Murrhardt lies in Baden-Württemberg, in the geographic land of Schwäbisch-Fränkischer Wald Forest. The town occupies the area of former Roman camp, Limes part, which was a defensive line boarder of the Roman Empire.

Limes was acknowledged by UNESCO as a world heritage monument. It is a very attractive small town in the valley of Murr river. In the early years of the 13th century, abbot Walterich established a Benedictine monastery within the aforementioned location, around which the town gradually developed. Even today, the old Walterichkirche church, which provides a magnificent view on the city, can be still found there. The church hosts various treasures inside which date back to the 8th century. Moreover, the adjacent hill homes a worth sightseeing cemetery.

Murrhardt is surrounded by forest which creates a natural barrier, the fact that helps to preserve the form of its old town. It is situated in the valley of the river Murr. Both, hilly river banks are overgrown with low woods and topped with beautiful houses. The town is characterized by a typical for Schwarzwald style architecture - partly wooden houses with steep, sloping roofs. Moreover, one can find the town hall (Rathaus) in its majesty-like manner situated at the market place.

Although small (about 14 000 citizens), the town is full of shops, banks, restaurants, inns (Gasthaus) and cafés run by small, independent merchants. Most of these places can be found near the town passage, which makes shopping "easy and pleasant". Many buildings possess interesting gilded signboards (forged with iron), hanging on the facades. All year round, Murrhardt sees the organization of numerous concerts, exhibitions and cultural parties.

It is possible due to the abundance of proper facilities . Festhalle, Stadthalle and a conference room located within town library. The town also possess a big park with a concert bowl, where outdoor concerts take place. Murrhardt makes it possible to actively spend leisure time and practice sports (forest health path, bike paths, swimming pool, tourist paths and gyms).