Kathe Wohfahrt began in 1964 in Herrenberg and moved to Rothenburg in 1977. Their main branch in Rothenburg is commonly known as the Christmas Museum. It offers the world's largest collection of traditional German Christmas decorations and gifts
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Zuckerbackerei
We stopped for coffee here to try the Schneeballen. It is a regional specialty of Rothenburg and has been known for more than 400 years.
It is a deep-fried pastry made from flour
There are many flavours
We chose the traditional flavour
We ordered a regular one
And a mini
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Plonlein
Plonlein means a little square in German. It is a picturesque spot in the Old Town. This is a must-see for all visitors. It is made up of two wine barrels and a fountain in front of a yellow timber house and two towers in the background; Siebersturm and Kobolzeller.
Monday, July 1, 2024
The Old Town
We walked from the Rodertor (east gate) to the Market Square and then headed south to Plonlein. From there we walked to Burgtor (west gate) and back. Rothenburg is considered to be the most beautiful town along the Romantic Road.
Roderturm
Markusturm
This clock tower was a symbol of the town's wealth and power
The White Tower
The Market Square
St George's Fountain
Rathaus
A Braille map of the old town
We headed south towards Plonlein
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