Rathaus (City Hall), Nuremberg
The City Hall is one of the most important buildings in Nuremberg. Construction of this imposing building began in 1332. The oldest part of the complex is the great ceremonial hall, a stunning example of Gothic architecture. When it was completed in 1340, the ceremonial hall was the largest in the area.
The city hall was expanded in the early 17th century. Architect Jakob Wolff designed a palazzo-like building that is reminiscent of the Italian Renaissance. The facade features three Baroque portals, and the central portal contains the city's two coats of arms and the imperial eagle.
In 1649, the city celebrated the end of the Thirty Year's War with a massive Peace Banquet in the city hall.
Replicas of medieval imperial regalia are on display on the first floor. In the cellar, visitors will find medieval dungeons.
Bombs destroyed city Hall during WWII. However, it was painstakingly reconstructed and reopened in 1962.
The city hall was expanded in the early 17th century. Architect Jakob Wolff designed a palazzo-like building that is reminiscent of the Italian Renaissance. The facade features three Baroque portals, and the central portal contains the city's two coats of arms and the imperial eagle.
In 1649, the city celebrated the end of the Thirty Year's War with a massive Peace Banquet in the city hall.
Replicas of medieval imperial regalia are on display on the first floor. In the cellar, visitors will find medieval dungeons.
Bombs destroyed city Hall during WWII. However, it was painstakingly reconstructed and reopened in 1962.
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Sight Name: Rathaus (City Hall)
Sight Location: Nuremberg, Germany (See walking tours in Nuremberg)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Nuremberg, Germany (See walking tours in Nuremberg)
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