- Nuremberg Castle dominates the city skyline—the view from the Sinwell Tower is worth the climb.
- The Christmas Market (Christkindlesmarkt) is the most famous in Germany (Dec only).
- Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds is a sobering history lesson in the unfinished Congress Hall.
- Albrecht Durer's House is where the famous artist lived and worked.
- Eat 'Drei im Weggla' (three sausages in a bun)—the local street food staple.
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When to go: December or Summer
December is magical for the market, but crowded. Summer is warm and great for beer gardens.
Spring and Autumn are milder and quieter.
- Best: Dec (Xmas).
- Summer: Beer gardens.
- History: All year.
Getting there: U-Bahn
Nuremberg Airport (NUE) is super close. The U2 subway takes 12 mins to the center.
Trains from Munich take 1 hour (ICE).
- U-Bahn: U2 (12 mins).
- Train: ICE hub.
- Car: A3/A9.
Where to stay: Altstadt
Stay inside the city walls (Altstadt) to be near everything.
Near the Hauptbahnhof is convenient for day trips.
- Altstadt: Historic.
- Station: Practical.
- Castle: Scenic.
What to see: Castle and Courts
Walk up to the Castle. Visit the Nazi Rally Grounds (take tram 4). See the Memorium Nuremberg Trials.
Stroll through the Handwerkerhof (craftsmen's yard).
- Castle: Imperial seat.
- Rally Grounds: History.
- Court 600: Trials.
- Durer House: Art.
Food: Sausages and Gingerbread
Nuremberg Rostbratwurst are small, thin sausages. Eat them as 'Drei im Weggla' (3 in a bun) or on a plate with sauerkraut.
Lebkuchen (gingerbread) is sold year-round (Schmidt is the famous brand).
- Bratwurst: Small & tasty.
- Lebkuchen: Gingerbread.
- Pretzel: Brezen.
- Beer: Rotbier (Red beer).
Getting around: U-Bahn and Walk
The U-Bahn is driverless (cool!). The center is pedestrianized.
Trams go to the Rally Grounds.
- U-Bahn: Driverless.
- Walk: Old Town.
- Tram: To outer sights.
Budget: Moderate
Cheaper than Munich. Food is reasonable.
The Nuremberg Card gives free entry to museums and transport for 48h.
- Card: Good value.
- Food: Affordable.
- Hotels: Fair.
1 Day in Nuremberg
Morning: Walk the Old Town walls. Visit the Castle. Albrecht Durer House.
Lunch: Sausages at Bratwursthausle.
Afternoon: Nazi Party Rally Grounds (Tram 4). Documentation Center.
Evening: Dinner and Red Beer in the Altstadt.
- Morning: Medieval.
- Lunch: Wurst.
- Afternoon: WWII History.
- Evening: Relax.
FAQ
Is it safe?
Yes, very safe.
Can I visit the courtroom?
Yes, Courtroom 600 (where the trials happened) is open unless court is in session.
Is the gingerbread only for Christmas?
No, you can buy it all year, but it tastes best in winter.