"Spring lets its blue ribbon flutter through the air again..."
Mörike's well-known verses become program in Rothenburg. You can expect colorfully decorated Easter fountains, the spring hiking week as well as the spring city atmosphere, culinary delicacies and lots of other Easter surprises.
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Old and young know it - the story of the brave mayor Nusch, who saved the city from destruction with his legendary master drink. At Whitsun, this event is revived every year - in the streets of the city as well as in the camp life of the historical groups and in the theater production of the Historical Festival in the Kaisersaal. The highlight: the great army parade on Sunday.
The ASC Schnauferl Club is dedicated to the care and preservation of vintage vehicles.
The summer fair takes place in parking lot P1 in the Spitalviertel (Friedrich-Hörner-Weg). Visitors can relax in the beer garden with regional specialties and cool drinks. Exciting rides offer thrills for young and old. Whether hearty delicacies or sweet treats - the culinary offer is varied. Come by and enjoy the festive atmosphere!
Taubertal Festival in Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Every year, popular musicians take to the stage on the Eiswiese, below Rothenburg o.d.T. For the anniversary in 2026, the who's who of the Taubertal scene will be lining up: SDP, Sido, Sportfreunde Stiller, Donout and many more!
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The Rothenburg Wine Village invites you on a culinary voyage of discovery. Popular as well as rather rare grape varieties are served around the Green Market and on the church square, in front of the venerable towers of St. Jakob. At the stands, dishes matching the wine served will be served, and a colorful program will provide varied entertainment.
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The Imperial City Festival is one of the highlights of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The entire history of the town comes to life - brought to life by about a thousand participants. Already on Friday evening there is a big torchlight procession of the history groups to the market place.
Every year in springtime and autumn the hiking weeks in Rothenburg offer you active recovery in the midst of nature - from guided hiking tours up to a varied programme that really offers something for everyone. Each hike stands under an interesting topic and is accompanied by an experienced leader and commented with a lot of inside knowledge. By the way: the hikes are all free of charge!
Experience Jewish culture and history, enter into dialogue, get to know new things, learn exciting things, remember the past and encounter the present. ‘Le`Chajim - Auf das Leben!’, the Rothenburg Week of Jewish Culture, offers an extensive programme: lectures, films, excursions, concerts and workshops. Participants include Prof Dr Jan Philipp Reemtsma (Hamburg), the Nuremberg journalist and author Steffen Radlmaier, the academic director of the Alice Salomon Archive Prof Dr Sabine Toppe (Berlin) and the author Katja Hildebrand.
The week takes place every year around 22 October, a day of remembrance for the city's Jewish residents. Unless otherwise stated, the events are free of charge.
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The Fairy Tale Magic offers a diverse program around the theme of fairy tales and legends, which is aimed at both children and adults. And what better place than Rothenburg's romantic Old Town to make many a fairy tale come true....
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At the end of the year, the city for romantics presents itself from its most beautiful side. Embedded in the picturesque scenery between the town hall and St. Jakob, the Reiterlesmarkt is considered one of the most charming Christmas markets in Germany.