Wandering 8 Nuremberg Old City Squares, Part 1, Nuremberg, Germany
The city center of Nuremberg, Germany, is known for its post-war rebuilt medieval architecture and historical significance. Within this area, there are several squares, typically known as a "Platz" in German. We're going to start in the main city square and circle our way out to the edges of the Altstadt (Old City). Nuremberg is one of my favorite cities in the world, and I am so lucky to live here and be able to hang out in so many cool places whenever I want.
This is one of the most famous squares in Nuremberg and is located in the heart of the city. It is known for its beautiful fountain, the Schöner Brunnen, and the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady). The Hauptmarkt is also where the annual Christkindlesmarkt (Christmas Market) takes place. There are great food options all over the square, and some kind of market vendors are setup, no matter the season.
A nice open air space with a few cafés where the Children's Christmas Market is arranged during December. The square is filled with locals when it's not Christmas, facing the sunshine while sipping Aperol Spritz on the sidewalks.
This area is just a few steps away from the Hauptmarkt, but you already start to feel less touristed and more local. The beautiful medieval church of St. Sebald is situated here, and it is a great spot to meet up before heading out to one of the delicious restaurants or fun bars nearby. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
This is one of the most famous squares in Nuremberg and is located in the heart of the city. It is known for its beautiful fountain, the Schöner Brunnen, and the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady). The Hauptmarkt is also where the annual Christkindlesmarkt (Christmas Market) takes place. There are great food options all over the square, and some kind of market vendors are setup, no matter the season.
A nice open air space with a few cafés where the Children's Christmas Market is arranged during December. The square is filled with locals when it's not Christmas, facing the sunshine while sipping Aperol Spritz on the sidewalks.
This area is just a few steps away from the Hauptmarkt, but you already start to feel less touristed and more local. The beautiful medieval church of St. Sebald is situated here, and it is a great spot to meet up before heading out to one of the delicious restaurants or fun bars nearby. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Wandering 8 Nuremberg Old City Squares, Part 1
Guide Location: Germany » Nuremberg
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Christy Swagerty
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Germany » Nuremberg
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Christy Swagerty
Read it on Author's Website: http://www.whatupswags.com/2024/10/wandering-8-nuremberg-old-city-squares.html
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Hauptmarkt
- Hans-Sachs-Platz
- Sebalder Platz
- Egidienplatz
- Theresienplatz
- Albrecht-Durer-Platz
- Lorenzer Platz
- Unschlittplatz
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