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Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a small town in Bavaria, located just west of Nuremberg, near the border with Baden-Württemberg. The town, a jewel of medieval Bavarian architecture, still retains its medieval appearance almost intact, surrounded by walls and fortifications. The Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Market is one of the most unique and beautiful in Bavaria.
ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER CHRISTMAS MARKET
1) Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Market (Reiterlesmarkt Rothenburg). The Rothenburg ob der Tauber Christmas Market usually takes place in the square between the church of St. Jakob and the town hall (Rathaus), the lights and stalls set in this beautiful medieval German town make it one of the most scenic Christmas markets of Bavaria. Furthermore, there are many events related to Christmas that are held in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, there are organized games for children, musical concerts and choirs. The Rothenburg Christmas market dates back to the 15th century and is therefore one of the oldest in Germany, here you can sip a cup of the traditional Glühwein, a hot mulled wine typical of the German Christmas tradition.
