Things to do in Franconia

You can find out about the history of Old Town Bamberg with a stop at Klein Venedig. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.

During your visit to Nuremberg, you can do some window-shopping at Nuremberg Christmas Market. Experience the area's museums and festivals.

Explore within the sturdy walls of this ancient fortified palace and learn about the hilltop castle that has defined the Nuremberg cityscape for nearly 1,000 years.

Discover the heart of Nuremberg when you visit the city’s historic central square, which is used regularly as a marketplace to this day.

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Nuremberg Zoo during your trip to Nuremberg? Experience the area's festivals and museums.

Learn about the local history of Old Town Bamberg with a stop at Bamberg Cathedral. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its breweries.

Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.

Browse the acclaimed works of art and hear the sounds of the 20 bells in one of Germany’s largest Romanesque churches.

Discover two centuries of railway history in this comprehensive museum that includes displays of heritage trains, modern innovations and scale models.