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by Rick Steves, May 7, 2025 | Today, Rothenburg's barns are hotels, its livestock are tourists and the city is well on its way to becoming a medieval theme park. Read more here.
Germany’s popular Rothenburg keeps its medieval charm alive Sun., April 20, 2025 At Käthe Wohlfahrt shops, Christmas (or at least Christmas shopping) is a year-round season.
As a young backpacker, I first fell in love with the picturesque village of Rothenburg, in Germany’s Franconian heartland. At that time, the town still fed a few farm animals within its medieval ...
Germany is dotted with so many beautiful villages, that you can get a peaceful break from the chaotic city life ...
Storybook architecture, Town Hall, Meistertrunk, St. Jakob's Church, monastery museum. One of the oldest and most historic medieval towns along the Romantic Road. Highlights: Bavarian storybook ...
The medieval foundations, the team is finding, were often left in place. The remains of more than 4,000 people were discovered in the cemetery attached to Berlin’s St. Peter’s Church.
Experience Rothenburg ob der Tauber in all its evening charm during this relaxing 4K walk. Located in the heart of Bavaria, ...
Stroll through the enchanting streets of Rothenburg ob der Tauber during a quiet autumn evening. Known for its medieval charm ...
As we roll into the second half of the year, the idea of a quick escape seems more tempting. Whether it’s a long weekend away ...
Go underground in Berlin or take a seat at a traditional beer garden for the ultimate German itinerary. SCStock/Getty Images Germany is filled with charming small towns, exhilarating cities ...