Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour
100% of reviewers say this trail is easy
3.2miLength
354ftElevation gain
1–1.5hrEstimated time
Loop
This scenic route offers a wonderful loop through historical streets, perfect for discovering centuries of Bavarian heritage. The path winds along paved paths and sidewalks, providing an easy city walk that accommodates dogs on a leash. Visitors head toward iconic landmarks like the towering Imperial Castle, which serves as a spectacular backdrop throughout the journey. The loop crosses peaceful bridges over the Pegnitz River, taking in beautiful views of half-timbered houses and historic squares. Sturdy walking shoes are ideal for navigating the cobblestone surfaces smoothly.
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Top sights
Pegnitz Hochwasserstollen
River
Weinstadel
Attraction
Heilpflanzengarten
Attraction
Freiung
Viewpoint
Imperial Castle
Castle
Frauentorturm
Attraction
Craftmen's Courtyard
Attraction
Beautiful Fountain
Attraction
Frauenkirche
Church
Heilig-Geist-Spital
Building
Neutorturm
Attraction
St. Sebald Church
Church
St. Martha
Church
Way of Human Rights
Attraction
Former Customs House
Attraction
Albrecht-Dürer-Denkmal
Attraction
Historic Rock-cut Cellars
Attraction
Spittlertorturm
Attraction
St. Klara
Church
Pilatushaus
Attraction
St. Lawrence Church
Church
Margarethenbrunnen
Spring
Altes Rathaus
Attraction
Der Ochs von der Fleischbrücke
Attraction
Nassauer Haus
Attraction
Heidenturm
Attraction
Finanzstadel
Attraction
Himmelsstallung
Attraction
Weißer Turm
Building
St. Jakob
Church
Henkerhaus
Building
Essbare Stadt Jakobsplatz
Garden
City wall Nuremberg
Attraction
Pegnitz
River
Burgberg
Peak
Mediaeval Dungeons
Attraction
Walburgiskapelle
Attraction
Meeting Point Guided Tours - Historic Rock-cut Cellars
Attraction
Kaiserkapelle
Attraction
Kemenate
Attraction
Palas
Attraction
Hasenburg
Attraction
Tiefer Brunnen
Attraction
Kaiserstallung
Attraction
Sinwellturm
Attraction
Kastellanhaus
Attraction
Brunnen am Tiergärtnertor
Attraction
Top sights
Pegnitz Hochwasserstollen
River
Weinstadel
Attraction
Heilpflanzengarten
Attraction
Freiung
Viewpoint
Imperial Castle
Castle
Frauentorturm
Attraction
Craftmen's Courtyard
Attraction
Beautiful Fountain
Attraction
Frauenkirche
Church
Heilig-Geist-Spital
Building
Neutorturm
Attraction
St. Sebald Church
Church
St. Martha
Church
Way of Human Rights
Attraction
Former Customs House
Attraction
Albrecht-Dürer-Denkmal
Attraction
Historic Rock-cut Cellars
Attraction
Spittlertorturm
Attraction
St. Klara
Church
Pilatushaus
Attraction
St. Lawrence Church
Church
Margarethenbrunnen
Spring
Altes Rathaus
Attraction
Der Ochs von der Fleischbrücke
Attraction
Nassauer Haus
Attraction
Heidenturm
Attraction
Finanzstadel
Attraction
Himmelsstallung
Attraction
Weißer Turm
Building
St. Jakob
Church
Henkerhaus
Building
Essbare Stadt Jakobsplatz
Garden
City wall Nuremberg
Attraction
Pegnitz
River
Burgberg
Peak
Mediaeval Dungeons
Attraction
Walburgiskapelle
Attraction
Meeting Point Guided Tours - Historic Rock-cut Cellars
Attraction
Kaiserkapelle
Attraction
Kemenate
Attraction
Palas
Attraction
Hasenburg
Attraction
Tiefer Brunnen
Attraction
Kaiserstallung
Attraction
Sinwellturm
Attraction
Kastellanhaus
Attraction
Brunnen am Tiergärtnertor
Attraction
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 3.2-mile loop trail near Nuremberg, Bavaria. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 17 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Expected weather for Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 61 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 21 - 58 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 63 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 62 degrees/showers
- Thu, September 24 - 62 degrees/drizzle
Where is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour located?
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is a trail located in Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany.
How hard is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is considered an easy hike that covers 3.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 354 ft. It takes about 1–1.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is considered an easy hike that covers 3.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 354 ft. It takes about 1–1.5 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour a loop?
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is a loop trail that covers 3.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 354 ft. It takes about 1–1.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is a loop trail that covers 3.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 354 ft. It takes about 1–1.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour, but must remain on a leash.
When is the best time of year to hike Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
According to trailgoers, Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is usually somewhat busy. Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there rivers at Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Yes, Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is near Pegnitz Hochwasserstollen and Pegnitz.
Are there scenic views at Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Yes, Freiung is located on Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour.
Is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is partially paved.
Are there forests at Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour?
Yes, Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is a forest trail.
Is Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour a city walk?
Yes, Nuremberg Old Town Walking Tour is a city walk in Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 12:13 am GMT+0