Nevertheless, many of the medieval buildings survived, or were restored to their original beauty. The picturesque Klingengate tower and Klingengasse in Rothenburg. Here is some background reading to learn about Rothenburg's history and why the medieval town could be preserved until today. In a city like Rothenburg nearly every stone "breathes" history. So it is not only interesting to look at the pretty sights, in my opinion it is even more fascinating to learn about the history of these beautiful houses.
Yes, I like history! If it were possible, I would love to hear the stories of every shed in our medieval towns. Settlement in Rothenburg's area dates back to AD when a parish developed in Detwang today a suburb of Rothenburg. After the counts family died off, the Hohenstaufen dynasty took possession of the castle. Around - A Staufer castle was errected close to the old castle, and the town developed.
Only 2 years later Rothenburg received city rights and the first fortification was built. Actually, you'll find them within the old town now. From - First urban extension. The town fortification grew from m to m in length. We were so charmed during our one day in Rothenburg ob der Tauber that we wish we had stayed longer. Rothenburg is named in part after its location on a plateau overlooking the Tauber River.
During the middle ages, Rothenburg was a Free Imperial City and the second largest city in Germany with a population of 6, residents. Reduced to poverty during the 30 Years War, Rothenburg was no longer a significant city and growth stalled, thus preserving its 17th-century state. We only had one day in Rothenburg and when it came time to leave, we did not want to go. We recommend you not visit Rothenburg on a day-trip and instead spend the night.
Our favourite time to explore Rothenburg was at night and before am, when the town is still sleepy and peaceful. The medieval town of Rothenburg is itself the main attraction, with its colourful houses, cobblestone lanes, and pretty squares. Yet, we found some specific things to do in Rothenburg to best experience the medieval atmosphere the town is famous for. The first thing we did after checking into our hotel was walk the town wall.
I felt like I had gone back in time while walking the wall and did not want to come down! As you walk the wall you will see stones engraved with names of people from all over the world. Nine of the watchtowers and over 2, feet m of the wall sustained damage. Amazingly, the centre of the Altstadt, or old town, went largely unscathed more on this later. The house today is the reconstruction of the original building, destroyed in during the war.
An interesting detail on the house is the coat of arms. The crowned serpent was created by the legendary blacksmith, Georg Gerlach himself. The forge closed in and is now privately owned. I am betting that this is the most photographed location in Rothenburg.
In the deserted moonlit streets, you'll risk hearing the sounds of the Thirty Years' War still echoing through turrets and clock towers. A walking tour helps bring the ramparts alive.
The tourist information office on the Market Square offers tours led by a local historian — usually an intriguing character.
After dark, there's another, very entertaining walking tour led by Rothenburg's medieval "Night Watchman. The two tours are completely different and both are well worthwhile. For the best view of the town and surrounding countryside, climb the Town Hall tower. For more views, walk the wall that surrounds the old town.
This 1. Rothenburg's fascinating Medieval Crime and Punishment Museum, all unusually well-explained in English, is full of legal bits and diabolical pieces, instruments of punishment and torture, and even an iron cage — complete with a metal nag gag.
Some react with horror, others wish for a gift shop. Jacob's church contains the one must-see art treasure in Rothenburg: a glorious year-old Riemenschneider altarpiece, by the Michelangelo of German woodcarvers. Pick up the brochure that explains the church's art treasures and climb the stairs behind the organ for Germany's greatest piece of woodcarving. To hear the birds and smell the cows, take a walk through the Tauber Valley.
The trail leads downhill from Rothenburg's idyllic castle gardens to the cute, skinny, year-old Toppler Castle, the summer home of the town's mayor in the 15th-century. While called a castle, the floor plan is more like a fortified tree house.
It's intimately furnished and well worth a look. At that time, the town still fed a few farm animals within its medieval walls. Today its barns are hotels, its livestock are tourists, and Rothenburg is well on its way to becoming a medieval theme park.
But Rothenburg is still Germany's best-preserved walled town. Countless travelers have searched for the elusive "untouristy Rothenburg. Even with crowds, overpriced souvenirs, and a nearly inedible pastry specialty the over-promoted, fried ball of pie crust called a Schneeball , Rothenburg is still the best.
Save time and mileage and be satisfied with the winner. By the way, there are several "Rothenburgs" in Germany. Make sure you plan for Rothenburg ob der Tauber on the Tauber River ; people really do sometimes drive or ride the train to other, nondescript Rothenburgs by accident.
In the Middle Ages, when Berlin and Munich were just wide spots in the road, Rothenburg was Germany's second-largest city, with a whopping population of 6, Today, it's the country's most exciting medieval town, enjoying tremendous popularity with tourists without losing its charm. There's a thousand years of history packed between its cobbles.
Rothenburg's Medieval Crime and Punishment Museum , all explained in English, is full of diabolical instruments of punishment and torture.
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