Walking tour Nuremberg
Description
Hello and welcome to Nuremberg. As a Nuremberg native, I would be happy to present you my hometown. The focus will be on Nuremberg's "Golden Age" of the late Middle Ages with its craftsmen, traders and patricians. We visit, among other things, the main market, Kaiserburg and Tiergärtnertorplatz as well as Nuremberg's most beautiful half-timbered street. Of course, we also learn about Germany's greatest artist, Albrecht Dürer, and other personalities who shaped Franconia's capital. Unfortunately, a direct path from Nuremberg's "Golden age" leads to its romantic transfiguration and to the misuse of the city's reputation for the National Socialist "Party Rallies" and ultimately to complete destruction in the WWII. But this shouldn't be the end. The reconstruction of Nuremberg gave the city back its identity. It would be a pleasure to guide you through Nurembergs history and culture. Of course, you will receive all the information you need about your stay, including recommendations on restaurants and other sights. See you in Nuremberg.
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The history of our meeting place dates back to the late 14th century and is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. It is also the site of Nuremberg's most famous legend.
Nuremberg's most important church is a Romanesque-Gothic masterpiece. Learn more about the history of religion, the Reformation and Nuremberg's best-known musicians.
The Hauptmarkt is the central square in the old town of Nuremberg. Here you will find sights such as the “Beautiful Fountain”, the “Frauenkirche” and, as the crowning glory, the “Männleinslaufen”.
Nuremberg Castle is the landmark of the city of Nuremberg. It is a "triple castle" and consists of the Imperial Castle, the Burggrafenburg and the imperial city buildings.
The Albrecht Dürer House is a medieval house that was built around 1420 and got its current appearance through the modernization that Bernhard Walther had carried out after 1500. From 1509 it served as Albrecht Dürer's home and work until his death in 1528. Find out everything you need to know about Nuremberg's most important son.
A 14th-century defensive tower tower towers over Nuremberg's most beautiful square.
Nuremberg's most beautiful craftsmen's street is a must on any tour of medieval Nuremberg. Learn more about the destruction and reconstruction of the old town during World War II.
On our free walking tour you will experience Nuremberg's old town with enthusiastic locals. In 2.5 hours we offer you an entertaining mix of history, legends, interesting facts and useful recommendations for the rest of your stay. We visit sights such as the main market, the imperial castle, the churches of St. Sebald and St. Lorenz but also hidden corners such as the castle gardens or the executioner's house.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(221)
Our guide was Aleksandra, with a small group on a hot day. We met in the Hauptmarkt which is where the Christmas Markets takes place. There we looked at the Frauenkirche and the Schöner fountain as well as seeing a wedding. We were told about the origins and development of Nuremberg from the Middle Ages before walking up being told about the rebuilding of the town after the war. Later we were told about the local cuisine, Franconian foods and beers before making our way up to the castle and gardens. There was a discussion about the significance of Nuremberg with the Rallies, Nuremberg Laws and then post war trials. Finally we walked past the Dürer house down a beautiful old street before the tour finished. The timing was perfect and the information was just right.
Great overview of the city. Having a local guide really enhanced the experience. We had a nice overview of both history and current life in Nuremberg.
Our guide Hermann was very dedicated and explained a lot about Nuremberg - the Middle Ages, etc.
Hermann was a great tour guide. He had a lot of knowledge and conducted the tour well, especially for such a hot day.
The tour guide was very friendly and likable. The information was super interesting, informative, and enriching for us.
Alexandra was a great tour guide - kept us in the shade while sharing the local history and answering our questions
Very friendly and amusing guide who introduced us to Nuremberg. Highly recommended. Anytime again. A bit more background information would have been nice :)
Bernie gave a us a wonderful 2 hour walking tour of Nürnberg. He shared interesting information about each place as we walked around. Thoroughly recommend his tour. We learnt so much and enjoyed ourselves.
Great experience! Andreas was friendly and showed great knowledge about Nuremberg history!
We enjoyed the walking tour of Nuremberg. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable of the areas he showed us.
