• Rothenburg Town Hall (Rathaus) - Discover:

• Life in medieval Rothenburg as a free imperial city
• How Mayor Heinrich Toppler transformed this town into a significant city in the region
• The strict urban conservation orders of Rothenburg
• The history of the Town Hall and its tower
• The Master-Builder’s House with its stone sculptures depicting the seven virtues and seven deadly sins
• How Walt Disney’s “Pinocchio” was inspired by sketches of Rothenburg ob der Tauber
• The “Master draught” tale

Explore:

• The Market Square
• The Town Hall Tower
• Baumeisterhaus (Master-Builder’s House)
• Marienapotheke (St. Mary’s Pharmacy)
• The Medieval Crime and Punishment Museum
• The Plönlein, one of Germany’s most photographed spots
• The Town Wall
• Church of St. James

The Market Square is the heart of Rothenburg’s urban life and home to key tourist attractions like the Town Hall, the Councillors’ Tavern, and St. George’s Fountain. For those interested, climb the 50m Town Hall Tower (tickets not included and subject to availability) for stunning views and photo opportunities, and hear the story of the Town Hall Renaissance building from the 16th century.

Don’t miss the Master-Builder’s House, hailed as one of the “loveliest renaissance houses in Rothenburg,” featuring stone sculptures of the seven virtues and seven deadly sins. Nearby is the Marienapotheke, a 15th-century mansion built by Mayor Jagstheimer. South of the Market Square, visit the Medieval Crime and Punishment Museum, showcasing torture tools and equipment, not for the faint-hearted.

Next, pass the renowned Plönlein (Flat Square), a road crossing featured in all German travel books. The triangular square formed by the roads is a staple in pop culture, history, and your memory.

The wall surrounding the Old Town forms a head-shaped figure on the outskirts. For a panoramic view of the city, climb it. Also, visit the Church of St. James, home to Tilman Riemenschneider’s “The Last Supper” masterpiece. This is the only Protestant church in Germany with a Roman Catholic relic.

Conclude your tour in the Old Town and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the narrow streets or savor a local beer and traditional dishes in one of the nearby historical buildings.

• Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
• Private guided Tour
• Local Guide who will be with your group only

• Gratuities
• Entrance Fees

For anyone traversing the Romantic Road, the visit to Rothenburg ob der Tauber (translated as ‘over the Tauber River’) is indispensable. Often depicted as the epitome of an enchanting German town, it gives tourists an impression of being in a middle ages themed park. As a result, Rothenburg holds the most stringent preservation rules across Germany. Being a Free Imperial City since the 13th century, it emerged as a significant city state during the middle ages. The town owes its survival from complete demolition during the Thirty Years War in the 17th century to the Ex-Mayor Nusch who drank ‘Master draught’, a 3 litres gulp of wine. A stroll through its ancient town, amid the cobblestone bylanes and the 14th-century protection wall, will render it evident why this place is deemed unforgettable.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.