Nuremberg
Nuremberg, the second largest city in Germany, is located on the Pegnitz river, and 105 miles north of Munich. Although the city is pretty typical now amongst similar places, it has a rich history including the trials of Nazi officials after World War II, which is still reflected in the city today. The city also still maintains it’s rich European heritage. You won’t find wild raves here, instead a great trip back in time with some of the best sights and museums in the world. Have some sophisticated fun during your visit to Nuremberg.
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Things to do in Nuremberg
Nuremberg has tons to do, so make sure you plan your time well! The city is separated into the “Old Town” and “New Town”, reflecting the two different parts of the city. Spend a day in Old Town and see all the incredible things there, such as the Castle, a 500 year old mansion that once was a store house. There’s also the city walls, built in the 13th century, to keep the city safe from attacks. Be sure to check out the St. Sebald and St. Lawrence Churches, both built in the 13th century, each with their own little treasures. Nuremberg also sports its own Zoo, known as one of the most beautiful zoos in all of Europe. Entry prices are relatively cheap, and the zoo is home to a new polar bear baby Snowflake, who has garnered a lot of media interest recently. Into really sweet museums? Nuremberg has tons! The best to check out are the German National Museum, Medieval Dungeon tour, Courtroom 600 (where the Nuremberg Trials were held), Albrecht Durer’s House, Documentation Center at the Reich Party Rally Grounds, the Toy Museum, and the Museum of Industrial Culture. Nuremberg is also host to Volksfest, a sort of small Oktoberfest, that happens twice a year and attracts around 1.6 million people each year.
Nightlife in Nuremberg
Nuremberg may not have crazy parties, but it does have the largest concentrations of breweries in the world, with about 300 breweries still in operation. It’s also knwon for its very high-quality wine, due to the climate and soil in the city. Some great bars to check out are the BarfuBer, Blauer Adler, Cubano, and Country Beer Paradise.
Dining in Nuremberg
Bratwurst is the signature food of Germany, which is usually served with sauerkraut or potato salad. To get the Nuremberg experience you have to hit up the Bratwursthausle, on Rathausplatz. Located in the old city, this place specializes in roasted sausages and is reasonably priced. There’s also La Creperie du Chateau, which serves up superb French cuisine, and is known for its amazingly thin crepes. Also try Kettensteg Biergarten and Tucher Brau am Opernhaus, both specializing in local cuisine with nice atmospheres, not to mention great prices.
Shopping in Nuremberg
Nuremberg’s main shopping district is the Lorenzer Alstadt in Old Town. There you can find the City Point Mall, Mercado Mall, and Franken-Center Mall, all within walking distance. Stores like Puma Sport, Crazy Fashion, Mac’s Mystic Store, Underground, and Vampiria can be found there. Sausages and Ginger bread make for great souvenirs and can be found all around the city.
Nuremberg Travel Tips
- The official language in Nuremberg is German.
- Convert your money to Euros beforehand to avoid charges.
- Nuremberg has one of the lowest crime rates anywhere.
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