Things to do in Romantic Road, Romantic Road: The Best Historic Sites

October 29, 2021 Leonardo Torrence

Named by American soldiers during the post-World War II occupation years, the Romantic Road is a 200-mile-plus section of one of Germany's most picturesque highways, stretching from Würzburg in Bavaria's north to Füssen near the Austrian border. Along the route are many favorite tourist towns and attractions, including Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Dinkelsbühl, Augsburg, and Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles. Bike tours along the route are quite popular, and bus tours are also available.
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1. Altstadt

91541, Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany +49 9861 404800 http://www.rothenburg-tourismus.de/en/
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5.0 based on 3,384 reviews

Altstadt

Rothenburg has made a concerted effort to preserve its medieval heritage, and Old Town reflects the historic fruits of this labor.

Reviewed By johnbJ2216LG - Northville, United States

Christmas market we took our granddaughter to see the Christmas markets in Germany in the city and the Christmas market was a wonderful experience. The time itself without the Christmas market is a worthwhile experience because it had very little damage from the war And a lot of the structures are still intact if you are in Germany it’s a definite place you have to visit

2. St. Anne's Church, Augsburg

Augsburg, Bavaria Germany http://www.st-anna-augsburg.de
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4.5 based on 164 reviews

St. Anne's Church, Augsburg

The church in which Martin Luther resided during his time in Augsburg.

Reviewed By colink650 - Wool, United Kingdom

We were just passing and popped in out of curiosity. We were delighted with the frescoes in the entry chapel , the light and airy church with curiously slope-roofed side aisle and old paintings of bible scenes

3. Fortress Marienberg

Festung Marienberg, 240, 97082 Wurzburg, Bavaria Germany +49 931 3551750 http://www.schloesser.bayern.de/deutsch/schloss/objekte/wu_fest.htm
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4.5 based on 1,216 reviews

Fortress Marienberg

This castle, the city's most prominent symbol since the 12th century, includes a museum, restaurant and formal gardens.

Reviewed By lucianonecar - Berlin, Germany

The opportunity to walk up the hill and experience the views, touch the walls, walk through adorned entrance doors, and see other aspects of the fortress from outside was unique. A must-do for those who come to Würzburg.

4. Siebers Tower

Rothenburg ob der Tauber, 91541, Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany
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4.5 based on 135 reviews

Siebers Tower

This medieval tower, part of Rothenburg's old city gates, once marked the southern entrance to the city.

Reviewed By beachloverUpstateNY

This tower is in many of our pictures as the architecture and the beautiful street is so picture worthy Great way to spend the day

5. Spital Bastion

Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany
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Spital Bastion

This old structure was a 16th-century addition to Rothenburg's extensive fortification system.

6. Town Walls

Around the Old Town, Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany +49 9861 4229 http://www.rothenburg.de/welcome/sightseeing/rothenburg-tower-trail/
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Town Walls

Reviewed By janrA2759SE

These old city walls are amazing. You can walk around on top of a good portion of them. The view is great and it is a pleasant walk. They're covered so it's a nice walk even in the rain. You do need to be careful because it can be uneven in spots and the stairs are steep.

7. Altstadt von Fuessen

87629, Fussen, Bavaria Germany +49 8362 93850 http://www.fuessen.de
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Altstadt von Fuessen

Reviewed By borneo88 - Miri, Malaysia

We stayed for one night prior to visiting Neuschwanstein Castle and found our stroll around the town square most enjoyable. It is a pedestrian zone and there are plenty of restaurants to choose from.

8. Burgtor und Burg

Burggasse, 91541, Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany
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Burgtor und Burg

Reviewed By bernds935

The gate is down the main street called Herrengasse but has then immediately the old fortress and nowadays the garden there. It allows you to get great views of the river valley below and also to the different sides of Rothenburg. I think that this is one of the best locations to see Rothenburg and it is all free.

9. Rodertor

91541, Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany +49 9861 709768 http://www.alt-rothenburg.de
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Rodertor

Reviewed By JohnCamp81 - Crossville, United States

The town survived WWII with little damage. The walled city is typical German - beautiful and waiting to be photographed. Take in the entire city wall if you visit.

10. Gerlachschmiede

Roderschut, 91541, Rothenburg, Bavaria Germany
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Gerlachschmiede

Reviewed By bigtyke - Greeley, United States

When I first walked the town wall in 1973 (!) I noticed this building and promptly took a picture. Only later did I see it on countless postcards and realize that it was a famous building. Every other time I have walked the wall, I couldn't resist taking another picture. I have never seen it from the ground!

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