Rothenburg Town Walls

Rothenburg's town walls are among the best-preserved medieval fortifications in Germany, encircling the old town for about 2.5 kilometers. Visitors can walk along the covered sentry walkway, which is largely intact and offers a unique perspective of the city's half-timbered houses, gardens, and the Tauber Valley beyond. The walls feature several towers and gates, such as the Rödertor and the Burgtor, each with its own history. The walk is mostly flat and provides a peaceful escape from the busier streets below. Along the way, informational plaques describe the wall's construction and the city's history. The walls were rebuilt after World War II with donations from around the world, and you can see plaques honoring the donors.

Don't miss

• Walking the full circuit of the sentry path (about 2.5 km)
• Views of half-timbered houses and the Tauber Valley
• Historic gates like the Rödertor and Burgtor
• Donor plaques from the post-war reconstruction

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Rothenburg Town Walls

Cheapest way inRothenburg Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt4.8★ · 14 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$6 per personSee dates →Best full dayRomantic Road Coach Trip from Frankfurt to Rothenburg/round trip4.5★ · 42 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$115 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleRothenburg ob der Tauber Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide4.8★ · 31 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$331 per personSee dates →