Timeline
15:43
Stop for a slow coffee and a bagel at Amir der Kaffemann. The expert roasts his own blends, and the small space is perfect for settling in before the rush. It is open until 18:00 on weekdays, so you have time to linger.
16:13
Walk to the Kunstmuseum Erlangen. The entrance is in front of the northern entrance of the Erlangen arcaden, at the intersection of Nürnberger Straße and Henkestraße. The museum is free and open until 18:00. Spend thirty minutes wandering the astonishing exhibitions of modern regional art while the light is still good outside.
16:43
Burgberg garden, including the Heinrich Kirchner sculpture park
Head up to the Burgberg garden, including the Heinrich Kirchner sculpture park. It is a twenty-six minute walk NNE from the museum. Climb through the old trees and villas to the viewpoint at the upper end. This is the best view over the city. Watch the sun set toward the WSW, casting the final golden light over Erlangen.
17:28
End the evening with a meal at Samui Asia Lounge. It is a five minute walk back toward the center. One of the best Thai offerings in Erlangen, it is open until 23:30. Choose to eat in the restaurant or take away if you prefer to finish the night elsewhere.
Local tip
The Burgberg garden viewpoint offers the best view over the city, especially during the golden hour before sunset. The walk from the museum is steady but short.
Check before you go
- Amir der Kaffemann is open Tu-Fr 10:00-18:00.
- Kunstmuseum Erlangen is open Tu-Fr 11:00-18:00.
- Samui Asia Lounge is open Mo-Sa 11:30-23:30.
Worth knowing
- Amir der Kaffemann is open at 15:43 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
- Samui Asia Lounge is open at 17:28 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Erlangen (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).