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Very nice

In the large hunting and knights' hall, several animal sculptures protrude from the wall. The elephant with its slightly frightened look and striking proportions is particularly striking, although the artist modelled the elephant purely on descriptions.

Wikipedia (Topplerschlösschen, 2023-04-30): https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topplerschlösschen Wikipedia (List of monuments in Rothenburg ob der Tauber/districts, 2023-04-30): https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liste_der_Baudenkmäler_in_Rothenburg_ob_der_Tauber/Altstadt#Fuchsmühle "D-5-71-193-622 ... residential tower, so-called Topplerschlösschen ... Tower-like quarry stone base with two projecting half-timbered upper floors and a steep gabled roof, tower marked "1388", residential building around 1550 ..." Wikipedia (Heinrich Toppler, 2023-04-30): https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Toppler "Mayor of Rothenburg ob der Tauber..." Taubertal.de (Topplerschlößchen in Taubertal, 2023-04-30): https://taubertal.de/tourismus-freizeit/museen-im-taubertal/museen-in-rothenburg/topplerschloeszchen-im-taubertal/ - Opening hours (guided tours) - Contact

Wikipedia (Topplerschlösschen, 2023-04-30): https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topplerschlösschen Wikipedia (List of monuments in Rothenburg ob der Tauber/districts, 2023-04-30): https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liste_der_Baudenkmäler_in_Rothenburg_ob_der_Tauber/Altstadt#Fuchsmühle "D-5-71-193-622 ... residential tower, so-called Topplerschlösschen ... Tower-like quarry stone base with two projecting half-timbered upper floors and a steep gabled roof, tower marked "1388", residential building around 1550 ..." Wikipedia (Heinrich Toppler, 2023-04-30): https://de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heinrich_Toppler "Mayor of Rothenburg ob der Tauber..." Taubertal.de (Topplerschlößchen in Taubertal, 2023-04-30): https://taubertal.de/tourismus-freizeit/museen-im-taubertal/museen-in-rothenburg/topplerschloeszchen-im-taubertal/ - Opening hours (guided tours) - Contact

The Palace Park: The section of the historic palace park, designed in the style of Versailles, ends in the south with the orangeries, where potted plants overwinter and exotic plants find shelter. The eastern orangery is open to visitors. There you will find, for example, lemon and orange trees. Many statues can be seen in the palace park. The more delicate ones are wrapped up in winter to protect them from the elements. To the north, towards the palace, the park ends with the so-called Dwarf Avenue. The western part is an orchard where old fruit varieties thrive. The eastern part is now the public city park. The Palace: Spared from major fires and wartime destruction, the palace, now owned by the state of Baden-Württemberg, is a former moated castle dating back to the 12th century. There is an entrance fee for the palace and palace gardens. Access to the palace is only possible with a guided tour. The faithfully restored interiors can be visited as part of a guided tour that starts hourly, which is highly recommended. You can also take photos during the tour (without flash). More information here: https://www.schloss-weikersheim.de/ The longer tour, which costs only a little more, also takes you to rooms with furnishings that are unparalleled in Europe. Only the castle kitchen is accessible without a guided tour. There you will find a fascinating exhibition on alchemy. Attempts were also made to produce gold and silver in Weikersheim.

Weikersheim Palace is the jewel of the Hohenlohe castles: What began as a moated castle evolved into one of the most beautiful Renaissance residences. The magnificently designed rooms, with their completely preserved interiors, reflect the splendor of bygone eras. Source and further information: https://www.tourismus-bw.de/attraktionen/schloss-und-schlossgarten-weikersheim-f63b2c8dc1

Good cafe but often crowded, especially on weekends. The Schlossgarten-Cafe (in the Schlossgarten) might be an alternative.

A beautiful café. Friendly staff 😊 Lactose-free cappuccino is also available 👌👍. There's outdoor seating in the summer. Dogs are welcome. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 9:30 am until at least 10:00 pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.