Nothing holds a candle to your first Christmas market, especially when it is in the charming medieval walled town, Rothenburg ob der Taber. Rothenburg is famous for influencing Walt Disney. He used sketches of Rothenburg to help him create scenes for Pinocchio. Some of Chiddy Chiddy Bang Bang was also filmed there. Not to forget, the traditional and well known German ornaments by Käthe Wohlfahrt can be found in her store and many others in the town. Although the city is bustling with tourists I still think it retains its charm that many touristy towns lose. Sure, some things were overpriced like in any other touristy places, but I didn’t find the town to be tacky like Florida or Helen, Georgia can be. Speaking of prices, let’s be real, I can’t afford 20 euro ornaments from Käthe Wohlfahrt. My husband would have killed me if I had bought all of the delightful ornaments I eyed in her store. They melted my heart with their cuteness, but I instead browsed the stands & other less known local stores for some steals.
A place that I highly recommend is Anneliese Friese. It is a family owned business and the gentlemen inside not only spoke five languages, but he was so kind that I thought he was surely trying to sell us something. He asked us if we knew who Rick Steve’s was and I told him yes, half way listening as I browsed ornaments & nodded my head as he spoke to us. I told him that I read his books and watched his show. He handed my husband a beautiful map free of charge that his mother (the owner) had designed and he told us that we would receive 10% off of our purchase for knowing of Rick Steves. He said his mother is friends with Rick Steves. I thought, “OH, NO! Did I agree to buy a book or DVD by Rick Steves or something?” My husband explained that, no, this guy was just incredibly nice. We bought three intricate wooden ornaments and when we went to check out, instead of getting 10% off he gave us one free! Then he gave us two free scenic postcards of Rothenburg as well. I wanted to hug him, because rarely have I come across a place with such impeccable service here in Germany. If you get the opportunity to go you must visit their shop. Not only do they have the best prices in the city, but they have the best customer service in the country as well!
After many hours shopping for ornaments my husband bought the longest hot dog I have ever seen & I snacked on a crepe and some Gluhwein to keep myself warm as the snowflakes tumbled down. If you have never had Gluhwein you must try it. It is a red wine mulled with spices that is served warm. It was served in a glass mug that you could keep that had a picture & said, “2015 Rothenburg ob der Taber Christmas Market”. We also grabbed a famous Schneeball which is a pastry that is basically a fried ball of pie crust sprinkled with powdered sugar. It is very popular and can be found at almost any café, bakery, and Christmas stand. At the end of the day we climbed the medieval towers and walked the walls getting the best view of the city as the sun was setting.
Hours:
Nov 27-Dec 23 2015
Monday - Thursday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday - Sunday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Anneliese Friese The Friese-Shop
Gruner Markt 7
91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Phone: 0114998617166
Email: [email protected]
This is the address we used to get to the city. Once you see the medieval city walls there is parking to your left. You can get an all-day parking pass there for only 5.50 euro.
xoxo,
Alexis
Nov 27-Dec 23 2015
Monday - Thursday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday - Sunday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Anneliese Friese The Friese-Shop
Gruner Markt 7
91541 Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Phone: 0114998617166
Email: [email protected]
This is the address we used to get to the city. Once you see the medieval city walls there is parking to your left. You can get an all-day parking pass there for only 5.50 euro.
xoxo,
Alexis
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