Nuremberg dates back to the middle ages. During World War Two, the once magnificent city was almost completely razed to the ground by bombs. Many historical buildings, however, were rebuilt in the medieval style. You’ll be amazed at the sight of the renovated Kaiserburg or Frauenkirche. Nuremberg is also the home of the famous Christkindlesmarkt, the world’s most famous Christmas market which dates back to the 16th century.
There are lots of museums in Nuremberg. You should definitely pay a visit to the Germanisches Nationalmuseum with its Way of Human Rights. Albrecht Dürer’s House is located in the old part of town. This is where the city’s most famous artist spent the last few years of his life. Just outside the city are the former Nazi Party rally grounds. The Documentation Centre in the former congress hall houses an extensive exhibition which presents this dark chapter of German history in an interesting and informative way.
Erlangen is around 16 kilometres from Nuremberg and is completely different to the “Capital of Franconia“. Bikes are the most common form of transport in the town’s Baroque streets. Students like to relax on the medieval campus or in the Botanical Garden. If you like the countryside and typical Franconian cosiness, you’ll feel at home in Erlangen.
The Franconians love their sport and you’ll soon find their enthusiasm is catching! Football and the local team 1. FC Nürnberg is particularly popular. Don’t miss the most important match of the season, 1. FC Nürnberg v. FC Bayern München! A real highlight! But the people of Nuremberg are also fans of ice hockey and basketball. If you like to be active yourself, jog or cycle along the Pegnitz river.
