Nuremberg - Old town Historic Walking tour

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Explore several sights of medieval architecture such as fortifications & stone towers in the Old town. Also, visit one of the main markets which also happens to be one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany and one of the most famous in the world. Stroll through the main square and see the church tower which is the second tallest brick tower in the world. Also, have a chance to see a half-timbered house where Germany’s most famous artist lived.

What's Included

Official tour guide
Private Guided Tour
Albrecht Dürer's House

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
St. Lorenz

At the entrance of the St. Lawrence Church, your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    St. Lawrence Church

    Start your tour with a visit to the St. Lorenz, a medieval church which was badly damaged during the second world war which was later restored. On its west facade, you will see rich art-works.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Next, you'll see the virtues of faith, hope, charity, courage, temperance, and patience which are represented in figures. The Fountain represents six virtues crowned by the figure of Justice.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    As we continue, you will walk on the Fleisch Bridge, constructed in late Renaissance style. The bridge crosses the river Pegnitz in the center of the old town, linking the districts St. Sebald and St. Lorenz along the axis of the main market.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Nuremberg Christmas Market

    Your next stop will be one of the largest Christmas markets in Germany and one of the most famous in the world. You will also walk through the Hauptmarkt market, also known as the main market which is located in the central square in the old town.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Get to see the church tower which is 115.6 meters (379 ft) in height. It remains as the tallest structure in the city and the second tallest brickwork tower in the world.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Albrecht-durer-haus

    Finally, you will visit Albrecht Dürer's House, which was built around 1420. Here, you will see a half timbered house where Germany’s most famous artist is said to have lived and worked for 20 years.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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