Nuremberg – Germany

It is one of the largest and most authentic Christmas markets in Germany. Each year it ranks one of the most favourite Christmas Markets in Europe.

It was first mentioned in 1434 when the market was held to provide the people of Dresden with the meat for the Christmas meal.  Since then, it has become a huge event with over 200 stalls, and it attracts 3 million visitors a year from all over the world. Christmas tales also come to life in the city’s theatres and museums host special exhibitions and boats adorned with lights glide along the Elbe.

 

Opening dates: 26th November to 24th December 2021.

Where to stay…….

NH Nuremberg – 4*

The NH Collection Nürnberg City is situated right in the heart of the city, only a 5-minute walk from the picturesque old town and its main attractions. The city s main train station is within a few steps away and shops….

 

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Hampton Hilton – 3*

Hampton by Hilton Nuremberg City Centre is conveniently located close to a host of tourist attractions, museums, restaurants and bars. Whether you’re in Nuremberg for the city’s famous historical …… 

 

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Novina Hotel  – 4*

Centrally located close to the beautiful Wöhrderwiese Park and Lake Wöhrdersee, yet within walking distance from the picturesque old town. Steps away from Nuremburg Dürrenhof S-Bahn and just 10 minutes…..

 

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5 Top places to visit

Hauptmarkt – explore the city’s Hauptmarkt, or “Main Market”, for centuries the scene of a daily market and a tradition that continues to this day. The Hauptmarkt is the traditional city centre and is home to the aptly named 14th-century “Beautiful Fountain.” With its ornate decorations and figures it makes for a picture-perfect spot for a photo or two, and be sure to touch the fountain’s famous gold ring for some good luck. Nuremberg Castle – dominating the skyline of the north western section of the Old Town (Altstadt) is this cluster of historic structures and together complete the Imperial Castle of Nuremberg. This impressive 351-metre-tall fortification is considered to be one of the most important surviving medieval fortresses in all of Europe and was the residence of all legitimate German kings and emperors from 1050 to 1571. Frauenkirche – the Church of Our Lady, this Roman Catholic Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) dates back to 1352 and is a must-see Gothic landmark. You won’t easily miss it as the building’s stunning facade is rich with detail and the beautiful old clock,  installed in 1506 with mechanical figures representing the seven Electors pacing round Emperor Charles IV, performs every day noon.Albrecht Dürer’s House – just a stone’s throw from Nuremberg Castle is the 15th-century Albrecht Dürer’s House (Albrecht-Dürer-Haus). Home of the famous German Renaissance artist from 1509 until his death in 1528. The five-story house dates back to 1420 and now serves as a museum, founded in 1871 and dedicated to Dürer’s life and work. The Toy Museum – Nuremberg’s excellent Toy Museum (Spielzeugmuseum), widely regarded as the leading museum of its kind in the world, is a fun attraction for children of all ages including adults. It’s located in a historic old home dating from 1517 and highlights of a visit include fascinating details of the cultural significance of the many unique toys on display from different countries and periods.