Bamberg
A UNESCO World Heritage town built on islands in the Regnitz River, known for its old town hall in the water, the riverside houses of “Little Venice,” and its famous smoked beer.
Bamberg is about 60 km from Nuremberg, and regional trains take 40 to 60 minutes, making it a good day trip. Highlights include the old town hall in the river, Bamberg Cathedral (home to the Bamberg Rider statue), the rose garden at the New Residence overlooking the town, and the colorful riverside houses of Little Venice. You must try a Schlenkerla smoked beer, which has a smoky flavor reminiscent of ham. The old town is open all day, and the cathedral is free to enter.
Opening hours
Open all day (old town)
Nearby sights
- Playmobil FunPark
- Memorium Nuremberg Trials
- Johannisfriedhof
- Albrecht Dürer's House
- Nuremberg Castle
- Historic Rock-Cut Cellars (Felsengänge)
- Weißgerbergasse
- Toy Museum Nuremberg