A walled medieval town crowned by the Imperial Castle, home to the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt; tiny sausages and Lebkuchen are local specialities.
Christkindlesmarkt The world-famous Christmas market, opened each year by the golden-robed “Christkind”.
Imperial Castle The medieval imperial castle above the old town, with views over its red rooftops.
Schöner Brunnen A Gothic fountain on the main square. Local lore says turning its brass ring brings good luck.
Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds A documentation centre inside the unfinished Congress Hall of the former Nazi rally grounds.
Where to stay in Nuremberg
Old Town
Walk to the market square and the castle.
Is a transit pass worth it?
Based on a typical (median) single fare of €3.90. Actual fares vary by line and distance, so treat this as a guide.
Day ticket solo €10.60 → worth it from 3 rides a day
What to eat in Nuremberg
Nürnberger Rostbratwurst — Finger-sized grilled Nuremberg sausages with sauerkraut
Lebkuchen — Nuremberg’s spiced honey gingerbread
Schäufele — Roast pork shoulder with crackling skin
Nuremberg tips and things to watch out for
Best time to visit Nuremberg
The Christkindlesmarkt runs from the Friday before Advent to around 24 December; spring and autumn suit old-town walks. Weather varies from year to year; check the forecast before you go.
Nuremberg travel tips
“Drei im Weggla”, three small Nuremberg sausages in a roll, is the classic street snack.
Lebkuchen, spiced gingerbread, is the city’s speciality and a popular gift.
Good to know in Germany
Cards are spreading, but small eateries and bakeries can be cash-only. source
Return bottles and cans to supermarket machines to get the deposit (Pfand). source
No gates, but tickets are checked; unvalidated tickets are fined. source
General advice for the whole country. Check official government travel advice for entry rules and safety before you go.
Restaurant prices for Nuremberg are still being collected, so food and transport use official prices from other cities in Germany (prices within one country do not differ much).
Nuremberg attraction & theme park tickets
Official sellers’ prices for one adult admission. Select attractions in the calculator to add them to your budget.