Ansbach (district)

The land of medieval towns in Franconia, where Rothenburg and Dinkelsbühl are highlights along the Romantic Road.

Ansbach district is located in western Middle Franconia, Bavaria, situated in the hills of the upper Tauber River region, through which the Romantic Road passes. Rothenburg ob der Tauber almost completely preserves its medieval appearance; you can walk along the town walls, see the Plönlein corner, the Riemenschneider altar in St. James's Church, and the Ratstrinkstube clock, and stroll with the Night Watchman in the evening. The old town of Dinkelsbühl is equally famous for its historic charm. Spring and autumn offer fewer crowds and beautiful scenery, while the Reiterlesmarkt Christmas market in December is the most distinctive event. The gateway is Nuremberg Airport, followed by a transfer to rail or driving.

Destinations

• Rothenburg ob der Tauber
• Augsburg

Itineraries

• Romantic Road Self-Drive: Würzburg to Füssen – Head south from the wine towns on the Main River, past medieval walled towns, to castles at the foot of the Alps
• Germany Grand Rail Loop – Starting and ending in Frankfurt, connect the Rhine, Cologne, Hamburg, Berlin, Rothenburg, and Munich by train.