Tauber

The Tauber is a river in southern Germany that flows through Baden-Württemberg and into Bavaria before joining the Main River. Its valley is notable for its scenic landscapes and historic settlements.

The river corridor is used for recreation such as cycling, walking and river-side exploration; the valley supports agriculture and viticulture in places. Many visitors travel along the Tauber valley to visit its small historic towns and countryside.

The Tauber has played an important role in local settlement patterns and transport over centuries and continues to define the character of the regions it passes through.

Geographically the river runs through the northeast of Baden-Württemberg and western Bavaria and eventually reaches the Main near Wertheim.

• Hydrology: Flows as a tributary into the Main River and has shaped a distinctive valley landscape known for tourism and agriculture in parts of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria.

What to See #

• Tauber Valley: The Tauber River valley, known for its scenic river corridor, vineyards and cycling routes that follow the watercourse.
• Riverside towns: Historic towns and villages along the river that retain medieval and early-modern architecture and attract visitors exploring the region.