Wertheim, Germany, Day 13

Situated at the confluence of the Main and Tauber Rivers, Wertheim is a charming town brimming with history. The dukes of Wertheim built a castle at this strategic spot in the 12th century. It was captured and destroyed during the Thirty Years' War, but it is still impressive today, peering down upon the medieval town center and half-timbered houses from its perch. Its Pointed Tower has guarded the junction of the Main and Tauber Rivers for 800 years. Known as a successful merchants' town during the Middle Ages, today Wertheim is famous for its Franconian wines.

71_°F

TEMP

44_%

CHANCE OF RAIN

AVERAGE WEATHER IN JUNE

Central European Time Zone (UTC+01:00)

TIME ZONE

German

LANGUAGE

Euro 

CURRENCY

Wertheim Walking Tour

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 DATE:  FRIDAY, JUN 8

 START TIME:  MORNING

 DURATION:  1 HOUR

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EASY

SHOPPING AND FREE TIME

SIGHTSEEING

Explore Wertheim, a tiny town that has played a strategic role at the confluence of the Main and Tauber Rivers. You will join your guide to experience this quaint village that is squeezed into a narrow triangle in the shadow of Wertheim Castle. As you stroll, its red sandstone towers and fortifications mark your progress from their perch, striking a dramatic pose against the lush hillside forest. You will walk past the Pointed Tower, round at the bottom and octagonal at the top. Over its 800 years, it has tilted to one side. Amble among beautifully restored half-timbered houses built in Franconian style. At the historic marketplace, you will pass a bakery and butcher shop, where you may stop after your tour to learn more about the importance of these professions to German tradition. You can also stop by a glassblowing shop to admire the intricate works here.