things to do in Rothenburg That You Shouldn't Miss
Walk atop Rothenburg’s city walls or climb to the top of the town hall for great views. The Night Watchman tour is an unforgettable way to learn the city’s history. And our travelers also recommend the Medieval Crime Museum (Mittelalterliches Kriminalmuseum)—it’s gruesome but fascinating.
Restaurants in Rothenburg
1. Altstadt
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,384 reviews
Rothenburg has made a concerted effort to preserve its medieval heritage, and Old Town reflects the historic fruits of this labor.
Reviewed By johnbJ2216LG - Northville, United States
Christmas market we took our granddaughter to see the Christmas markets in Germany in the city and the Christmas market was a wonderful experience. The time itself without the Christmas market is a worthwhile experience because it had very little damage from the war And a lot of the structures are still intact if you are in Germany it’s a definite place you have to visit
2. Rothenburg Town Hall (Rathaus)
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4.5 based on 1,430 reviews
The city hall of this picturesque, undeveloped village reflects its anachronistic spirit.
Reviewed By smichelini2017 - Tampa, United States
Centered in the old walled city. It was festooned with colorful Christmas Market decorations and market stands serving everything from seasonal favorites like spiced wine to open fire roasted bratwursts, chestnuts, and more. Specialty shops included Christmas gifts and regional traditional decorations. The Rathouse serves as a beautiful backdrop for the Christmas Market.
3. Spital Bastion
4. Schmiedgasse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
An elegant residential street near the city center.
Reviewed By Traveling_with_Hank - Eugene, United States
I agree with the reviewer who complained about the cobble-stoned street. It was not pleasant on my old feet. Nevertheless I made the best of it. I’d read about the Schneeball, and decided to avoid it. But there were more tasty treats in some of the bakeries. If you’re a lover of wine, be sure to stop at Glocke, a shop at/near the Ploenlein. They have a shop filled with their own wines, and have a lovely choice of wine glasses (made in Germany). They don’t ship the glasses, but will offer as much bubble wrap as you need. All of my 6 glasses survived the trip home. There are lots and lots of tourist shops I didn’t care for.....but here and there you can find some lovely things to bring home. If you keep an eye out for the locals in their cars, and are the discerning shopper, you will enjoy yourself!
5. Kathe Wohlfahrt's Christmas Shop
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4.5 based on 984 reviews
This famous shop brings all the glitz and glamour of the Christmas holidays year round.
Reviewed By zimmys57 - Delavan, United States
On our one day visit we decided to take a look inside the place...... and let me say we were blown away. The year round store is utterly amazing as the shear size and vast variety of Cristmas decor is beyond description. Therefore, if visting Rothenburg take the time to see what I am describing and you will see what I mean.
6. Town Walls
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4.5 based on 2,380 reviews
Reviewed By janrA2759SE
These old city walls are amazing. You can walk around on top of a good portion of them. The view is great and it is a pleasant walk. They're covered so it's a nice walk even in the rain. You do need to be careful because it can be uneven in spots and the stairs are steep.
7. Rodertor
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By JohnCamp81 - Crossville, United States
The town survived WWII with little damage. The walled city is typical German - beautiful and waiting to be photographed. Take in the entire city wall if you visit.
8. Burggarten
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4.5 based on 516 reviews
Reviewed By GG8990 - Odenton, United States
Nice garden for a walk even in winter. Imagine its beautiful in spring & summer. Nice views of the valley below & the town walls.
9. Gerlachschmiede
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By bigtyke - Greeley, United States
When I first walked the town wall in 1973 (!) I noticed this building and promptly took a picture. Only later did I see it on countless postcards and realize that it was a famous building. Every other time I have walked the wall, I couldn't resist taking another picture. I have never seen it from the ground!
10. Markusturm and Buttelhaus
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