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Rottweil (German: [ˈʁɔtvaɪl] ⓘ; Alemannic: Rautweil) is a town in southwest Germany in the state of Baden-Württemberg. Rottweil was a free imperial city for nearly 600 years.

Located between the Black Forest and the Swabian Alps, Rottweil has over 25,000 inhabitants as of 2022. The town is famous for its medieval center and for its traditional carnival (called "Fasnet" in the local Swabian dialect). It is the oldest town in Baden-Württemberg,[3] and its appearance has changed very little since the 16th century.

The town gives its name to the Rottweiler dog breed.

History

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Tourist sign reading „Älteste Stadt Baden-Württembergs“ ("Oldest town of Baden-Württemberg")

Rottweil was founded by the Romans in AD 73 as Arae Flaviae and became a municipium, but there are traces of human settlement going back to 2000 BC. Roman baths and an Orpheus mosaic of c. AD 180 date from the time of Roman settlement. The present town became a ducal and a royal court before 771 and in 1268 it became a free imperial city.

In 1463 Rottweil joined the Swiss Confederacy under the pretence of a temporary alliance. In 1476 the Rottweilers fought on the Swiss side against Charles the Bold in the Battle of Morat. In 1512, Pope Julius II gave the city a valuable "Julius banner" for its services in the 1508–1510 "Great Pavier Campaign" to expel the French.[4] In 1519, the Rottweilers left the old Swiss alliance. They joined a new one in which their membership was extended indefinitely – the so-called "Eternal Covenant".

Rottweil thus became a centre of the Swiss Confederation. The relations between the Swiss Confederation and Rottweil cooled rapidly during the Protestant Reformation. When Rottweil was troubled by wars, however, it still asked the Confederates for help.[5]

In the Rottweil Witch Hunts from 1546 to 1661, 266 so-called witches, wizards and magicians were executed in the imperial city of Rottweil. On April 15, 2015, they were given a posthumous pardon. An official apology was given by the City Council about 400 years after their violent deaths.[6]

Rottweil lost both its status as free city and its alliance with the Swiss Confederacy with the conquest of the region by Napoleon in 1803.

Lord mayors since the 19th century

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  • 1820–1833: Max Joseph von Khuon, Schultheiß
  • 1833–1845: Max Teufel
  • 1845–1848: Karl Dinkelmann
  • 1848–1851: Kaspar Rapp
  • 1852–1887: Johann Baptist Marx
  • 1887–1923: Edwin Glückher
  • 1924–1943: Josef Abrell
  • 1943–1944: Otto Mann
  • 1944–1945: Paul Fritz
  • 1945–1946: Franz Mederle
  • 1946–1965: Arnulf Gutknecht
  • 1965–1985: Ulrich Regelmann, mayor; from 1970 Lord Mayor
  • 1985–2001: Michael Arnold
  • 2001–2009: Thomas Engeser
  • 2009–2022: Ralf Broß[7][8][9]
  • 2022–present: Christian Ruf[1]

Climate

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Climate data for Rottweil (1991-2020)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Daily mean °C (°F) −0.1
(31.8) 		0.4
(32.7) 		3.9
(39.0) 		7.8
(46.0) 		12.1
(53.8) 		15.7
(60.3) 		17.6
(63.7) 		17.2
(63.0) 		12.9
(55.2) 		8.8
(47.8) 		3.8
(38.8) 		0.7
(33.3) 		8.4
(47.1)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 55.9
(2.20) 		50.2
(1.98) 		56.2
(2.21) 		52.6
(2.07) 		92.2
(3.63) 		79.8
(3.14) 		89.8
(3.54) 		82.7
(3.26) 		57.7
(2.27) 		63.1
(2.48) 		61.4
(2.42) 		66.9
(2.63) 		808.5
(31.83)
Mean monthly sunshine hours 66.9 89.4 135.2 172.9 199.1 217.8 234.8 220.8 164.1 117.5 70 58.4 1,748.9
Source: Deutscher Wetterdienst[10][11][12]

Economy

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During the Middle Ages, Rottweil used to be a flourishing imperial city with great economic and cultural influence.[13] In 1868, Rottweil was connected to Stuttgart by rail, which boosted the economy of the region.[13]

Today, most companies in Rottweil are either small or medium-sized.[14] A trading and shopping town with a high level of innovation that benefits from its well developed educational and transport infrastructure, Rottweil has many industrial companies and a steadily growing proportion of knowledge-intensive service jobs.[14]

At 7.9%, Rottweil has one of the highest academic rates in the region.[14]

Media

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Local events in Rottweil are reported in the daily newspaper Schwarzwälder Bote, the Stadtanzeiger, online and once a week in the print edition Neue Rottweiler Zeitung [de], the TV station Regio TV Bodensee [de] and the local radio station antenne 1 Neckarburg Rock & Pop [de], which is based in the district.

Notable former companies

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Infrastructure

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Rail traffic

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Rottweil station has regular (at least hourly) regional services to Stuttgart, Villingen, Singen, as well as many nearby towns. The hourly Stuttgart-Zurich intercity train also stops at Rottweil. In 2003, the Ringzug concept was established, providing rail service to many previously abandoned stations in the region between Villingen, Rottweil, Tuttlingen and Donaueschingen, which became a major success.

Road traffic

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By car, Rottweil can be reached via the Bundesautobahn 81 Stuttgart-Singen, exit Rottweil. The city lies on the Bundesstraße 27 between Schaffhausen and Stuttgart, on the Bundesstraße 14, which runs from Stockach on Lake Constance via Tuttlingen to Rottweil and on via Horb am Neckar to Stuttgart, and on the Bundesstraße 462 from Rottweil through the Black Forest to Freudenstadt and Rastatt.

Bicycle traffic

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Rottweil is located on the Neckartal-Radweg [de] along the Neckar River via Horb, Tübingen, Stuttgart, Heilbronn and Heidelberg to Mannheim.

Air traffic

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Rottweil-Zepfenhan airfield

In the neighboring village of Zepfenhan, about 12 km (7.5 mi) away, is the Flugplatz Rottweil-Zepfenhan [de] (Rottweil-Zepfenhan airfield), which can be approached by small aircraft. The nearest commercial airports are Stuttgart Airport and Zurich Airport.

Education

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Rottweil has three Gymnasien (Albertus-Magnus-Gymnasium, Droste-Hülshoff-Gymnasium, Leibniz-Gymnasium), one Realschule, one Förderschule (Achert-Schule), three Grundschulen (Eichendorff-Grundschule, Grundschule Neufra and Grundschule Neukirch), and four Hauptschulen (GHS Göllsdorf, Johanniter-Grund- und Hauptschule, Konrad-Witz-Grund- und Hauptschule and Römer-Grund- und Hauptschule).

Main sights

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Main Street
  • The late-Romanesque and Gothic–era Münster Heiliges Kreuz ("Minster of the Holy Cross"), built over a pre-existing church from 1270. It features a crucifix by Veit Stoss and noteworthy Gothic sculptures.
  • Kapellenkirche (1330–1340), a Gothic church with a tower and with three statue-decorated portals
  • Lorenzkapelle ("Church of St. Lawrence", 16th century) in late Gothic style. It houses some two hundred works by Swabian masters and Gothic altarpieces from the 14th and 15th centuries.
  • The town's museum, including a notable Roman mosaic with the legend of Orpheus
  • The late-Gothic town hall (1521)
  • St. Pelagius, a Romanesque church from the 12th century. Excavations have brought to light Roman baths on the same site.
  • Dominican Museum of Rottweil – local branch of the Landesmuseum Württemberg
  • ThyssenKrupp constructed a $45 million, 807-foot (246 m) tower, the Rottweil Test Tower. The tower is a research facility for the company and is used to test new elevator cars and technologies. When the tower was completed in 2017, it was the tallest elevator test tower in the world.[17][a] The tower has 12 elevator shafts.[18]

Twin towns – sister cities

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See also: List of twin towns and sister cities in Germany

Rottweil is twinned with:[19]

Notable people

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Franz Xavier Wernz, 1910

Sport

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Trivia

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  • The Rottweiler dog breed is named after this town; it used to be a butcher's dog in the region.[21]
  • "Das Mädchen aus Rottweil" is a song by the German band Die Toten Hosen.[22]
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See also

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Notes

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References

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Rottweil is a historic city in , southwestern , with a population of approximately 25,000 as of 2024. Founded by the Romans in 73 AD as the settlement Arae Flaviae, it holds the distinction of being the oldest town in . The city lies at the confluence of the and Neckar-Zaber rivers, positioned between the and the , serving as the administrative seat of the Rottweil district. Renowned for its well-preserved medieval old town featuring half-timbered houses, historic gates, and the Minster of the Holy Cross, Rottweil exemplifies Alemannic architectural heritage. It is particularly famous for the Narrenfasnet, a traditional Swabian-Alemannic celebrated with elaborate wooden masks, costumes, and the iconic Narrensprung parade, drawing participants and spectators annually before . The dog breed, known for its strength and loyalty, derives its name from the city, where its ancestors—descended from Roman drover dogs—were utilized by local butchers for herding cattle and guarding in the . In modern times, Rottweil's economy centers on small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly in , , and trade, bolstered by the presence of the Test Tower, Germany's tallest structure at 246 meters, used for testing and offering panoramic views. The city's strategic location supports focused on its Roman origins, carnival traditions, and natural surroundings, while maintaining a balance between historical preservation and contemporary innovation.

Geography

Location and landscape

Rottweil is located in the state of in southwestern , at approximately 48°10′N 8°37′E, about 97 kilometers south of . The city serves as the administrative seat of the Rottweil district and lies at an elevation of roughly 600 meters above . Positioned in the River valley, Rottweil is bordered by the hills of the to the east and the region to the west. The surrounding landscape features undulating terrain with the river carving through the valley, providing a mix of lowland and elevated areas that shape the city's compact urban layout centered around its historic core.

Climate

Rottweil features a temperate classified as Cfb under the Köppen-Geiger system, marked by mild temperatures without extreme seasonal swings and distributed fairly evenly across the year. Average annual temperatures hover around 9°C, with winter lows typically reaching -3°C in and summer highs peaking at 22°C in . Annual totals approximately 750 mm, primarily as rain, though winter months contribute snowfall equivalent to about 7-8 cm on average. Seasonal patterns show a wetter period from late spring to mid-summer, with recording the highest monthly rainfall at around 86 mm and up to 13 wet days, driven by convective showers. Winters, from November to March, bring the coldest conditions with average highs of 3-8°C and occasional freezes, alongside the peak snowfall in December at roughly 8 cm water equivalent; February stands as the driest month with only 33 mm. remains comfortable year-round, rarely exceeding muggy levels, while is highest in late fall at over 60% days. The region's climate aligns with broader southwest German norms but exhibits elevated rainfall due to orographic effects from the nearby Black Forest, where westerly winds force moist air upward, enhancing precipitation compared to flatter eastern areas. Historical records from local stations indicate variability, including a peak annual total of 1,146 mm in 1965 and up to 213 precipitation days in the same year, underscoring potential for wet extremes influenced by Atlantic weather systems. Long-term data since the mid-20th century reveal consistent mildness, with no prolonged dry seasons, supporting stable habitability patterns.

Demographics

In 1871, the area corresponding to the modern of Rottweil had a population of approximately 8,200 residents. This figure more than tripled over the subsequent century, reaching around 25,000 by 1970, a period marked by industrialization, urban expansion, and the absorption of surrounding localities during Baden-Württemberg's municipal reforms in the early . The post-World War II era contributed to this upswing through net positive migration, including displaced persons and ethnic Germans repatriated from , which offset wartime losses and low birth rates in a recovering . By the late , annual growth had slowed, with the stabilizing near 25,000 amid balanced inflows from domestic relocation and limited natural increase.
YearPopulation
18718,200
197025,000
200025,040
202424,985
Recent trends indicate mild stagnation, with the 2024 estimate at 24,985, reflecting ongoing low rates below replacement levels and aging demographics partially counteracted by commuter-driven in-migration tied to regional in and services.

Composition and migration

Rottweil's demographic composition is overwhelmingly ethnic German, with foreign nationals representing 14.4% of the resident as of 2024 statistics derived from official registers. This share reflects a moderate level compared to urban centers in , where the state average exceeds 17%. The foreign-born cohort stems largely from post-1961 guest worker recruitment agreements with and southern European nations like and , which brought labor for industrial sectors but resulted in persistent family reunifications and limited rates, with only about 40% of long-term non-EU residents acquiring German citizenship nationally over decades. Recent migration patterns include intra-EU mobility from —primarily , , and —facilitated by free movement since 2004, alongside non-EU asylum inflows peaking after 2015 from , , and , driven by conflicts rather than economic pull factors. These groups contribute to labor shortages in and services but exhibit higher dependency on social welfare systems, with non-EU migrants nationally utilizing Hartz IV benefits at rates 2-3 times that of natives due to skill mismatches and family sizes, straining local fiscal resources without commensurate tax contributions in initial years. Integration outcomes reveal causal challenges from cultural disparities, including lower among second-generation non-EU youth and elevated in migrant-heavy cohorts, as evidenced by regional data showing 25-30% non-completion rates in vocational training for Turkish-origin youth versus under 10% for natives. Religiously, the composition remains historically Catholic-dominant, reflecting Rottweil's position in the Catholic Swabian heartland of , where church membership data indicate Catholics outnumber Protestants by roughly 2:1 regionally, though overall affiliation has declined to about 30% Catholic and 25% Protestant statewide amid . Migration has introduced a growing Muslim minority, estimated at 5-7% locally through guest worker descendants and recent refugees, fostering parallel communities with limited interfaith assimilation, as constructions and demands highlight persistent cultural separation rather than convergence toward secular German norms. Empirical indicators of social cohesion, such as national surveys on trust in institutions, show non-integrated migrant groups reporting 20-30% lower interpersonal trust levels, correlating with higher localized petty involvement in similar small-town settings, though Rottweil-specific policing data underscores proactive measures to mitigate these risks.

History

Ancient foundations and medieval development

The Roman settlement at Rottweil, known as Arae Flaviae, was established around 73 AD as a municipium under the , marking the town's foundational phase as a civilian center on the empire's frontier. Positioned along the River and a vital southeastward road linking to the , it facilitated control over trade routes and in the Upper Germanic limes system. Archaeological remains, including public baths and urban infrastructure, confirm its role as a nucleated settlement that persisted beyond initial Roman military occupation. Following the Roman legions' withdrawal in the 2nd century AD, Arae Flaviae sustained growth as a self-contained node, benefiting from its geographic advantages in riverine and overland connectivity without heavy reliance on imperial garrisons. Continuity of occupation is evidenced by post-Roman artifacts and settlement patterns, transitioning into early medieval phases amid the fragmentation of Roman authority. By the , Rottweil had fortified its core with monumental defenses, including the early 13th-century High Tower and associated gates integrated into a largely preserved circuit wall, underscoring causal links between locational security and economic viability through tolls and commerce. This strategic positioning drove prosperity in a feudal landscape, where the town's role as a nexus for regional exchange—leveraging the and Kinzig valleys—fostered independent development predating formal imperial privileges. Empirical records from the period highlight modest but stable expansion, with ecclesiastical structures like the Romanesque origins of the Holy Cross Minster (ca. 1122) reflecting communal investment in durable institutions amid agrarian and mercantile activities. Such foundations laid the groundwork for Rottweil's resilience, prioritizing endogenous trade dynamics over vassalage to distant lords.

Era as free imperial city

Rottweil attained the status of a , or Reichsstadt, in the 12th century through under the , granting it direct subordination to the emperor rather than local princes or bishops, which fostered local self-rule via an elected (chief magistrate) and council. This autonomy was formally confirmed and expanded in 1276, solidifying privileges such as independent jurisdiction, taxation rights, and exemption from feudal overlordship, enabling the city to govern its territory encompassing surrounding villages and enforce laws without external interference. These protections, rooted in the Empire's fragmented structure, allowed Rottweil to prioritize economic self-interest over hierarchical loyalties, contrasting with more centralized principalities where princely exactions often stifled growth. To safeguard this independence amid regional power struggles, particularly against Habsburg expansionism in Swabia, Rottweil forged a military alliance with the Swiss Eidgenossenschaft on June 18, 1463, committing to mutual defense for 15 years against common threats like Habsburg encroachments. This pact, renewed and expanded into full association by 1519, positioned Rottweil as a zugewandter Ort (associated place) until 1632, leveraging Swiss military prowess—demonstrated in conflicts like the Swabian War (1499)—to deter Habsburg subjugation without full integration into the confederacy. Rottweil further joined the Swabian League in 1488, a defensive confederation of imperial cities and princes, participating in joint military actions that preserved collective autonomy against territorial aggressors, though internal league disputes highlighted coordination challenges inherent to decentralized alliances. Economically, imperial status enabled robust trade along the River and overland routes connecting the and basins, with guilds organizing artisan production in textiles, metalwork, and goods while regulating markets to ensure quality and exclude rivals, thereby sustaining prosperity through the . By the , Rottweil's Hofgericht (imperial court) extended appellate jurisdiction over much of southwestern , attracting litigants and fees that bolstered revenues, while guild-enforced standards supported export-oriented crafts, yielding higher per-capita wealth than in adjacent Habsburg or Württemberg territories burdened by seigneurial dues. This model, emphasizing contractual guilds over top-down edicts, causally contributed to cultural , including ecclesiastical commissions, though the (1618–1648) imposed fiscal strains from troop levies and destruction, exposing vulnerabilities in prolonged interstate conflicts. In its later phases, Rottweil navigated inefficiencies such as guild monopolies that occasionally hampered innovation and inter-city rivalries within the Empire's diet, yet its endurance until mediatization in 1802—when Napoleon’s Reichsdeputationshauptschluss transferred it to Württemberg—underscored the relative efficacy of imperial city autonomy in averting princely absorption, as evidenced by survival rates higher among free cities (many persisting until 1803) compared to non-immediate towns swallowed earlier by consolidators. Decentralized privileges thus permitted adaptive resilience, prioritizing empirical trade gains over uniform centralization that often correlated with stagnation in absolutist domains.

Integration into modern Germany

Rottweil's status as a ended in 1802, when it was incorporated into the as part of the broader territorial reorganizations preceding the dissolution of the . This mediatization, formalized under Napoleonic influence through the of 1803, transferred administrative authority from local imperial privileges to Württemberg's centralized governance, eliminating Rottweil's judicial independence via the Imperial Court of Justice while subjecting it to the kingdom's uniform tax and systems. Despite the shift from autonomy to provincial status, local economic structures showed continuity, as Württemberg's policies preserved craft guilds initially, avoiding immediate disruption to Rottweil's metalworking traditions centered on tools like sickles, with nearly 100 forges active at their historical peak. As part of the Kingdom of Württemberg, Rottweil participated indirectly in German unification processes, with Württemberg allying with Prussia during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870–1871 and acceding to the German Empire on January 18, 1871. This integration into the empire's federal structure imposed standardized military obligations and tariff policies via the Zollverein, which had already encompassed Württemberg since 1834, facilitating cross-regional trade without evidence of localized resistance or economic reversal in Rottweil. Administrative centralization under Württemberg, evidenced by the creation of the Oberamt Rottweil around 1806–1808, streamlined bureaucracy but reduced local fiscal autonomy, though empirical population data indicate sustained growth—from 3,905 residents in 1813 to 5,196 by 1846—suggesting adaptive resilience rather than stagnation. Industrial expansion in the mid-19th century reinforced economic continuity, with metal processing diversifying into machinery and the establishment of a factory (Pulverfabrik Rottweil) that gained momentum from rail connectivity in and demand spikes during the . This factory's output, tied to military needs, exemplified how imperial unification's conflicts inadvertently boosted local manufacturing, as Württemberg's iron industry broadly advanced through technical innovations in processing despite the political absorption of former free cities. Centralization's causal effects appear mixed: while it curtailed independent , it enabled infrastructure investments like railways, correlating with Rottweil's transition from guild-based crafts to proto-industrial scales without verifiable output declines. During , Rottweil contributed to Württemberg's mobilization efforts, with local men drafted into imperial forces amid early enthusiasm; cannon fire was audible from the city by August 1914, and casualty lists posting fallen, wounded, and missing soldiers began appearing publicly by September 8, 1914. The war strained resources, including food and factory reallocations, but Rottweil avoided direct combat zones, limiting material destruction compared to frontline regions. Interwar recovery maintained relative stability, buoyed by the Pulverfabrik's prewar foundations and regional metal sectors, though national and depression impacted employment without unique local collapses documented. This period underscored centralization's long-term integration, as Rottweil's economy aligned with Germany's industrial base, exhibiting continuity in skilled trades amid broader Weimar volatility.

Post-WWII and contemporary era

Following the end of World War II in 1945, Rottweil, situated in the French occupation zone of southwestern Germany, underwent reconstruction with limited physical devastation relative to heavily industrialized eastern or northern cities, enabling participation in the broader West German Wirtschaftswunder economic boom. The local construction sector expanded rapidly, with land consumption accelerating to accommodate housing and infrastructure needs amid national recovery efforts that rebuilt over 5 million apartments across West Germany by the mid-1950s. Rottweil's population rose from around 15,000 to 20,000 during the 1950s, reflecting steady demographic growth driven by returning residents and inbound migration within stable western borders. The effects of in 1990 were muted in Rottweil due to its location in prosperous , far from the economic dislocations in former , where spiked to 20% and required massive fiscal transfers exceeding €2 trillion by the 2010s. Local adjustments involved national-level adaptations to unified markets and currency conversion, but Rottweil maintained economic continuity through established and , avoiding the convergence traps that stalled eastern growth rates below 1% annually post-1998. In the contemporary period, Rottweil has prioritized private-sector innovation, as demonstrated by the completion of the in 2017—a 232-meter structure that became the world's tallest dedicated testing facility at the time, enabling advancements in high-speed, cable-free systems for urban high-rises. This project, developed by Elevator without primary reliance on direct state subsidies, has positioned the town as a testing hub for global mobility solutions, attracting international R&D collaborations. Rottweil's rural hinterlands exemplified regional advocacy during the 2023–2024 farmers' protests, where agricultural operators blockaded roads nationwide—including in —against government plans to phase out €500 million in annual diesel subsidies and impose stricter green regulations, revealing dependencies on state support amid rising input costs and import competition. These actions, involving thousands of tractors and causing widespread disruptions by January , underscored calls for policy reforms favoring market efficiencies over redistributive measures, while preserving local traditions like the town's longstanding Fasnet .

Government and administration

Local governance structure

Rottweil's operates under the Gemeindeordnung für Baden-Württemberg, which establishes a dual structure comprising the Gemeinderat as the primary legislative body and the Oberbürgermeister as the executive head. The Gemeinderat, consisting of 26 members, represents citizens and determines key administrative principles, including budget approvals, local statutes, and oversight of municipal policies such as infrastructure maintenance and urban planning. Members are elected directly every five years, with the most recent election on June 9, 2024, yielding a composition where the CDU secured the largest share at 27.3% of votes, reflecting a modest gain from 23.8% in 2019 and emphasizing priorities like fiscal prudence and local service continuity. The Oberbürgermeister, elected separately for an eight-year term, chairs the Gemeinderat, directs the city administration, and executes council decisions while representing Rottweil externally. Current officeholder Dr. Christian Ruf (CDU) assumed the role on December 1, 2022, following a on October 16, 2022, where he received 50.05% of votes in the runoff. This position maintains historical continuity from Rottweil's imperial-era mayoral traditions, adapted to modern democratic checks, with the executive accountable to council votes on major expenditures exceeding defined thresholds (e.g., €25,000–€75,000 per case under state guidelines). While Baden-Württemberg's framework grants municipalities substantive autonomy in self-governance areas like and local zoning, Rottweil's decisions are constrained by state oversight and federal influences, including where transfers constitute approximately 40–50% of municipal budgets statewide, limiting unilateral fiscal maneuvers. Rottweil participates in a Verwaltungsgemeinschaft with four neighboring communes (Deißlingen, Dietingen, Wellendingen, Zimmern), pooling administrative resources for without ceding core authority. This decentralized model fosters empirical accountability through periodic elections and public consultations, though post-imperial integration into structures has standardized powers, reducing historical variances in local sovereignty.

List of lord mayors since the 19th century

The chief executive of Rottweil, initially titled Stadtschultheiß or Bürgermeister before adopting Oberbürgermeister in 1970 upon becoming a Große Kreisstadt, has overseen local administration since the early following the city's mediatization in 1802. Early incumbents focused on stabilizing finances and relations with the Oberamt after the end of imperial city status, while later ones navigated industrialization, world wars, and post-war reconstruction.
NameTermAffiliation/Notes
Karl von Langen1803Hof-Kommissär; transitional role post-mediatization.
Josef Bollinger1804–1807Stadtoberamtmann.
Dominikus Stadlinger1808–1809Stadtoberamtmann.
Max Joseph von Khuon1820–1833Stadtschultheiß; elected Stadtoberhaupt in 1819, managed post-Napoleonic recovery.
Maximilian Teufel1833–1844Stadtschultheiß.
Johann Dinkelmann1845–1848Stadtschultheiß.
Dr. Kaspar Rapp1848–1851Stadtschultheiß.
Johann Baptist Marx1852–1887Stadtschultheiß; reformed desolate administration, improved Oberamt ties; only honoree with a street naming (Marxstraße).
Edwin Glükher1887–1924Stadtschultheiß; oversaw early industrialization.
Bürgermeister Abrell1930s–Feb 1943Joined NSDAP in 1933; resigned amid wartime pressures.
Otto MannMar 1943–Mar 1944NSDAP Ortsgruppenleiter; appointed during war.
Paul FritzMar 1944–1945Wartime appointee.
Dr. Franz MederleMay 1945–Apr 1946Appointed by French occupation authorities post-WWII.
Arnulf Gutknecht1946–1965Bürgermeister; focused on reconstruction.
Dr. Ulrich Regelmann1965–1985Bürgermeister (Oberbürgermeister from 1970); managed urban expansion.
Michael Arnold1985–2001Oberbürgermeister.
Thomas Engeser2001–2009Parteilos; first directly elected in runoff, de-reelected in 2009 but lost to challenger.
Ralf Broß2009–2022Parteilos; re-elected 2017 with 94.9% amid fiscal stability but faced criticism over infrastructure delays; transitioned to state-level role.
Dr. Christian Ruf2022–presentElected October 2022; emphasized continuity in economic development.

Economy

Industrial base and key sectors

Rottweil's industrial base is predominantly composed of medium-sized enterprises () in manufacturing, with a focus on metal , , , and sectors. These industries leverage the region's skilled workforce and favorable , contributing to a high industrial density that exceeds the state average. The city's over 2,100 registered companies, including 1,620 with employees, underscore the role of small and medium firms in sustaining through specialized production in automotive suppliers, , and electrotechnology. Historically, Rottweil's economy drew from its position as a medieval center for and goods, fostering craftsmanship that transitioned into modern competencies amid post-war industrialization in southwestern . This evolution reflects causal factors such as proximity to raw materials, river access for early processing, and integration into regional supply chains, rather than isolated subsidies. and sectors now anchor , with industrial activities providing resilience via in high-precision components, though precise shares hover around 25-30% in comparable Baden-Württemberg locales with similar structures. Key strengths include adaptability to technological demands, supported by local vocational training and R&D clusters, enabling sustained output in export-competitive niches despite global pressures. Vulnerabilities arise from reliance on international markets, where fluctuations in demand—evident in Germany's broader declines during economic slowdowns—expose firms to from low-cost producers, prompting a shift toward knowledge-intensive services comprising a growing portion. Empirical data from district-level analyses indicate that while GDP contributions from these sectors remain robust, external barriers could amplify risks, as seen in regional studies linking manufacturing exposure to economic volatility.

Notable companies and technological advancements

TK Elevator, formerly part of ThyssenKrupp, operates the 246-meter Test Tower in Rottweil, completed in 2017, which serves as a dedicated facility for advancing elevator technology. The structure features 12 testing shafts, including three specialized for the MULTI system, enabling simultaneous operation of multiple cabins using magnetic levitation for both vertical and horizontal movement at speeds up to 18 meters per second. This innovation, recognized as one of TIME's 25 Best Inventions of 2017, boosts transport capacity in shafts by up to 50 percent while reducing the required building footprint for elevators. The Test Tower supports global R&D efforts, hosting summits with over 30 international experts to drive urban mobility solutions, contributing to TK Elevator's strategy for high-speed and efficient vertical transportation systems. These advancements underscore Rottweil's role in engineering exports, as TK Elevator maintains leading market positions in and technology worldwide. In the automotive sector, MAHLE's Rottweil facility has pioneered lightweight steel pistons, delivering its millionth unit to in 2015 and earning recognition for outstanding innovation performance in reducing engine weight and emissions. Such developments highlight local contributions to metal processing and precision manufacturing, though the region's firms face broader challenges from disruptions and economic pressures in 2024, increasing reliance on large conglomerates for sustained R&D investment.

Media and former enterprises

The primary local newspapers serving Rottweil are the Schwarzwälder Bote, a regional daily with dedicated coverage of the Kreis Rottweil including Rottweil-specific editions (R1 and R2), and the Neue Rottweiler Zeitung (NRWZ), an independent weekly that reaches households across Rottweil and nearby . The Schwarzwälder Bote provides ongoing print and digital news on local events, with its broader circulation exceeding 100,000 sold copies across editions as of 2024, though specific Rottweil figures remain undisclosed. NRWZ, established in 2004 by local citizens following the discontinuation of the Schwäbische Zeitung's Rottweil edition (which had a circulation of approximately 2,450 exemplars at closure), maintains a print run of over 36,500 copies as of 2016 and a free weekend supplement exceeding 22,000 copies, emphasizing unabhängige local reporting to foster opinion diversity amid concerns over consolidated media narratives. Both outlets have adapted to digital platforms, with NRWZ operating nrwz.de for real-time updates and the Schwarzwälder Bote leveraging schwarzwaelder-bote.de for video reports and thematic coverage, reflecting broader trends in German regional media where print circulations have declined due to online consumption shifts, though exact Rottweil metrics show sustained engagement. Regional radio, primarily via (SWR) stations like SWR1 , supplements print with area-wide broadcasts, but lacks hyper- Rottweil studios. This media landscape supports community discourse, with NRWZ's citizen-driven model countering potential uniformity in coverage from larger publishers, though empirical data on bias in reporting remains limited. Notable former enterprises in Rottweil include the Pulverfabrik Rottweil, a and munitions producer dating to the that shifted post-World War I to and viscose production before ceasing operations in 1993 amid industrial restructuring and safety regulations for explosives manufacturing. The site's legacy influenced brands like Rottweil ammunition, but the facility closed due to post-Cold War demand drops and environmental constraints, later repurposed as an event venue demonstrating of industrial heritage. Rhodia, a chemicals firm operating in Rottweil's Neckartal from the Pulverfabrik grounds, abandoned the location in the mid-1990s following corporate consolidation and site-specific operational challenges, with structures now hosting recreational facilities like indyKart. KB Uhren GmbH & Co. KG, a clock manufacturer, entered proceedings registered at District Court (HRA 470633), succumbing to global competition in precision timepieces from low-cost producers, a pattern evident in Germany's mid-20th-century watch sector decline. The former Brauerei zum Pflug, operational until its cessation (now a gaststätte under Ehemalige Brauerei zum Pflug Wilhelm Mayer & Co. KG, HRA 471146), exemplifies local craft industry's contraction from consolidation and shifting consumer preferences toward larger brewers, with the 1898-founded site preserved for hospitality. These closures, driven by , technological shifts, and regulatory pressures rather than inherent mismanagement, underscore Rottweil's transition from specialized to service-oriented economies, with repurposed sites mitigating economic voids through and events.

Infrastructure

Transportation networks

![Rottweil station with ThyssenKrupp Test Tower in the background](./assets/Rottweil_station%252C_ThyssenKrupp_Test_Tower_20182018 Rottweil station serves as the primary rail hub, situated on the Plochingen–Immendingen railway line, which facilitates regional connectivity along the Valley. operates RB services, including the RB14 line linking to Rottweil with multiple daily departures. Hourly (IC) trains connect Rottweil to in approximately 34 minutes, supporting efficient passenger movement toward major urban centers. The station also originates services on the Rottweil–Villingen-Schwenningen line, enhancing links to the region. Road infrastructure centers on the Bundesautobahn 81 (A81), which runs parallel to the and provides direct access via nearby interchanges such as and Rottweil, enabling swift travel to (about 100 km north) and Singen near the Swiss border. Federal highways B27 and B462 intersect in Rottweil, integrating local traffic with broader networks for freight and commuter flows. Bicycle infrastructure includes segments of the Neckar Valley Cycle Route, a long-distance path with the Rottweil-to-Horb am Neckar stage measuring 48.42 km and designated for leisurely touring with minimal elevation gain. Urban planning incorporates dedicated cycle paths along the , promoting sustainable short-distance mobility. Air travel relies on (STR), the closest major facility at a straight-line distance of 98 km and road distance of 96.6 km, handling over 12 million passengers annually as of recent data and offering international connections. Locally, Rottweil-Zepfenhan Airfield (EDSZ) supports , gliders, and ultralights with an 803-meter asphalt , catering to private and recreational flights.

Specialized facilities like the

The in Rottweil is a 246-meter-high structure dedicated to the development and of advanced systems. Completed in 2017, it features 12 internal shafts, including ten for test , one fire brigade lift, and one panoramic lift, enabling comprehensive evaluations of speed, endurance, and safety under conditions mimicking high-rise buildings. The facility supports testing of rope-less MULTI , which operate on propulsion for both vertical and horizontal movement at speeds up to 18 meters per second. This tower functions as TK Elevator's primary R&D hub for vertical transportation innovations, allowing prototypes to undergo rigorous trials before production scaling. By simulating extreme operational demands, such as rapid acceleration and long-distance travel, it accelerates technological advancements that enhance urban mobility efficiency and feasibility. The structure's design, including a vibration-dampening mass of 240 tons, ensures stable testing environments despite external influences like . The presence of the test tower bolsters Rottweil's role in innovation by concentrating specialized R&D activities, which draw expertise in mechanical, electrical, and materials engineering to the region. This fosters a local for high-tech employment and , contributing causally to the area's emergence as a niche hub for technology without reliance on broad subsidies, as the project stems from private-sector investment in competitive global markets. Its logistical integration with nearby rail infrastructure, including Rottweil station, streamlines the delivery of heavy components and personnel, optimizing operational efficiency.

Education

Institutions and higher learning

Rottweil's educational institutions prioritize vocational and applied higher learning through Germany's , where students split time between classroom theory at Berufsschulen and hands-on apprenticeships in local firms, fostering skills directly tied to the region's and sectors. This model, implemented across schools like the Erich-Hauser-Gewerbeschule, equips trainees for trades in , , and mechanics, with programs lasting 2-3.5 years and culminating in state-recognized qualifications. The Erich-Hauser-Gewerbeschule serves as a central hub, offering technical gymnasiums for advanced leading to university eligibility alongside vocational tracks; its Berufsschule components support over 20 recognized occupations, emphasizing practical competencies that reduce skill mismatches in industry. The Vocational School Centre Rottweil, modernized with a 2019 extension including a commercial Berufsschule wing, trains in and technical fields, accommodating several hundred apprentices annually through company partnerships. At the higher education level, the Rottweil Research Center of of Applied Sciences, reopened in 2016 on a historic industrial site, facilitates applied in engineering and , supporting dual-study programs that integrate academic coursework with professional placements. The Internationale Studien- und Berufsakademie (isba) in Rottweil delivers dual bachelor's degrees in business and management, alternating semesters of study with paid work experience, aligning with Baden-Württemberg's emphasis on over pure academia. This vocational focus yields high post-training employment rates, often exceeding 90% within months, as apprentices are pre-vetted by training employers, contributing to Rottweil's skilled labor pool without the delays of traditional university paths. However, the system's trade-oriented structure may limit exposure to disruptive innovations, potentially hindering adaptability in rapidly evolving tech sectors absent supplementary upskilling.

Culture and heritage

Architectural and historical sights

Rottweil's architectural heritage centers on its medieval old town, recognized as the oldest settlement in with structures dating to the Roman era and fortified developments from the 13th century onward. The historic core preserves Gothic monuments, town houses, and defensive elements that reflect the city's role as a until 1802. The Heilig-Kreuz-Münster, the principal , originated as a late Romanesque in the , with Gothic refurbishments completed in the 15th and 16th centuries. Its architectural significance lies in the blend of Romanesque foundations and additions, including a extension, contributing to the site's draw for visitors interested in ecclesiastical history. The Altes Rathaus, or Old Town Hall, exemplifies late Gothic design, constructed in 1521 with distinctive six-segment windows and ornate facades that highlight influences in civic . This building serves as a focal point in the town's ensemble of historic structures, underscoring Rottweil's administrative continuity from the medieval period. Defensive features include the Schwarzes Tor (Black Gate), a 13th-century gateway integrated into largely intact fortifications, alongside the adjacent Hochturm erected in the Staufer era around 1304. These elements, part of double-layered town walls, demonstrate effective preservation of medieval military engineering, enhancing the area's appeal as a testament to pre-modern .

Fasnet carnival traditions

The Narrenfasnet of Rottweil represents a traditional with origins in medieval practices designed to expel winter spirits via cacophonous bells and grotesque masks depicting demons and devils. These customs, documented in regional since at least the , emphasize inversion where masked participants assume anonymous roles to disrupt social norms temporarily, fostering communal release from daily hierarchies. Central figures include the Gschell Narro, tall jesters in rococo-inspired fringed gowns (Fransenkleid) paired with hand-carved wooden featuring exaggerated features and vibrant colors, accompanied by heavy cowbells rung in synchronized jumps. Accompanying types encompass the Biss (youthful variant with snarling ), bawdy Schantle in rags, fang-baring Federahannes evoking devils, fertility-linked Guller, and nine Bennerrössle dummy horses each handled by two attendants. , often baroque-influenced and predating 1700, are heirloomed across generations within guilds, underscoring transmission of craftsmanship independent of modern commodification. The pinnacle event, Narrensprung, unfolds in dual parades on the days preceding Ash Wednesday, with 2025 iterations set for March 3 at 8:00 a.m., and March 4 at 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., commencing at Schwarzes Tor and terminating at Friedrichsplatz amid ritual "Aufsagen" proclamations from guild ledgers. These processions draw hundreds of guild members in authentic attire, generating a dense spectacle of leaping figures that historically served to reaffirm village solidarity against seasonal uncertainties, a function persisting as counterweight to contemporary social fragmentation via embodied collective action. Rottweil's version preserves elemental rites—such as spirit-banishing clamor and symbols—distinct from diluted urban variants, prioritizing guild-driven authenticity over theatrical excess, with minimal evidence of over-commercialization diluting participatory depth.

Origins of the Rottweiler dog breed

The breed developed in the region of , , during the , where local butchers employed sturdy dogs to drive to distant markets and haul carts loaded with meat and byproducts. Known as Rottweiler Metzgerhunde ("Rottweil butchers' dogs"), these animals demonstrated exceptional strength, loyalty, and vigilance, essential for protecting livestock and owners' earnings from theft during long journeys. Historical records confirm their utility in this role until the advent of railroads in the late 1800s diminished the need for , leading to a sharp decline in their numbers by the early . Efforts to standardize and revive the breed began around 1900, with the formation of dedicated clubs emphasizing working aptitude over mere appearance. The first documented emerged from these initiatives, prioritizing traits like endurance and trainability for tasks beyond , including draft work. By 1914, organizations such as the Internationaler Rottweiler-Club formalized breeding guidelines, while the (FCI) later codified Standard No. 147, tracing functional origins to Roman-era drovers but verifying modern form through empirical utility in controlled trials. Post-World War I, Rottweilers gained traction as police and guard dogs due to their proven efficiency and low tolerance for threats, with German authorities deploying them alongside breeds like the . Empirical assessments affirm the breed's guarding and herding prowess, with records of successful applications in stock protection and obedience trials, where Rottweilers consistently rank high in versatility. Health data from breed registries indicate robust constitutions suited to demanding labor, though large size predisposes them to orthopedic issues like hip dysplasia, manageable through selective breeding. Temperament studies, such as the Canine Behavioral Assessment and Research Questionnaire (C-BARQ), reveal average aggression levels toward strangers compared to other breeds, attributing elevated incident reports primarily to environmental factors like inadequate socialization and irresponsible ownership rather than innate viciousness. This causal distinction counters breed-specific bans, as data from owner surveys show properly trained Rottweilers exhibit protective rather than unprovoked aggression, with bite severity linked more to neglect than genetics. The breed's global dissemination accelerated after , when military and law enforcement programs exported for their reliability in search-and-rescue and apprehension roles, establishing populations across , , and beyond. In Rottweil, the legacy persists through monuments honoring the dogs' contributions, underscoring their evolution from regional workhorses to internationally recognized utility breeds without romanticization of unverified ancient lineages.

Sports and notable figures

Local sports achievements

The FV 08 Rottweil, the city's primary football club, competes in the , the eighth tier of German football, with a history of youth development successes including the A-Jugend team's Bezirkspokal victory and promotion in June 2025, as well as the B-Jugend reaching the WFV-Pokal quarterfinals in 2023. The club plays home matches at the Städtisches Stadion, a 5,000-capacity venue completed in 1950, which supports local competitive play and community events. Earlier achievements include defending the WFV-Meisterschaft title in 2012, highlighting sustained regional competitiveness despite operating at lower national levels. In , the HSG Rottweil operates as a prominent multisport entity with over 1,000 members across 28 teams and more than 50 weekly training sessions, achieving recent promotions to the and wins such as 38:33 against opponents in September 2025 and 30:25 in October 2025. The club's magazine notes impressive progress for both men's and women's teams in recent seasons, underscoring growth in regional leagues. Rottweil's sports infrastructure, including multi-use halls like the Doppelsporthalle and Sportplatz Zepfenhan, facilitates broad participation, with the city annually honoring around 148 athletes for medals in 23 s, as seen in 2025 awards reflecting , württemberg, and national-level accomplishments. Local clubs promote and physical through structured , though achievements often depend on sponsorships and volunteer efforts amid limited public funding.

Prominent individuals

Franz Xaver Wernz (1842–1914), born in Rottweil, served as the 25th Superior General of the Society of Jesus from 1906 until his death, overseeing the Jesuit order during a period of expansion and internal reforms following the in . Educated at Jesuit institutions in Maria Laach and , Wernz emphasized theological scholarship and missionary work, authoring works on that influenced ecclesiastical governance. Joshua Kimmich (born February 8, 1995), a native of , is a professional footballer known for his versatility as a midfielder and right-back, captaining and the national team. Rising through VfB Stuttgart's youth academy before joining Bayern in 2015, Kimmich has contributed to multiple titles, victories, and international tournaments, including the youth squads. Christoph Burkard (born November 14, 1983), born in Rottweil, is a Paralympic swimmer who competed for , specializing in freestyle and despite being born without lower legs. Over a 16-year career ending around 2016, he secured medals including gold at the Paralympics, highlighting adaptive athletic resilience through prosthetic use and rigorous training.

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