Double bridge and Taubertal
The Taubertal – Rothenburg’s green oasis
The most beautiful view of Rothenburg ob der Tauber? In addition to the half-timbered romanticism and unique buildings in the old town, the topography also makes Rothenburg ob der Tauber unique: When you arrive via the Hohenloher Plain, when looking over the Taubertal, hardly any modern buildings disturb the view of the medieval old town wall and the countless towers.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber is located - as the addition to the city's name suggests - high above the Tauber and is therefore the perfect starting point for cycling tours and hiking tours, for example along the Mühlenweg. What should you definitely see in the Taubertal near Rothenburg? We provide a few ideas.
From the Wildbad conference center to the double bridge
South of the Spitaltor you will find a unique gem, a place of peace and contemplation, located directly on the river in the Taubertal: In the Wildbad Evangelical Conference Center You can spend the night, dine or experience culture in its picturesque park Picnic enjoy or on a real, bowling on the historic wooden alley. The building looks like a dreamy fairytale castle; the spa complex, built between 1894 and 1903, now serves as a location for conferences, concerts and art exhibitions. If you follow the Tauber downstream from here, you will soon come across it Mnemonic bridge – as well old trade route like the one that immediately follows double bridge. With its double arch, it is somewhat reminiscent of Roman architecture. The background: The original bridge was too short, so the planners simply built another bridge over the course of the Tauber. In addition to the unique view of the city skyline of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, it is also worth taking a look at the bridge's former significance: Als Customs bridge In the Middle Ages it was one of the reasons for the city's wealth; tax revenue flowed abundantly along this trade route. During the Second World War the bridge was blown up and rebuilt true to the original.
Along the Mühlenweg to Detwang
If you continue to follow the course of the Tauber over the double bridge, you will already be on the beautiful river Tauber-Mühlenweg: The density of mills around Rothenburg ob der Tauber is unique in the world. Many are now privately owned, and some now serve as guesthouses for guests. The Hiking trail along the mills illustrates the history and importance of the mills in the Taubertal. He's one of them extensively signposted network of paths for hikers, which offers 13 tours around Rothenburg ob der Tauber. All paths have one thing in common: they offer wonderful things Views of the old town , and a nature experience for all age groups. In the Taubertal itself you can also immerse yourself in nature by bike on one of the most beautiful paths in Germany. On such a tour - whether on foot or by bike - you should definitely also Toppler Castle (1388) make a stop. This once served as a summer retreat for Mayor Toppler and, with its stilt-like construction, is a model for imitators: The Herzgstadl of the Rieseneck hunting complex in Thuringia cites the Topplerschlösschen architecturally in the early 20th century. The house is on the property of the Boas family, who are happy to give visitors an insight into the Toppler Castle. The journey continues along the Tauber to the Unter den Linden beer garden And then to Detwang. In this district of Rothenburg ob der Tauber there are not only... two wonderful campsites, but the visitor also encounters another altar by Tilman Riemenschneider in the church. From Detwang you can also catch the last glimpse of the old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber before you head towards Bettwar and Creglingen (with the Lord God's Church and Riemenschneider's Marienaltar) moves further north - or you simply turn back.
