Täferrot is a village in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, in Ostalbkreis district. Originally named Rot, it was named Afrenrot (after Saint Afra) in 1298 to distinguish it from other towns with the same name. This became corrupted to Täferrot.MayorDaniel Vogt was elected the new mayor in January 2015. He is the successor of Jochen Renner, he was 16 years in office.