Rothenburg ob der Tauber
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An interactive adventure through Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.

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11highlights
1hidden gem
3.1km route
Difficulty: easy

12 stops · 3.1 km · ±1.5 h

3.1 km · 0.8 km back to the starting point.

Starts at Plönlein and ends at Gallows Gate. You can start at whichever stop is closest to you.

This is what a challenge feels like:

The Siebersturm is an impressive part of the city wall. An old strategy map shows a logical sequence of defensive elements at a city gate. Complete the sequence: City Wall, Tower, Gate, _______.

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Longest stretch between two stops: 750 m

The story

The Order of the Secret Map

Welcome, Explorer. In Rothenburg, the Order has opened a route for you that ordinary visitors never fully see. A path that winds past fairytale half-timbered houses, under the shadow of watchtowers, and over cobblestones that whisper of a rich past. Listen closely, look sharply, and discover the hidden magic of the city.

A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.

About this city walk

Discover Rothenburg ob der Tauber on a self-guided walking tour

Our interactive walking tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Rothenburg ob der Tauber and the hidden gems only locals know.

No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Rothenburg ob der Tauber — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.

Along the way you solve puzzles and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Rothenburg ob der Tauber — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.

Why players love CityWalkGems

At your pace

No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.

Highlights + gems

The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.

Story in every street

History and mystery woven through the city itself.

A fraction of a guide

A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.

Zero hassle

No download, no account, no waiting. Open the link and you're playing.

What you'll see in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Welcome, Explorer. In Rothenburg, the Order has opened a route for you that ordinary visitors never fully see. A path that winds past fairytale half-timbered houses, under the shadow of watchtowers, and over cobblestones that whisper of a rich past. Listen closely, look sharply, and discover the hidden magic of the city.

Along the way you'll pass Plönlein, Siebersturm, Double Bridge, Medieval Crime Museum, German Christmas Museum and Town Hall — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 1 hidden gem in Rothenburg ob der Tauber that only locals know about.

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