Stay surrounded by tradition

Hotel Rappen in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Welcome to the heart of the Middle Ages. For more than 400 years, the Rappen has stood right by the Galgentor, the gateway to the historic old town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a place with countless stories to tell. In our traditional hotel, Franconian hospitality meets modern comfort to ensure a pleasant stay for our guests from near and far, young and old, whether keen to explore or simply looking for peace and quiet. We look forward to welcoming you to our hotel for a city break, conference trip or family holiday. Experience and enjoy the medieval charm and deep-rooted hospitality that have defined the Rappen for four centuries. We look forward to seeing you.

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Hospitality, lived and loved

Culinary delights at the Rappen

When the very last morsel of food has been chased around the plate with a fork and popped into the mouth, a warm feeling of contentment spreads across the happy faces of our guests. The finest compliment our kitchen team could wish for.
In our hotel restaurant we prepare regional Franconian delicacies, international dishes and sophisticated pancake specialities for you that are renowned far beyond the old city walls of Rothenburg. Several times a year you can indulge to your heart’s content at our themed buffets.

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Our room categories

Sleeping within ancient walls and in modern rooms

3 stars

3-star superior

4 stars

Creating ideas, making memories. Together.

Meetings and events

The Rappen brings people together. As early as 1603, the Gasthof zum Rappen was a place where people met to enjoy convivial or business gatherings. We continue this tradition to this day. For conferences, seminars or events, Hotel Rappen in Rothenburg ob der Tauber offers individually configurable rooms for up to 300 people. For creative ideas, exuberant celebrations or focused teamwork. We will be delighted to host your bespoke event concept in our rooms.

Meet and celebrate at the Rappen

Enjoy the moment

Spine-tingling thrills and fine food at our crime dinner

Crime scene: Hotel Rappen

One victim, one culprit and several courses – at the crime dinner at the Rappen, chills and culinary delights go hand in hand. The medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in Bavaria provides the perfect backdrop for an exciting murder mystery waiting to be solved. Immerse yourself in the deadly riddle while you are served a delicious set menu – and perhaps one or two clues – from our kitchen.

The suspense and thrills throughout the evening are second to none, making the event a truly unique experience. Whether as a corporate event, with the whole family or with old friends as you piece together the events of the murderous night. The Rappen offers a particularly atmospheric setting for this crime dinner experience, where you can hunt for the killer without fear.

To the crime scene tour

The region: Culture in harmony with nature

Romantic Rothenburg

As you stroll through the winding lanes lined with charming half-timbered houses, you will be enveloped by an atmosphere steeped in history. Hotel Rappen in Rothenburg ob der Tauber is not only in Bavaria, but right in the heart of the town and is the perfect starting point for a walk along the town walls and stories from times long past. In the surrounding area, hikers, cyclists and nature lovers can find happiness on dreamlike routes through the Tauber Valley, with its gentle hills and lush meadows. On the nearby Romantic Road, one of Germany’s oldest and most popular holiday routes, countless cultural sights are just waiting to be discovered.

Explore the region

How to get to the Rappen

A superb location

It is not only the immediate proximity to the Galgentor and the old town that makes our location so special. Right by the hotel our guests have 90 complimentary parking spaces at their disposal. Coach parties can also board and disembark in the bus bay directly in front of the hotel, so there is no need to lug suitcases across cobblestones.

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