Old Town in Nuremberg — FAQ

What is there to see in Nuremberg old town?
Nuremberg’s old town has the Hauptmarkt with the Schöner Brunnen fountain and Frauenkirche, half-timbered houses, the Albrecht Dürer House, St Lorenz and St Sebald churches, the Henkersteg bridge and the medieval city walls.
Is Nuremberg old town original?
Nuremberg’s old town was heavily bombed in WWII and carefully reconstructed; the result faithfully recreates its medieval character, with the castle, churches and walls restored as historic landmarks.
Is a Nuremberg walking tour worth it?
Yes — a guided walk brings to life the old town’s medieval squares, churches and the Imperial Castle, the best way to understand Nuremberg’s long and layered history.

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