Rodertor

Welcome to the Rodertor, the primary eastern gateway to the medieval marvel of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. As you stand outside the gate, you are looking at one of the most formidable sections of the city's defense network. …

Standing here at the outermost section of the Rodertor, you are positioned in the first line of defense. Notice the two small, round towers that flank the outer gate. …

Within the Rodertor complex, you will find several charming buildings that served the officials who managed the gate. Most notably, the gatekeeper's cottages, with their half-timbered facades and steep tiled roofs, provide a…

The centerpiece of the Rodertor is undoubtedly the massive square tower that looms above the inner gate. This is the oldest part of the complex, with its lower levels dating back to the late 13th century. …

From the Rodertor, you have direct access to the 'Stadtmauer' or city wall walk. This is one of the few places in the world where you can walk almost the entire perimeter of a medieval city on its original battlements. …

Looking down from the outer gate of the Rodertor, you can see the deep depression of the former dry moat. While many medieval moats were filled with water, Rothenburg’s was primarily a dry ditch, an extra barrier to prevent siege…

As we conclude our exploration of the physical structures of the Rodertor, we must mention the cultural legacy that haunts these stones. This gate was a key post for the Night Watchman, a figure who still patrols the streets of…

Our journey through the Rodertor has taken us from the tactical brutality of the outer barbican to the panoramic heights of the main tower, and through the intimate history of the gatekeeper's cottages. This complex is a…