Rothenburg ob der Tauber: The name "Rothenburg ob der Tauber" means "red fortress above Tauber"
. This is so called because it is located plateau overlooking the Tauber River. The town hall tower of Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of the Roedertor tower at the east end of the city, and is open daily for visitors to climb it for its scenic vistas.