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City Guide for the German city Nuremberg
The Franconian city of Nuremberg is located in northern Bavaria on the Pegnitz River. With a population of over 500,000, Nuremberg is best-known for its medieval architecture, the Christmas Market, and bratwurst and beer. If you are planning to be in Nuremberg for business, this guide to the city will provide you with information about what to do and see in your free time.
Hotels
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Le Méridien Grand Hotel Nuremberg
This contemporary style hotel has a great location at the entrance to the historic Old Town and is within walking distance of all of the major historical sights. It has a bar and its restaurant serves regional and international dishes. As an added bonus, the entry fee into the “Neues Museum” is included.
- location_on Bahnhofstrasse 1-3, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- phone +49 911 23220
- link www.marriott.com/le-meridien-grand-hotel-nuremberg
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Hotel Victoria
This charming hotel is small, privately owned, and offers a personal touch. It is located in a historical building that is under monumental protection in the middle of Old Town and is within walking distance to the sights of the city. The sophisticated atmosphere, modern interiors, and buffet breakfast make this a great place to stay.
- location_on Königstrasse 80, 90402 Nürnberg, Germany
- phone +49 911 24050
- link www.hotelvictoria.de
Bars
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Gelbe Haus Cocktailbar
This popular bar is a Nuremberg institution. Here you will find a diverse clientele enjoying excellent cocktails in a well-decorated setting. Located in a building built in 1900, this colonial style establishment offers great service and makes delicious specialty drinks.
- location_on Troststr. 10, 90429 Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany
- phone +49 911 288106
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Die Rote Bar
For a cozy and casual atmosphere in Old Town at the Pegnitz river, try this trendy bar where you will enjoy beer, wine, and other drinks. The interior design is contemporary featuring colorful artwork. Be sure to try the home-made Limes drink made from vodka and fruit puree.
- location_on Peter-Vischer-Strasse 3
- phone +49 911 9928 956
- link www.dierotebar.net
Restaurants
Bratwursthäusle
This is the place to go for traditional German food, like authentic Nuremberg sausage, sauerkraut, potato salad, and pretzels. Located in the heart of Old Town, this quaint restaurant offers great views of the city. For dessert, be sure to try some apple strudel with vanilla sauce and cream.
- location_on Rathausplatz 1 90403 Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany
- phone +49 911 227695
- link die-nuernberger-bratwurst.de
Albrecht Dürer Stube
Be sure to get to this beautifully decorated restaurant early or make a reservation, because it is always packed with locals and tourists. Centrally located near the castle and the Albrecht Dürer House, it serves traditional Franconian cuisine and excellent beer. For an authentic dish, try the crispy pork shoulder, and save some room for the apple fritter dessert.
- location_on 90403 Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany
- phone +49 911 227209
- local_offer Albrecht-Dürer-Str. 6, Ecke Agnesgasse
Cultural opportunities
If you have time to spare, there are many things to see in this historic city. Some of the highlights are the medieval Imperial Castle, the Schöner Brunnen or beautiful fountain, the city walls, and the Albrecht Dürer House, a museum dedicated to the life and work of this great artist.
If you are there during the holiday season, check out the Christmas Market, an outdoor holiday market where will find gingerbread cookies and handcrafted toys for sale. A tour of the historic rock cut beer cellars, where you will learn about the history of beer, is definitely worth the time.
As is well known, the city of Nuremberg was the site of the Nazi Party rallies of the 1930s and the Nuremberg Trials, the war crimes trials that took place after the war. To learn more about this dark side of Nuremberg's history, visit the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds.
Of Germany’s largest cities, Munich is the nearest to Nuremberg. With a population of almost 1.5 million, Munich offers even more in terms of entertainment, dining, and nightlife opportunities and is famous for its annual Oktoberfest celebration.