Biking along Weikersheim to the next town of Rothenburg is such an attractive experience. The landscape is elegant with the Tauber River on one side and the alluring expanse of vineyards on the other. Scenery such as this makes an otherwise arduous ride into an exhilarating experience.
Waiting just around every twist and turn of the rambling road are appealing surprises. There's a picturesque little town that transports you back in time. There is an excellent local vineyard that offers a free glass of wine. There's also an appealingly kept garden that will keep you busy for quite a while.
Weikersheim is most boastful of its Renaissance Palace called the Schloss which dates back to 1587. What is most captivating about the Palace is the artist who worked there for 6 years as a penalty for his crime of killing the palace alchemist.
True to its historical background, there is a good collection of alchemy instruments and equipment on display for public viewing. I love the Palace's Baroque Gardens and Orangery. Although not as large as the other great palace gardens we visited, it is certainly as beautiful and impressive. If you are planning for a romantic wedding, the Orangery can be the perfect setting. By chance, we were lucky to happen upon an absorbing evening concert in the Knights of Hall of the Palace (also known as Rittersal) during our visit.
You can't miss the Marktplatz or the market place on your way to the entrance of the Schloss. The market place is so centrally located it is enveloped by major attractions in Weikersheim.
To the west is the entryway to the palace, followed by the Tauberlander Dorfmuseum to the north, the Saint Georg Church to the east and the Rathaus or the Town Hall to the South. Take note that all these structures are centuries old - having all been built within the period of the14th to the 17th century.
It also features various al fresco cafes where you can relax and watch life as it happens in Weikersheim. A delightful abundant fountain in the center of the Marktplatz (built in 1768) completes the old world charm of this attractive town. If you are fortunate, you just may happen upon a town festival or an antique-flea market in the area.
A picnic at the Karlsberg Nature Park is a must. We took fruits, cheese and some bread from the Marktplatz and headed to the top of the hill where the park is positioned. The site offers an overlooking panorama of the Weikersheim. A forest museum can also be found in the area. With the fresh smell of grass, the shade of trees and the gentle blowing of the breeze, it was indeed a superlative lunch. You can also explore the many hiking trails in the park if you feel like walking off your wonderful meal.
If you have time to spare, make a detour to the town of Laudenbach. It is a charming little town complete with an ancient castle and "round" tower dating from the Middle Ages. A little further up the woods of Laudnebach you will find the Bergkirche or the Mountain Church with the most delightful antique windows I have ever seen. Almost all that you see inside the church dates back hundreds of years!
After Laudenbach, we went back to the town of Weikersheim and on to the Romantic Road once again. Next stop is Rothenburg with a quick visit to the Creglingen Region.
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