Imperial Castle of Nuremberg

Discover why Nuremberg was never conquered on this city walking tour with a local guide. Explore its defensive city walls along with the underground corridors at the Imperial Castle. As you walk along Nuremberg's city walls, see the narrow tunnels and high-vaulted chambers dug into the castle rocks. These tunnels and chambers were designed to make Nuremberg the most protected city in the empire. Admire the modern bastions built in the sixteenth century that can also withstand cannon fire. Stroll along a labyrinth of underground corridors designed to enable defenders to shoot at enemies from all sides as they tried to cross the moat. Learn about how the medieval weapons hidden inside the city walls worked and how the city's knights and defenders worked together to keep Nuremberg safe and protected.

Discover the rescue operation that saved artworks like works of Albrecht Dürer on this guided tour of the Historischer Kunstbunker in Nuremberg's Old Town. Find out which artworks survived the WWII bombings that destroyed 90 percent of the medieval Old Town. Meet your guide at the entrance to the Historischer Kunstbunker and begin your tour of the museum. Gain insight into how the Nazis used this space to preserve pricesless of works like the Altarpiece of Veit Stoss, the automaton clock from the Frauenkirche, and the Codex Manesse. Uncover how this cellar was used to store beer in medieval times. Hear about how Nuremberg was reduced to rubble in WWII and then rebuilt after the war.

Enjoy a day of city-sightseeing in Nuremberg in the comfort of a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus. See the city’s most famous monuments and buildings from great vantage points and learn about the city’s rich history. Sit back and relax and enjoy the 2-hour circuit as your guide entertains you with fascinating information about the popular attractions and the 1,000-year history of Frankonia's metropole. Benefit from the flexibility to hop-on or hop-off anytime at any of the 6 stops along the tour route. You will see that, besides gingerbread and fried sausages, Nuremberg has so much more to offer.

Best of Nuremberg in forty minutes. This tour is especially for visitors of Nuremberg, who want to explore the most important sightseeings of the historic old city centre in as a short time as possible. We offer you a low budget and time-saving option in the form of a small city tour, which will take one hour. Discover the city centre comfortably from the top of our double-decker busses. The tour starts at the main market near the beautiful fountain. We drive through the historic districs St. Sebald and St. Lorenz, to the St. Elisabeth church, along the street of human rights and german national museum. The highlight of the tour is the nuremberg castle, the landmark of the city. So step aboard and go on tour with us through the fascinating medieval city centre.

Explore Nuremburg, one of the largest German cities during the Middle Ages at the heart of the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation. Learn more about the famous personality of the city: Dürer was born in Nuremberg, created his work here, and was buried here. Hans Sachs also created his works in Nuremberg and Martin Behaim made the first globe here. Even the first railway line in Germany went from Nuremberg to Fürth. In addition, the first pencils were invented here. Experience an informative tour through the romantic old town of Nuremberg with a knowledgeable guide and discover the main attractions of the city, such as Albrecht Dürer's House, Nuremberg Castle, Tiergärtnertorplatz, and the Hauptmarkt with the beautiful fountain and the Frauenkirche.

This english tour is a must for every visitor to the Christkindlesmarkt! Not only will you get all the background information about the world-famous market on my guided tour, there are also free gingerbread classics to try. Of course, as I'm a local and lived my whole life here I'll show you where to get the best ones. The evening lighting of the city creates a dreamlike atmosphere, perfect for stunning photos (see below). You'll also learn more about the city's fascinating history as we visit iconic landmarks such as the Hangman's House, the castle and the Albrecht Dürer House. At each stop, I will share exciting anecdotes and background information with you. On the tour you will also get tips for good restaurants and other sights in and around Nuremberg. This tour starts and ends at the Christkindlesmarkt. *** This tour is paid with tips at the end of the tour*** Look for the guide with the white umbrella with the green logo "Free Walking Tours", which is illuminated. . The guide will have an orange backback. Just walk around the fountain and you will find Tom. During the christmas market the "beautiful fountain" (meeting point) is partially built in and crowded so plan a little more time to find us.

Explore Nuremberg on a guided walk with a visit to a brewery. Discover the most beautiful sights in the city on foot including Albrecht Dürer's House and the Imperial Castle. Stroll past the main market square, where the annual Nuremberg Christmas Market is held, attracting up to 2 million visitors each time. Visit a microbrewery and taste delicious beers. Franken is known for its good beer and an unknown author once fittingly said: “Beer is among the most useful drinks, the tastiest foods, and the most pleasant drugs”. True to this motto, you can taste red beer, cool pale beer, or the house drink.

This tour is only available in German. Get to know the historical sights around the Kaiserburg in a relaxed way. Start the self-guided tour whenever you like and spend a varied and enjoyable time in this beautiful part of Nuremberg. The tour begins at the Hexenhäusle, a charming gatekeeper's cottage that marks the origins of the city of Nuremberg. From there, you walk up to the Kaiserburg, the city's landmark. Here you can admire the impressive architecture and learn more about the history of the castle. The next stop is the Sinwell Tower, the highest point in the city. From here you have a breathtaking view of Nuremberg and the surrounding area. The tour continues to the Albrecht Dürer House, where you can learn more about the life and work of the famous artist. The tour also takes you through the Altstadtbrauerei brewery, where you can gain an insight into beer production. Along the way, small cafés invite you to take a break and sample local specialities. At the tour stops, there are entertaining tasks to solve and fun questions to answer. Who knows, for example, what ... but no, we won't tell you yet! Plan a leisurely 1,5 hours for this 2 km walk so that you can take your time to look at everything and have time for small breaks here and there. The tour ends near the starting point. After the tour, you can visit the Kaiserburg from the inside or climb the Sinwell Tower and enjoy the view of Nuremberg and the surrounding area. Please note the opening hours and admission prices. The tour is a great way to get outside and discover new things with family, friends or on your own. It's like being shown Nuremberg by a good friend who knows the city like the back of his hand and has many exciting stories and anecdotes to tell. You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa. Enjoy your time in Nuremberg! *** Good to know *** You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.

Explore Nuremberg at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Simply download the mp3 audio-guide and use the accompanying map to work out the best route for your journey. Discover the house of Albrecht Durer, one of the greatest painters and engravers Germany has ever produced, as well as stunning churches and fascinating museums. Visit sites such as Fleisch Bridge, The Church of Our Lady, The Altes Rathaus, and The Nuremberg Toy Museum. Learn more about the historic town hall featuring monumental painted frescoes, centuries-old architecture. Finish with a visit to Nuremberg’s crowning glory, towering above the city, the colossal Nuremberg Castle. Your tour. Your way.

Discovering Nuremberg with a certified tour guide Nuremberg was once an imperial residence, a powerful free imperial city and an international trading centre. The prosperous city provided the ideal basis for an active cultural and intellectual life and the arts. Even today, numerous buildings, monuments and artworks still reflect its former importance. The 1,5 hours walking tour through the Old Town offers information and insights on the churches, the castle, the fountains as well as the city itself, past and present. The tour is guided by an certified tour guide of the Bundesverband der Gästeführer in Deutschland e.V. (BVGD).