What's Rothenburg Old Town Like?

There's a lot visitors like about Rothenburg Old Town, especially its shops and historical sites. You might want to seek out the gardens and churches while you’re in the neighborhood. Plan a fun excursion to Franconian Way of St. James and Frankenweg Trail. There's plenty more to see, including Market Square and Doll and Toy Museum.

Where are the Best Places to Stay in Rothenburg Old Town?

We have 32 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are our travelers' top places to stay in Rothenburg Old Town:

Historik Hotel Gotisches Haus

Upscale hotel

• • Free WiFi • Café • Terrace • Central location

Hotel Sonne

City-center hotel with restaurant

• • Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Terrace • Central location

Hotel Restaurant Café Uhl

3-star hotel with restaurant

• • Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Café • Terrace • Central location

Things to See and Do in and around Rothenburg Old Town

What to See in Rothenburg Old Town

• • Market Square
• • Rothenburg Town Hall
• • Rothenburg Town Walls
• • Ratsherrntrinkstube
• • Church of St. Jakob

Things to Do in Rothenburg Old Town

• • Doll and Toy Museum
• • German Christmas Museum
• • Kathe Wohlfahrts Christmas Museum
• • Imperial City Museum
• • Franconian Way of St. James

Other Popular Rothenburg Old Town Attractions

• • Little Square
• • Frankenweg Trail
• • Criminal Museum
• • Way of St. James
• • Gerlachschmiede

When Is the Best Time to Visit Rothenburg ob der Tauber?

• • Hottest months: July, August, June, September (average 61°F)
• • Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 34°F)
• • Rainiest months: June, July, May, August (average 4 inches of rainfall)