What fortified city has some of the best preserved medieval walls in Europe?

Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany. This may be the best-known walled city in Europe and is very popular as a tourist destination. Rothenburg is Germany's best-preserved walled city. Part of the walls have covered walled walkways and can be walked and provide great views of the city.



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