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Nuremberg Medieval Old Town Walking Tour

4.5(110 reviews)Nuremberg, GermanyRef. viator-5992WALK
2hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Join a 2-hour walking tour of Nuremberg’s medieval walled Old Town, conducted in English. This tour is designed for those interested in history and culture, suitable for individuals and small groups. Participants will visit significant sites such as St Lawrence Church, Albrecht Dürer Platz, the Imperial Castle courtyards, Old Town Hall, Beautiful Fountain, and the Nuremberg Hauptmarkt. The tour includes insights into the historical importance of Nuremberg, which has connections to the Holy Roman Empire, the German Renaissance, and the Third Reich. After the tour, recommendations for local food and activities will be provided, including where to try Nuremberg sausages and amber lager (Rotbier). Note that the walking tour may involve navigating cobblestone streets.

Itinerary

1

Nuremberg Central Station

Meet your guide in front of the large center entrance of the Nuremberg train station (Hauptbahnhof).

2

The City Walls of Nuremberg

Admire some of the best preserved medieval fortifications in Europe.

3

Handwerkerhof

A beautifully reconstructed craftsman's market with shops and restaurants.

4

Mauthalle

Medieval granary and customs house, now home to one of the city's breweries.

5

Hauptmarkt

The center of the city since the 1300's.

6

Der Schoene Brunnen

The "Beautiful Fountain" includes a golden Gothic tower and the famous wishing ring of Nuremberg.

7

Kaiserburg Nurnberg

The Imperial Castle dating back to at least to the year 1050.

8

St. Sebaldus Church

The oldest church in the city, Saint Sebald is the patron saint of the Nuremberg.

9

Albrecht-durer-haus

Original home of famous renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer, now a museum.

What's included / not included

Local guide
Gratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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