Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route
61% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
8.5kmLength
273mElevation gain
2.5–3hrEstimated time
Circular
Historical circular route in Bavarian Middle Franconia in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria.
From the car park at the Eselsbrücke, it first goes through the idyllic Tauber Valley before you reach the old city wall. This is followed once around the historic old town with many ancient sights and beautiful views of the Bavarian half-timbered town. Finally, it goes through the castle garden, the monastery courtyard, and the market square again. The route is accessible by bus and train.
Highlights:
- Tauber Bridge
- Rothenburg/Tauberthal view
- Topplerschlösschen
- Stöberleinshöhe
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Top sights
Barockgarten
Garden
Spitalkirche Heiliger Geist
Church
St James' Church
Attraction
Double Bridge over the Tauber River
Attraction
Plönlein
Attraction
Streichwehr beim Faulturm
Ruins
Gerlachschmiede
Attraction
Thomasturm
Tower
ehem. Skisprungschanze Engelsburg
Viewpoint
Strafturm
Tower
St John's Church
Church
Blick über das Taubertal
Viewpoint
St.-Wolfgangs-Kirche
Church
Faulturm
Tower
Toppler Little Castle
Attraction
Rothenburg-/Taubertal-Blick
Viewpoint
Blick auf Rothenburg und die Doppelbrücke
Viewpoint
Bettelvogtsturm
Tower
Bed and breakfast Fröhlich
Building
Hotel am weißen Turm
Building
Bürgerbüro – Einwohnermelde- und Ordnungsamt
Building
KulturGarten Rothenburg
Garden
Kräutergarten
Garden
Johanniterturm
Tower
Hotel-Gasthof Goldener Greifen
Building
Teufelskanzel
Viewpoint
Kohlturm
Tower
Plönlein (übersetzt: "kleiner Platz am Brunnen")
Attraction
Blick auf die Doppelbrücke und Rothenburg
Viewpoint
Kalkturm
Tower
Marktplatz
Attraction
Feuerleinserker
Attraction
Rathausturm
Viewpoint
Blick auf Rothenburg
Viewpoint
Stöberleinsturm
Tower
Top sights
Barockgarten
Garden
Spitalkirche Heiliger Geist
Church
St James' Church
Attraction
Double Bridge over the Tauber River
Attraction
Plönlein
Attraction
Streichwehr beim Faulturm
Ruins
Gerlachschmiede
Attraction
Thomasturm
Tower
ehem. Skisprungschanze Engelsburg
Viewpoint
Strafturm
Tower
St John's Church
Church
Blick über das Taubertal
Viewpoint
St.-Wolfgangs-Kirche
Church
Faulturm
Tower
Toppler Little Castle
Attraction
Rothenburg-/Taubertal-Blick
Viewpoint
Blick auf Rothenburg und die Doppelbrücke
Viewpoint
Bettelvogtsturm
Tower
Bed and breakfast Fröhlich
Building
Hotel am weißen Turm
Building
Bürgerbüro – Einwohnermelde- und Ordnungsamt
Building
KulturGarten Rothenburg
Garden
Kräutergarten
Garden
Johanniterturm
Tower
Hotel-Gasthof Goldener Greifen
Building
Teufelskanzel
Viewpoint
Kohlturm
Tower
Plönlein (übersetzt: "kleiner Platz am Brunnen")
Attraction
Blick auf die Doppelbrücke und Rothenburg
Viewpoint
Kalkturm
Tower
Marktplatz
Attraction
Feuerleinserker
Attraction
Rathausturm
Viewpoint
Blick auf Rothenburg
Viewpoint
Stöberleinsturm
Tower
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 8.5-km circular trail near Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 27 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Expected weather for Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route for the next 5 days is:
- Sat 26 September - 23.5 degrees/clear
- Sun 27 September - 25.1 degrees/clear
- Mon 28 September - 23.2 degrees/clear
- Tue 29 September - 23.4 degrees/clear
- Wed 30 September - 22.9 degrees/clear
Where is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route located?
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is a trail located in Frankenhöhe Nature Park.
How hard is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is considered a moderate hike that covers 8.5 km, with an elevation gain of 273 m. It takes about 2.5–3 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is considered a moderate hike that covers 8.5 km, with an elevation gain of 273 m. It takes about 2.5–3 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route a circular?
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is a circular trail that covers 8.5 km, with an elevation gain of 273 m. It takes about 2.5–3 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is a circular trail that covers 8.5 km, with an elevation gain of 273 m. It takes about 2.5–3 hr to complete. Circular trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Dogs may be allowed on Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
According to trailgoers, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is usually very busy. Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is open all year round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there scenic views at Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include ehem. Skisprungschanze Engelsburg, Blick über das Taubertal, Rothenburg-/Taubertal-Blick, Blick auf Rothenburg und die Doppelbrücke and Teufelskanzel.
Is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is partially paved.
Are there forests at Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route?
Yes, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is a forest trail in Frankenhöhe Nature Park.
Is Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route a city walk?
Yes, Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Old City Wall with Battlements Circular Route is a city walk in Frankenhöhe Nature Park.
Last updated on 26 September 2026 at 01:35 GMT+0