Historic places in Nuremberg

Historic places in Nuremberg

1. See

   Burgrave’s Castle

   Burggrafenburg

   The central and oldest part. It was the permanent seat of the Burgraves (House of Hohenzollern) until it was destroyed in 1420. Today, you can see the Pentagonal Tower and the Walburgis Chapel. Their other residence, Cadolzburg (25 km west), is part of the combi-ticket.

2. Do

   Cinecitta

   The biggest multiplex cinema in Germany. 18 movie theaters, one IMAX theater, one "motion action drive" cinema, three restaurants, twelve bars and five outside terraces with view on the historic town.

3. See

   Deutsches Spielearchiv Nürnberg

   German Board Game Archive

   A museum dedicated to preserving the history of board games with many original games, some of which can be played by visitors. If you intend to write academically about board games, this is a place with countless resources at your disposal and should certainly be among your first stops for research.

4. See

   Fembohaus Citymuseum

   A merchant's house built about 1600, in late Renaissance style. Exhibition about the history of the city.

   Tue-Fri 10:00-17:00, Sat Sun 10:00-18:00, during Christkindlesmarkt also Mon: 10:00-17:00·Adults €7.50, children: €2.50

5. See

   Germanisches Nationalmuseum

   One of the largest museum of art and crafts in the German-speaking countries, with a collection ranging from pre-historic artefacts to 20th century art. Allow at least half a day.

   Tue Thu-Sun 10:00-18:00, Wed 10:00-20:30, Mon closed·€10, concessions €6

6. See

   Historic tram depot (Historisches-Straßenbahndepot)

   Trams since they began here in 1881. Several are in working order and when the museum is open, they make a leisurely grinding circuit of the city's public tramways.

   Every first full weekend of the month, Sat Sun 10:00-17:00·Adults €4

7. Eat

   Historische Bratwurstküche - Zum Guldenen Stern

   Restaurant in an old timber-framed house specializing in roasted sausages. Oldest sausage restaurant in the world, since 1419. Located in a small pedestrian zone in the Lorenz district, near Jacobsplatz, walkable distance (ca. 10 minutes) from the central station

   €7.50 for six sausages, €11.50 for ten (Apr 2017)

8. See

   Imperial Castle

   Kaiserburg

   The western and most prestigious part, grouped around the inner courtyard. It was the temporary residence of the Holy Roman Emperors. The ticket includes the Palas (residential building), the double chapel, and the Imperial Castle Museum in the Bower. The Sinwell Tower offers a panorama of the city, while the "Deep Well" (Tiefer Brunnen) can be visited via a short guided demonstration.

9. See

   Memorium Nuremberg Trials and Courtroom 600

   After World War II, this site was chosen for trials of the Nazi high command, partly for Nuremberg's symbolic role in Nazism, but chiefly because the Palace of Justice was undamaged and contained a prison block. Charges were brought both against individuals, and against entire organisations such as the SS and Gestapo. The permanent exhibition tells the story of this and subsequent trials, eg of collaborating doctors and judges, and of officers of the individual concentration camps. It shows how these trials established many present day principles of international law and morality, eg the legal concept of genocide, and the Helsinki Principles on medical experimentation. Courtroom 600, where the trials were held, is still used today for serious crimes, so it can only be visited if no trial is in progress.

   Wed-Mon 10:00-18:00·€6, concessions €1.50 (incl. audio guide)

10. See

    Museum Tucherschloss and Hirsvogelsaal

    The Tuchers and the Hirsvogels were wealthy trading families. This castle built between 1533 and 1544 shows their life in that era, with several original features.

    Mon 10:00-15:00, Thu 13:00-17:00, Sun 10:00-17:00·Adults €7.50, concessions €2.50, with Nuremberg pass €2.00

11. See

    Nassauer Haus

    Often cited as the oldest residential building in the city, its Romanesque cellars date back to the 12th century, while the upper structure is a prime example of late Gothic architecture. This distinctive medieval tower-house is famous for its ornate oriel window and coats of arms. The building is privately owned and can only be viewed from the outside.

12. See

    Natural History Museum

    Naturhistorisches Museum

    The ground floor is the ethnology collection: masks from the South Seas, Costa Rican culture, a Berber tent from Morocco, and strange garb of the Nivchi, a Siberian people. The upper floor covers geology, prehistory and archaeology.

    Tue-Thu Sun 10:00-17:00, Fri 10:00-20:00, Sat 13:00-17:00, Mon closed·Adult €6, children 6-17 €3

13. See

    Neunhof Manor, (Schloss Neunhof)

    Nuremberg's patricians had numerous manor houses in the surrounding villages. This is a good example, built in the 16th century. Adjoining is a small baroque garden. The castle is closed for renovation in 2017.

    closed for restoration

14. See

    Nuremberg Castle

    Nürnberger Burg

    The Nuremberg Castle is the rambling fortification that dominates the old town. While it appears to be one massive fortress, it historically consists of three distinct parts that often stood in conflict with one another.

    Daily Apr-Sep 09:00-18:00, Oct-Mar 10:00-16:00·Castle €10, concessions €9, under-18s free; combi with Cadolzburg Castle €16 (conc €14)

15. See

    Verkehrsmuseum

    Transportation Museum

    This museum contains two collections: the DB Museum (DB National Railway Museum) and the Museum for Communication. The railway museum explores the history of railways in Germany from 1835 - when the first railway connecting Nuremberg and Fürth opened - to today. There's a large collection of locomotives and rolling stock, extending outside, and it's a good place for families with children. The museum includes full scale replicas or originals from all eras of German rail travel, including a replica of the first ever locomotive running over German rails and a mock-up of the ICE. There's thoughtful coverage of the railways' role in German society, including their role in warfare and in the mass deportation to death of oppressed civilians. Labelling is only in German but there are free audioguides in English and other languages. The Museum for Communication is small by comparison, yet attempts to address the entire theme of communications. Some interesting items but the overall effect is superficial, with important concepts mentioned but not explored.

    Tue-Fri 09:00-17:00 Sat Sun and holidays 10:00-18:00·Combined ticket €5, concessions €4

16. See

    Way of Human Rights

    Straße der Menschenrechte

    A monumental outdoor sculpture, opened on 24 October 1993. It is sited on the street between the new and old buildings of the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, connecting Kornmarkt street and the medieval city wall.

17. Do Not mapped

    Medieval Dungeons

    Medieval prison and torture museum under the city hall. Accessible only by guided tour. Not suitable for children under 10 and those with mobility impairments.

    Guided tour with a media guide (English, Spanish, Italian, German), daily at 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00·Adults €4, concessions €1.50

18. Do Not mapped

    Nurembergs Underworld (Nürnberger Felsengänge)

    The sandstone bedrock of Nuremberg's castle hill is riddled with vaulted cellars and passageways. Mostly carved out in the 14th century, they include beer cellars, casemates, water conduits; in World War II they were used as air raid shelters. By guided tour only, bring stout footwear and extra cardigans, it's cold down there.

    Tours daily every hour or two, but in English only on Sat & Sun at 11:15·Adults €6, under 7s free

19. Eat Not mapped

    Restaurant Heilig-Geist-Spital

    Mainly local cuisine. Historic dining room situated over the river Pegnitz.

    €6.70 for six sausages

Listings from the Wikivoyage guide to Nuremberg (CC BY-SA 4.0).