Discover Nuremberg by Hire Car
Nuremberg is the second largest city in Bavaria after Munich. The city on the Pegnitz is the economic and cultural center of Middle Franconia.
Despite numerous destructions during World War 2, Nuremberg has a historic old town appearance.
Sights in Nuremberg
The most striking building is the massive castle above the city centre. Also worth seeing are the 14th-century Heilig-Geist-Spital, the 17th-century Old Town Hall and the “Schöne Brunnen” (14th century).
Significant museums include the Germanisches Nationalmuseum and the Albrecht Dürer House. Evidence of the Nazi past is on display at the Nazi Party Rally Grounds.
Recreational opportunities in Nuremberg
World famous is the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, which opens annually on the Friday before the 1st Advent. Culinary specialties are the famous Nuremberg gingerbread and Nuremberg sausages. Football fans are familiar with the 1st FC Nuremberg.
Motorsport fans know the Norisring as the venue for numerous racing events. Opera lovers visit the Nuremberg State Theatre.
As a trade fair city, Nuremberg hosts numerous important trade fairs and congresses, including the International Toy Fair.
Large parks in the city area such as the Dutzendteich, the Wöhrder Wiese or the Volkspark Marienberg offer recreational opportunities for residents and guests.
Because of its convenient location, Nuremberg is an ideal starting point for exploring Franconia by hire car. In just a few minutes you can reach the A3, A6, A9 or A73 motorways from the city centre. There is also an ICE train station here and an international airport close to the city.