Rothenberg

#5301 among destinations in Germany

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Located in the picturesque Hesse region of Germany, Rothenberg is a charming village that seems to have been plucked straight from a storybook. With its well-preserved medieval architecture and narrow cobblestone streets, it’s no wonder that Rothenberg is a popular destination for tourists seeking a glimpse into the past.

One of the most iconic landmarks in Rothenberg is the imposing Rothenberg Castle, which dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can explore the castle grounds and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside from its battlements. The castle also hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, adding to the village’s vibrant atmosphere.

For those interested in history, a visit to the Rothenberg Town Museum is a must. Housed in a beautiful half-timbered building, the museum showcases the village’s rich history and cultural heritage through a diverse collection of artifacts and exhibits. Visitors can learn about Rothenberg’s role in the Holy Roman Empire and its significance as a trading hub during the Middle Ages.

Rothenberg is also known for its well-preserved city walls, which offer a unique opportunity to take a leisurely stroll along the fortifications and soak in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to several charming churches and historic buildings, each with its own fascinating stories to tell.

Alternative names: Population: 2.5 thous.Area: 11.77 mi²Coordinates: 49°29'44"N, 8°55'23"E

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Rothenberg – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kletterwald Wald-Michelbach, Katzenbuckel, Carmelite Monastery Church of the Annunciation, Café Baden.

7.1 miNW
49°33'60"N • 8°48'30"E
Kletterwald Wald-Michelbach, Wald-Michelbach
181 min walk • Climbing
5.6 miE
Inactive volcano with a lookout tower
Katzenbuckel
143 min walk • Nestled in the lush landscape of the Odenwald region in Germany, Katzenbuckel is a testament to the area's fiery geological past. This extinct volcano, the highest peak in the Odenwald, rises to an elevation of 626 meters, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding...
3.4 miS
Church, Gothic architecture
Carmelite Monastery Church of the Annunciation, Hirschhorn
86 min walk • The Carmelite Monastery Church of the Annunciation at Hirschhorn in Hesse, Germany dates from 1406, when the Lord of Hirschhorn established a Carmelite monastery there. Its architectural style is late Gothic. In 1803, the monastery was dissolved, and the church deconsecrated.
6.6 miSW
Monastery
Café Baden
168 min walk • Schönau Abbey in Schönau in the Odenwald, in the Rhein-Neckar-Kreis in Baden-Württemberg, was a Cistercian monastery founded in 1142 from Eberbach Abbey. The present settlement of Schönau grew up round the monastery.
6.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Hardberg
157 min walk • Hardberg is a hill in the Odenwald range in Hesse, Germany. It is home to the Hardberg Transmission Tower, a 135-metre-high free-standing lattice tower on the Hardberg mountain in Germany at 49°32′28″N 8°48′17″E.
3.4 miS
Forts and castles
Burg Hirschhorn, Hirschhorn
87 min walk • Hirschhorn Castle, also known as Hirschhorn Castle, is a very well preserved spur castle and palace complex above the Hessian town of Hirschhorn, located on the Neckar River, on the border between Baden-Württemberg and Hesse.
3.6 miSE
Natural history museum, Museum, Park
Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald, Eberbach
91 min walk • The Neckartal-Odenwald Nature Park is one of the largest nature parks in Baden-Württemberg, Germany with a size of 1520 km². In the north, the Bergstraße-Odenwald Nature Park is located in Hesse and Bavaria, some areas in the north of Baden-Württemberg belong to both nature parks. The nature park is run by Naturpark Neckartal-Odenwald e.
5.5 miNE
49°34'6"N • 8°58'31"E
Museum der Oberzent, Beerfelden
142 min walk • History museum, Museum
5.9 miSE
Forts and castles
Burg Stolzeneck
151 min walk • Stolzeneck Castle is the ruins of a hilltop castle above the Neckar River near Eberbach in Baden-Württemberg. Built around 1200, the castle was given to servants of the Palatine counts as a fiefdom of the Electorate of Palatinate from 1284.
2.9 miNE
Forts and castles
Freienstein
74 min walk • Freienstein Castle is the ruin of a spur castle near Beerfelden high above Gammelsbach, a district of Oberzent in the Odenwaldkreis in Hesse. The Freienstein office is named after the castle.
4 miSE
Forts and castles
Burg Eberbach, Eberbach
103 min walk • Eberbach Castle is the complex ruined complex of three spur castles above the town of Eberbach. Eberbach Castle consists of three separate castles, so that one should actually correctly speak of the castles of Eberbach.