Imperial Castle
Fortified complex above the old town
The view and museum anchor the city's medieval story.
Nuremberg, Germany
Ideal: 2–3 daysBest: May–OctPrice: Moderate
In 60 seconds
Nuremberg in 60 seconds
Nuremberg asks for two distinct visits. The castle, churches and lanes explain its medieval imperial role; the Documentation Center and former Nazi rally grounds require a careful look at the city's twentieth century. Treat neither history as a decorative backdrop for the other. Food and craft traditions survive in the old town, while the famous Christmas market is seasonal and very crowded. A second day gives the modern history its due.
Best for
- History
- Museums
- Franconia
Known for
- Imperial Castle
- Documentation Center
- Germanisches Nationalmuseum
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You only want a picturesque old town with no engagement with its modern history.
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Must experience
The things that would make the trip incomplete without them.
Documentation Center
Exhibition at the former Nazi rally grounds
Reserve serious time for the evidence and interpretation.
Germanisches Nationalmuseum
Major collection of German cultural history
A substantial museum that merits a focused visit.
Beyond the obvious
Hidden gems
Less obvious, rarely queued for, and usually the part people remember.
Weißgerbergasse
Street of historic timber-framed houses
Go early, then explore the less-photographed surrounding lanes.
Handwerkerhof
Small craft court by the city walls
A brief stop for working crafts rather than a substitute for the city.