So the first thing you should know is that I love the HBO series Game of Thrones. I even have my dad hooked in on it now. GOT is set in a mythical medieval type setting and the next town we visited reminded me very much of this setting. Rothenburg ob dem Tauber. It is literally an old medieval town that is still surrounded by a watch tower and wall to this date.
When you think of ye olden days in Germany this town is probably something you think of without even realizing it. The buildings are the gingerbread style and Shakspearian style construction and the roads are all made of cobblestone. Picturesque to say the least. It is filled with many little shops from touristy shops to designer clothing to jewlery etc. It is also filled with super yummy smelling bakeries and coffee shops with open air seating. I could have spent days just soaking in the atmosphere.
The wall itself has been magnificantly preserved and we were able to climb the super steep steps to go up and walk along the path were many before us have gone. From atop the wall there were vistas of the entire town with the church spires dominating the center. Looking out the other direction you could see the "new town" which is where the train station was located. It was a bit spooky at night as we walked around and found the old moat and church out buildings.
We really only had the 1 night in this location but it was by far my favorite spot on the trip to date. In the morning we explored a bit in the light and found vinyards off to the south side of the wall with gorgeous panoramic views. We even walked through the Devil's Gate...not sure if that means we are saved or damned, only time will tell :)
Next up is a small town near Herrenburg to visit Bettina's niece. Should be interesting as her niece has yet to tell us where she booked us a room to stay for the night. Fingers crossed she'll text us back soon!
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