Franconian Switzerland Travel Guide
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Nuremberg Old Town
Historical sites, museums and shopping highlight some notable features of Nuremberg Old Town. Make a stop by Main Market Square or Frauenkirche while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or White Tower U-Bahn to get around town.
Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz
If you're spending time in Altstadt - Sankt Lorenz, check out sights like City Point Nuremberg or German National Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at White Tower U-Bahn or Lawrence Church U-Bahn.
Mitte
Noted for its historical sites and museums, there's plenty to explore in Mitte. Top attractions like Old City Hall and Nuremberg Christmas Market are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Lawrence Church U-Bahn or Woehrder Wiese U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt - Sankt Sebald
While you're in Altstadt - Sankt Sebald, take in top sights like Frauenkirche and jump on the metro at Rathenauplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Marienvorstadt
Travellers enjoy Marienvorstadt for its historical sites, and if you want to see some more of the area, you can jump on the metro at Nuremburg Dürrenhof S-Bahn.
Dutzendteich
While you're in Dutzendteich, take in top sights like Nuremberg Arena and jump on the metro at Messe U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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Popular places to visit
Klein Venedig
You can find out about the history of Old Town Bamberg with a stop at Klein Venedig. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.
Nuremberg Christmas Market
During your visit to Nuremberg, you can do some window-shopping at Nuremberg Christmas Market. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Nuremberg Castle
Explore within the sturdy walls of this ancient fortified palace and learn about the hilltop castle that has defined the Nuremberg cityscape for nearly 1,000 years.
Main Market Square
Discover the heart of Nuremberg when you visit the city’s historic central square, which is used regularly as a marketplace to this day.
Nuremberg Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Nuremberg Zoo during your trip to Nuremberg? Experience the area's festivals and museums.
Bamberg Cathedral
Bamberg Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Old Town Bamberg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.
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