Pre-Christmas lights at the loveliest Christmas markets on the Romantic Road. The “Reiterlesmarkt” in Rothenburg ob der Tauber takes place between the market square, green market and church square, and the old town is adorned with bright lights. The Christmas market in Würzburg is one of the most atmospheric in Germany. With around 100 stalls, the stalls fit into the historical backdrop of the Falcon House and the Gothic Marienkapelle.
Spices, Christmas tree balls and carvings, candles, ceramics, jewellery, toys, children's carousels and much that belongs to the Christmas season. Of course, the mulled wine is just as important as the roasted almonds and other specialties that warm body and soul.
Worth to mention is the German Christmas Museum and Käthe Wohlfrath`s Christmas Village to get an idea how German families celebrate the Christmas days. Try the regional specialities like “snowballs”, a traditional sweet franconian cake, originally flavoured with cinnamon and sugar.
A a look back into the middle ages is guaranteed in this gem.
Würzburg is the capital of wine Franconia, do not miss a glass of wine on the old Main bridge, which is called “Brückenschoppen” by the locals. Amazing is the view into the vineyards around the charming unisversity town. The Christmas Market in around the market square with a lot of shopping facilities around. Or you visit one of the typical wine bars where you can get in touch with the locals.